Land Cruiser 200 - 285/65/18s

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FTWCruiser

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I am aware this is an old topic with lots of info. I looking to see if anyone is running 285/65/18s on a 100% stock 200. If so, do you have any rub at all? Looking to put 285/65/18 Toyo OC AT3s on my 2016 LC 200. I would like to leave it stock with no leveling, no lift. I get lots of replies on posts—some say no rubbing at all, and some say just some rub a full lock. I prefer zero rub all the time. Thanks for anyone that can send info.
 
FTWCruiser said:
I am aware this is an old topic with lots of info. I looking to see if anyone is running 285/65/18s on a 100% stock 200. If so, do you have any rub at all? Looking to put 285/65/18 Toyo OC AT3s on my 2016 LC 200. I would like to leave it stock with no leveling, no lift. I get lots of replies on posts—some say no rubbing at all, and some say just some rub a full lock. I prefer zero rub all the time. Thanks for anyone that can send info.
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Just FYI for reference:
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Those OC AT3's are an LT-Metric tire and have a RCTIP (Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure) on your 2016 LC200 of 42psi to maintain the same Load Limit as the stock 285/60R18 tires.

HTH
 
the 2016 I bought last year was 100% stock with 285/65R18 BFG K02s with no notable rubbing. I won't say it could never rub in the most extreme situation. but never had any issues with rubbing in the ~3 months I had it stock.
 
FTWCruiser said:
This is great info, feels like a big change from the stock 285/60/18s tires.
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It's is misguided info on a narrative that has proven wrong so many times over. The ride will be harsh and brittle at that pressure.

Do yourself a favor and 37PSI is all you need. If you're laden really heavy or towing, that's the time for increasing pressure.
 
TeCKis300 said:
It's is misguided info on a narrative that has proven wrong so many times over. The ride will be harsh and brittle at that pressure.

Do yourself a favor and 37PSI is all you need. If you're laden really heavy or towing, that's the time for increasing pressure.
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This is great info as well, I do like the softer ride I am getting with the current set up. I would keep them at 37 PSI. I appreciate your info.
 
Also on 285/65/18s Falken Wildpeak A/T3W. Zero rubbing, super smooth, great size. In fact, I'm likely going to upsize a little to 275/70/18s after these.
 
TeCKis300 said:
It's is misguided info on a narrative that has proven wrong so many times over. The ride will be harsh and brittle at that pressure.

Do yourself a favor and 37PSI is all you need. If you're laden really heavy or towing, that's the time for increasing pressure.
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Thanks so much!
 
One interesting coincidence with 285/65r18 tires is that 265/70r18 or 245/75r18 are pretty much the exact same size and make great spares. The smaller width tires tuck up underneath better and you can usually find those sizes pretty cheap on FB / OU as takeoffs. May be a good option if you are not doing a 5 tire rotation and just need something for emergencies.
 
I run the 285/65 KO2s on my fully stock 2018, love the size. Looks perfect to me, especially with running boards removed. I plan on replacing them with KO3s in the same size when they wear out.
 
I have been running 285/65R18s BFG KO2 for over 45,000 miles and a stock rig. All I did was loosen the screws that hold the plastic liners and push them away from the tires as far as they would go and then tighten the screws down. No rubbing at all and I have done thousands of miles off road. As gaijin said, 42 PSI. DO NOT run your tires at too low a pressure. The ride while stiffer than stock tires, IS NOT harsh or "brittle". 42 PSI is from BFG themselves when I inquired. They made the tire, I'll take their word for it. I also got the same recommendation from Toyo, when I was running their tires. At 42 PSI, I have gotten even wear across the tires, even though I live in the mountains and am always in a turn. Tires don't last very long up here, unfortunately. I rotate every 5000 miles. Enjoy your new tires!
 
