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01-04-2005, 02:04 PM | #1 | |
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15's or 16's?
Should I go with the BFG MT 31X10.5X15X7 OR 31X10.5X16X7
My stock wheels are 16x7. Would there be any difference with an aftermarket 16x7 over my stock? Has anybody had a problem running 15's and rubbing the caliper? |
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01-04-2005, 06:36 PM | #2 | |
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Re: 15's or 16's?
Aftermarket wheels will change how easily the tires will fit, stick with factory if at all possible.
265/70-16 (stock size on 02+) is equivalent to a 31x10.50-16 A 31x10.50 will fit on the factory wheels just fine, you will of course have to trim a bit to clear them on an 01. Mudflaps will have to go, but you can get the 2002+ style instead, they fit. The 2001 XE had the 15x7 alloys, and the 15x7 steel wheel have been the base all along, no problems with brake clearance. You'll find a 31x10.50-15 is cheaper than a 265/70-16. Same size tire, larger hole in the middle, equals more expensive tire, go figure. Brent |
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01-04-2005, 08:27 PM | #3 | |
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Re: 15's or 16's?
Get 15's. Steelies if you offroad.
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01-04-2005, 11:03 PM | #4 | |
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15's or 16's
So what you're saying is with 15 or 16's l have to trim a little? Not a big deal, I just want to know either way. Do I still run the chance of ramming them trough the wheel well though with this size tire?
My factory rims on my 01' has a 16x7 stamp on each wheel. They are not steel, and I hear steel is more forgiving than alloy on the trail. I don't see any 16x7 aftermarket wheels ever. I sure see 15x7's though. I know I'm going to go with BFG MT 31x10.50's. I guess it comes down to shelling out more cash for rims(either 15's or 16's) if I'm worried about damage to my factory wheels. |
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01-05-2005, 12:33 AM | #5 | ||
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Re: 15's or 16's
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So the short answer is 31" tires are barely taller than your stock tires and you will not be "ramming them through the wheel well". Have fun. |
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01-05-2005, 09:19 AM | #6 | |
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Thanks for helping me pick this apart. Good help!
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