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The 8-Speed Transmission was Designed for Bigger Tires
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FYI the OP hasn't logged onto MUD since Nov 2018. Maybe he'll get an email alert though.
I'm not sure about the 8 speed but I used to feel like the 6 speed would downshift into 1st kinda harshly. I noticed that subsided right after I moved up to 33s.
The 285/65R18s are "about" an inch larger in diameter. And they are considerably heavier assuming you go with the E-rated tires. As for feeling the difference between these and stock it is hard for me to say. I put the KO2s (285/65R18) on in the first week of ownership. (2016MY). I just replaced them today after 62K miles. And I love how the LC feels with new KO2s on. My old ones had a bit of wear left in them so I don't know how much difference it should make but with the new ones it feels great. My only comparison is my snow tires which are 285/60R18 and those don't feel quite as good. But as for transmission shifting I don't know that I noticed a difference.
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Was referred to this thread from another while discussing shift shock. I’m very interested to know if going bigger on tires will solve my issue.
One complicating factor: my stock 17 clears the garage door by about 2” now. Any recommendations on tires that might solve my issue, can use the stock rims, but not increase the overall height of the vehicle by more than ~1”?
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One complicating factor: my stock 17 clears the garage door by about 2” now. Any recommendations on tires that might solve my issue, can use the stock rims, but not increase the overall height of the vehicle by more than ~1”?
Shift shock in 2017 200 Series
Does it in both modes. Fair enough, had to ask. I'd just thought of it since while it was a totally different vehicle my old '08 Acura MDX had a 2->1 shock when I would drive it in S mode instead of D. In that case I think the transmission was trying to hold gears longer to simulate manual...
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Was referred to this thread from another while discussing shift shock. I’m very interested to know if going bigger on tires will solve my issue.
One complicating factor: my stock 17 clears the garage door by about 2” now. Any recommendations on tires that might solve my issue, can use the stock rims, but not increase the overall height of the vehicle by more than ~1”?
Shift shock in 2017 200 Series
Does it in both modes. Fair enough, had to ask. I'd just thought of it since while it was a totally different vehicle my old '08 Acura MDX had a 2->1 shock when I would drive it in S mode instead of D. In that case I think the transmission was trying to hold gears longer to simulate manual...
My 16 seems to like the 34's.
(34 new tires size - 31.6 factory size) / 2 = Increase in overall height approx 1.2". Likely a little less.
Was referred to this thread from another while discussing shift shock. I’m very interested to know if going bigger on tires will solve my issue.
One complicating factor: my stock 17 clears the garage door by about 2” now. Any recommendations on tires that might solve my issue, can use the stock rims, but not increase the overall height of the vehicle by more than ~1”?
Shift shock in 2017 200 Series
Does it in both modes. Fair enough, had to ask. I'd just thought of it since while it was a totally different vehicle my old '08 Acura MDX had a 2->1 shock when I would drive it in S mode instead of D. In that case I think the transmission was trying to hold gears longer to simulate manual...
You can check the spec'ed diameter of your current tires and then whatever new ones you're interested in via the manufacturers. I think you'll be able to run 33s but it'll be even tighter obviously. Keep in mind you're only increasing your height by 1/2 of the difference in diameter - i.e. if you go from 31s to 33s that's only 1" additional height. Tire pressure, actual diameter, vehicle load, tire sidewall stiffness, etc will have a very small effect on the tire height as well.
Or add a lift and big tires and then raise the garage door height and to hell with the tight clearance!
Side question - why do they still even make 7' tall garage doors? I'm lucky to have 8' tall garage doors. but unfortunately it's an early 1900's garage so they're also only 7' wide,. The LC *barely* fits with the mirrors extended. I've got your issue but turned sideways
You can check the spec'ed diameter of your current tires and then whatever new ones you're interested in via the manufacturers. I think you'll be able to run 33s but it'll be even tighter obviously. Keep in mind you're only increasing your height by 1/2 of the difference in diameter - i.e. if you go from 31s to 33s that's only 1" additional height. Tire pressure, actual diameter, vehicle load, tire sidewall stiffness, etc will have a very small effect on the tire height as well.
Or add a lift and big tires and then raise the garage door height and to hell with the tight clearance!
Side question - why do they still even make 7' tall garage doors? I'm lucky to have 8' tall garage doors. but unfortunately it's an early 1900's garage so they're also only 7' wide,. The LC *barely* fits with the mirrors extended. I've got your issue but turned sideways
I don’t know! I fully intent to build the next house...not buy an HOA bound-can’t-change-my-garage townhome. Anyway...I think the tire in the first post on this thread was the K02 in 285/65r18.... I believe the stock tire on my 17 is a 285/60r18.
I’m reading through all these tire fitting threads and realizing how much I don’t know about tires. Will the 65 K02 fit on my stock-everything ‘17LC without rubbing or overly raising the truck?
The 285 65s are a little over an inch taller than the 60s that come stock. So actual ride height will be about half an inch taller. They will fit fine with no rubbing. Getting ready to install a set of 285 65s Goodyear Duratracs on my new Heritage edition this Thursday. These tires are E load rated so a stiffer sidewall and heavier than stock. I tow a small RV trailer occasionally so I'm ok with a possible harsher ride.
I think the tire in the first post on this thread was the K02 in 285/65r18.... I believe the stock tire on my 17 is a 285/60r18.
I’m reading through all these tire fitting threads and realizing how much I don’t know about tires. Will the 65 K02 fit on my stock-everything ‘17LC without rubbing or overly raising the truck?
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Yes, and will be a very small difference. You can also run 275/70/18 which is 33.2" and just requires removing the front mud flap
I think the tire in the first post on this thread was the K02 in 285/65r18.... I believe the stock tire on my 17 is a 285/60r18.
I’m reading through all these tire fitting threads and realizing how much I don’t know about tires. Will the 65 K02 fit on my stock-everything ‘17LC without rubbing or overly raising the truck?
Which tires? How was the rubbing?
After much research on what others had done I went with Nitto Ridge Grappler T285/70R18 E 127/124Q which measure at 33.98" x 11.5.
They barely touched the KDSS on the front driver, and both front mud flaps I needed to heat with a heat gun and then press them back with a piece of fire wood.
To fix the KDSS touching I used BORA 3/4" spacers.
I removed the front mud flaps, and installed the tires and they were ok driving around.
The when the bora spacers arrived I installed them and put the mud flaps back on.
Then heated the mud flaps with a heat gun till they were soft and put a piece of fire wood to pinch the mud flap into place until it cooled down.
They fit perfect.
Of the tires ?
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