If the measurement difference from the wheel lip to the hub is not more than 1.5" difference from the back end to the front, that should be about right. Your truck looks too high in the front. 33's shouldn't rub.
35" tire size on 100 series
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Here’s the update with the front lowered to 20 3/4 from center of wheel to fender lip. Will also measure the rear center wheel to fender lip again. It was 22” before I had front dropped down so shouldn’t change much.
That is 33s, with a 2.5" front and 3" rear lift, SPC control arms. That is as high as the front can go and still have proper droop.
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The whole "will 35's fit" debate is ongoing and heated, do a search, there will be more opinions and discussion than you need.
Moral of the story... 35's will rub unless you body lift and pound pinch welds.
Moral of the story... 35's will rub unless you body lift and pound pinch welds.
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Decided to stick with the 33s. Shop had just not set front lift right so had reverse rake. Looked terrible and I’m sure would have driven worse. They fixed it and I’m all good. Thanks for all the help and direction.
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I think you will be most happy with the 33s... 35s are a can of worms
I've been in your boat a while....but with my FJ. Currenly running tires that are pretty much the exact same as yours...33.X" tall. The voice in my head is constantly saying to throw 35's on, which is probably a little easier on a FJ, but still need to pound metal, ect.
My function over form side is all but convinced to do pizza cutters as I am already complaining about the tire heft and driveability with the (lets call them) 34's
My function over form side is all but convinced to do pizza cutters as I am already complaining about the tire heft and driveability with the (lets call them) 34's
285/70 r 18 KM2s - 33.6 inches - 2.5 OME Heavy lift
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I looked at the 285/70s. I’m gonna stick with the 275/70s to start. And then jump to 285/75s later if I better understand and am prepared for the can of worms. Very sound, pragmatic advice from everyone. Thanks again.
Food for thought: consider availability of spares. 275/70/18 if fairly common and finding a spare is very much likely when out in the hinterlands. To put that into perspective:
Discount Tire A/T and M/T options combined
275/70-18 (33") = 53 total options
295/70-18 (34") = 18 total options
285/75-18 (35") = 10 total options
305/70-18 (35") = 6 total options
As an overlander, I'd rather take my chances rolling on the 275/70/18 1st and then a 295/70/18 2nd as spares are more easily found.
Discount Tire A/T and M/T options combined
275/70-18 (33") = 53 total options
295/70-18 (34") = 18 total options
285/75-18 (35") = 10 total options
305/70-18 (35") = 6 total options
As an overlander, I'd rather take my chances rolling on the 275/70/18 1st and then a 295/70/18 2nd as spares are more easily found.
YIKES! I guess in fairness though, 1 spare should be plenty in almost all cases. Unless the sidewall gets slashed, I guess there is no real danger as a tire repair kit can easily be used to fix punctures.
295/70-18 (34") = 18 total options - and no BFG's in this size - interesting.
295/70-18 = 34.2 inches = does this fit without body lift and pinch weld modification?
295/70-18 = 34.2 inches = does this fit without body lift and pinch weld modification?
295/70/18 works without a body lift, but you would need a suspension lift. Definitely need to flatten the pinch weld (my 275/70/18 come very, VERY close to the weld) and likely need a hub spacer to avoid rubbing the UCA. My 285/65/18 (previous tires) on factory 60mm offset were close to the UCA. 295 would be uncomfortably close for me. I now run 12mm offset rims, so no concerns for me about 295s or even 305s.
I am dropping back to 275/70 r 18 (33.2) in BFG ATs. The 285/70 r 18 KM2s are too rare and too expensive. They were on the truck when I bought it.
I have the 295/70 ridge grapplers. I had to beat down the pinch weld(alot), and trim back the liner. Then replace the liner after it got chewed up. But it fits. Barely. I am pretty sure this is the biggest you can go without major surgery, IE body lifts, or rubbing. It still rubs a tiny bit but only in the most extreme cases.
I am planning on sticking with this size.
I am planning on sticking with this size.
When the rubbing occurs are you aired down? I usually air down to 20 psi.
My 100 has slee UPC arms and 2.5 inch OME heavy lift.
Truthfully just started to air down when I take her out. Now that you mention it, never rubbed at all while aired down on my Colorado trip.
I have the spc upcs. Same ome setup as you.
To me this is best semi big tire setup out there. I’m still working out a driveline vibration but that’s part of the fun.
I have the spc upcs. Same ome setup as you.
To me this is best semi big tire setup out there. I’m still working out a driveline vibration but that’s part of the fun.