LCH21 said:
I have been running 285/65R18s BFG KO2 for over 45,000 miles and a stock rig. All I did was loosen the screws that hold the plastic liners and push them away from the tires as far as they would go and then tighten the screws down. No rubbing at all and I have done thousands of miles off road. As gaijin said, 42 PSI. DO NOT run your tires at too low a pressure. The ride while stiffer than stock tires, IS NOT harsh or "brittle". 42 PSI is from BFG themselves when I inquired. They made the tire, I'll take their word for it. I also got the same recommendation from Toyo, when I was running their tires. At 42 PSI, I have gotten even wear across the tires, even though I live in the mountains and am always in a turn. Tires don't last very long up here, unfortunately. I rotate every 5000 miles. Enjoy your new tires!
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This is great info, I appreciate it, thanks so much.
 
I have 285/65/18 Nitto Terra Grapplers Standard Load with no rubbing totally stock on my '20 LC. Bigger sidewall looks a lot better. With stock tires at highway speeds my speedo was about 2 MPH fast but now seems to be fairly accurate. But, my odometer now seems to be a little slow by about 3-3.5%.
 
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LCH21 said:
I have been running 285/65R18s BFG KO2 for over 45,000 miles and a stock rig. All I did was loosen the screws that hold the plastic liners and push them away from the tires as far as they would go and then tighten the screws down. No rubbing at all and I have done thousands of miles off road. As gaijin said, 42 PSI. DO NOT run your tires at too low a pressure. The ride while stiffer than stock tires, IS NOT harsh or "brittle". 42 PSI is from BFG themselves when I inquired. They made the tire, I'll take their word for it. I also got the same recommendation from Toyo, when I was running their tires. At 42 PSI, I have gotten even wear across the tires, even though I live in the mountains and am always in a turn. Tires don't last very long up here, unfortunately. I rotate every 5000 miles. Enjoy your new tires!
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Glad it's working for you but let's unpack this a bit
  • You're at elevation where tire pressure reads differently
  • You have upwards of 400 lbs installed weight in armor
There's enough examples on this board where others have said it's harsh and you acknowledge the stiffer ride. It's real enough that individuals have switched to wholly different tires/setups. Maybe with the factors above it works well for you.

I've run 4 different tires and am constantly running different pressures with mixed use and towing. The ride at 42PSI is a world of difference from 37PSI. And yes, it can be a brittle ride at stock weights, resulting in reduced of traction, as the stiff sidewalls has the tires jumping off of bumps (that the stock suspension may not be able to control) rather than just absorbing within the tire.

Tire companies see tire pressure only through the lens of load rating - which is the limited narrative I speak of.

Cars work as a system with a balance on concerns.

Question is to our resident "expert" that never been able to logically answered - Why does the LX570, effectively a higher base weight trim, ask for only a derived tire load pressure of 37PSI.
 
LCH21 said:
I have been running 285/65R18s BFG KO2 for over 45,000 miles and a stock rig. All I did was loosen the screws that hold the plastic liners and push them away from the tires as far as they would go and then tighten the screws down. No rubbing at all and I have done thousands of miles off road.
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Do you mind taking a picture of the liners you're talking about. I bought my LC with 275/70 KO2s on and mostly notice rubbing while backing in/out of parking spots. Not trying to accidentally rip something off and prefer to stay with current tire specs (ideally without having to turn to spacers).

Thanks in advance.
 
GreatBenzini said:
Do you mind taking a picture of the liners you're talking about. I bought my LC with 275/70 KO2s on and mostly notice rubbing while backing in/out of parking spots. Not trying to accidentally rip something off and prefer to stay with current tire specs (ideally without having to turn to spacers).

Thanks in advance.
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Pictures from the Driver's side at close to full lock as I could get by myself.

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The Screws.
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When the tires were new, I had about 1/8th to 3/16th inch clearance. Until I pushed the liners forward, I had minor rubbing at full lock to the right when backing up. None since I pushed the flaps forward.
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A view from underneath.

My tires are almost done. Gonna be getting some KO3s in the near future, in the same size.

Hope this helps.
 
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