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Originally Posted by workingonit
What is the stability problem you have with your present 17" tires? how much does your loaded trailer weigh? are you exceeding the GVWR?
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However, it seems you've got your heart set on bigger tires & wheels, and have the money to get them. Go for it! I've been there and done that, myself, back in the day. And wish I could still justify the expense, today.
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No stability problem - it's actually the most stable and capable tow vehicle I've ever used (though it could use about 100 more hp). I'm just making incremental improvements. My trailer has a dry weight of 2950lbs but the weigh scales I've visited say we get it up to around 4,000 loaded. With the whole family, that puts us over 9,000lbs including trailer, car, paddle boards, and the family.
Tires are the most important safety device on the car, so I'm just trying to make my family as safe as possible on the road.
I'm thinking getting a set of the 18s is probably best. The tire/wheel combo is only a couple pounds more per corner (instead of 30) and future tire purchases won't be so expensive. The cheapest set of 20" tires I can find is $910 installed, while I can find 18" sets for under $700. The 214s look cool but I just don't think they will be worth it. Thank you for listening to my TED talk.