Tire size for DD (1 Viewer)

[Tim71FJ40]

I have 32s right now with a slight lift. I'd like at least 33s but I don't need tires so spending that money for only 1 inch difference maybe isn't worth it. Considered 35s - now that would make a difference.

Issue is that I will probably be off-road less than 1% of the time, if ever.

What is your opinion - what's a good size that looks tough, but for street use only. Would any go with 35s for primarily highway?

Thanks

 

[Fast Eddy]

35s will probably require more than "a slight lift". Sell the 32s first, then upgrade to BFG AT 33x10.5s.

 

[kurtnkegger]

If you aren't planning on off road application, then 35's are too much...If you're planning on having the baddest 4X4 grocrery getter, then 35's are your answer...

 

[Tim71FJ40]

Good Advice. Wanna buy some 32s?

 

[1911]

... upgrade to BFG AT 33x10.5s.

+1, that will give you some "rubber overdrive" for the highway and still be easy to steer.

 

[Mark W]

" Less than 1% off road if ever."

Buy a minivan.


Mark...

 

[Mr. Toad]

And the best advice of the month ^^^^^

 

[SHUSH]

I have a 76 I just converted from 35s to 33 x 10.5 BFGs...you wont be disappointed. I wish you used it more off road than 1% but even with 33s you can do lots of wheelin.......now if its over curbs or rocks is your call.

 

[JohnnyC]

" Less than 1% off road if ever."

Buy a minivan.


Mark...

like this one .. i like the UAZ vans

 

[Sea Knight]

Sell the 32s first, then upgrade to BFG AT 33x10.5s.

x2 on 33x1050's . I'd have suggested 33x9.50 AT's for the skinny look but according to BFG they aren't in production and I doubt you'd find a vendor with that size in stock.

 

[myquestoyota]

I'm loving the 33 9.50's and hope someone steps up and makes them again by the time I need some. If not it will be 33 10.50's. Several choices there.

 

[jmdaniel]

33 x 12.50s, for the true Hot Wheels/Tonka look...

 

[MicahMan]

Tire Heaven

I love my 33x10.50s. The Toyos are wicked sweet!!!!!!
I spend about 30% offroad with them and around town they are great. I have a gps speedo that tells me how fast my "Overdrive" is and it really helps. I'd rock the tall skinnys for sure.

 

[JohnnyC]

Toyo's are good tires...loved my old Toyo M-55's they were 255/85r16 equates to about 33"x 10" ...but...you would need 16" rims

 

[floridan surfer]

Could any commit on the effect different tire sizes have on braking? How much will braking be effected with tire size changes?

 

[bikersmurf]

Id keep the 32s until they need to be replaced. I'd swap in some 3.70 gears from a newer 60... if you're lucky, you can pick up a raip of diffs for $100.

When it's time, BFG 33x10.50s and the 3.70s will net a 25% overdrive. You won't recoup the cost of 33s from any sort of fuel savings.

 

[mruff]

I have 32 BFG AT.s on mine. If you are slictly doing street look at a 31 with a less aggressive tread. 35.s would be to mich for strictly street.

 

[Brian in Oregon]

33 x 12.50s, for the true Hot Wheels/Tonka look...

Hey!

 

[meatloaf]

So, what lift is needed to clear the 33 X 10.5's? Also about 30% offroad...

 

[FF LC FREAK]

So, what lift is needed to clear the 33 X 10.5's? Also about 30% offroad...

2 1/2" OME lift on my BJ42 clears 33x10.50x15s just fine.