Hello all,

I kinda lurk around here from time to time just trying to pick up some info or ideas and really respect the opinions of the community. I know I should do some searches (and have done a few), but I'm looking for some straight and simple opinions.

I am about to replace my original Goodyear 275/65/18 Wranglers on my completely stock '04. I am curious about going up in size just a bit for purely look reasons. Anyone out there that has any experience going up to 275/70/18s that has any insight into how it worked out and maybe what you got and where would be appreciated.

I may end up going stock just out of fear of the unknown. I am considering the Bridgestone Revo2 or Pirelli ATRs. Mostly town and city driving with the ability to keep from getting stuck when I do something stupid. Ride, street safety and looks are important.

Pointing me to threads already out there is completely appreciated.

Thanks in advance

 

I'd suggest a 305/60-18 (33x12.50) or 285/65-18's (33x11.50). If you look at what owners are saying about the OEM Pirelli ATR's you will cross them off your list imediatley. The Bridgestone is a great tire.

 

Mid-line, hope you don't mind a piggy-back, but I have almost the same question. Wandell seems to be the resident expert.

Same question, except with a 2" AS leveling kit. I'm looking at Terra Grapplers. I know the 275/70/18's should work, but can I clear the 295/70/18's on factory wheels? I'll likely upgrade wheels later, but it'll have to be close to stock specs as I don't want them sticking way out from the fenders.

Thanks for any help ya'll can offer.

David Walker

Edited to add: Mine's a '05 FX4 Scab Flareside.

 

You can fit a 35x12.50 with the OEM wheels. They will rub the control arms slightly at full steering lock. Anything small won't rub at all.

 

Thanks Wandell. I'm back and forth on the 275/70 and 295/70. Just an inch or so, but it makes a difference the way a truck looks. For $20-30 each and the power loss I'll probably stick to the 275/70. I'm sure I can run it with no issues at all.

Thanks again,

David

 

Don't forget about the 285x65x18 size tires that look good on a stock height or leveled 4x4. Close to 33 inches tall.

 

Bfgoodrich all terrains are awesome.

 

would a 325-65-18 fit the stock rim? (the ones in my sig) im looking into getting destination M/T's in that size

 

Thanks guys for the input. I had myself talked into the stock 275/65/18 Bridgstone Revo 2s. Wondering if anyone has pics of a stock FX4 with 285s on stock 18s without leveling. Also, what kinda of mpg/power do I lose going to that size tire and how much does it mess with the speedo?

Thanks

 

A 325mm wide tire is just too wide for the OEM 7.5 inch wide wheels.

 

the pics in my sig are 285's on 18's transforce ht im sure the dueler's will look something like that