265-75-16 Tires versus OEM Size 270-70-16

[den]

You could gain a little, but I'm not sure if it's worth the effort here.

I suspect for emergency use it would be OK. But a surprisingly small difference can cause issues. OI had an Isuzu Trooper that I failed to rotate tires on often enough. Front tire wore enough it starting popping the transfer case lever out of engagement

Thanks.. I guess it's knowing how much you can get away with

 

[tmoore41]

Great info. and thanks for the pic. I'm probably going to go the 265 route as well, just not sure if I want to spend the coin the K02s - They do look pretty sweet though....

 

[greentruck]

Thanks.. I guess it's knowing how much you can get away with

Yeah, I just didn't want you going to all the trouble and then being disappointed in the results. Even with a skinny in the spare location, it still projects considerably below the bottom of the bumper back there, probably 4" down back at the edge by the bumper. Gaining ~1" is just not going to keep the tire from getting hammered on stairsteps, etc

 

[Cris]

tmoore 41, here is another picture as requested.

 

[tmoore41]

Those look awesome. Thanks again for posting the pics. Tires are such a commitment lol.

 

[tmoore41]

My ko2s are going on as I write this. Thanks

 

[CSG1]

When I bought my used '02 LX470 about 4 1/2 years ago, it was skinned with Big O AT's in 265/75/16. I only realized recently that they weren't the OEM size. I'm in the market for new tires and will stick to this size. I think they look just fine in my stock rig. Like others have pointed out, there are a lot more choices in more appropriate LT tires in the 265/75 world. Those OEM tires are passenger tires for they typical new LC/LX buyer (who does not do any off roading).

 

[tmoore41]

265 75 16 KO2

• tmoore41
• Mar 18, 2015

265 75 16 KO2

• tmoore41
• Mar 18, 2015

265 75 16 KO2

• tmoore41
• Mar 18, 2015

 

[Cris]

265 75 16 KO2

• tmoore41
• Mar 18, 2015

265 75 16 KO2

• tmoore41
• Mar 18, 2015

265 75 16 KO2

• tmoore41
• Mar 18, 2015

Looking good!!

 

[450 Cruiser]

With regard to the selection being limited in the OE size, I certainly prefer the KO2 tire but it isn't available in the 275-70-16.

They are available now. Surprised BFG is offering the KO2 in 275/70-r16. Load Range "D". $230 / tire (yikes!), but available!

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...d White Letters&partnum=77SR6KO2RWL&tab=Sizes

 

[tank97]

Hi (1992 fj80 142k miles) I have just recently swapped out tires to go to a larger size and thought I would share what my experiences were. Previous size was 285/70r17 on 17x9's no lift... Looks good IMO and I never experienced any rubbing with that size. Current size is now 35x12.50r18 on 18x10's... No lift. I have a 2.5" OME lift from Slee in the garage ready to install. But crazy as it seems the 35's do clear at least enough to drive around town and on pavement with no lift. In any moderate off-road use I'm sure they would rub in multiple places. I only note the mileage because I believe spring sag becomes a factor on high mileage cruisers. Power loss didn't seem to be too noticeable to me. ~ john View attachment 1011818View attachment 1011819

i like the current wheels and tires, what brand are those? thanks!