Question about 35x12.5x18 Nittos.

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02-13-2012, 01:40 AM

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Like Clemson wrote; you can do it, just that some manufacturers like to limit their liability by keeping the fitment suggestions rather "tight." We have a lot of Jeep guys running 12.5 width tires on the stock 7.5" wide wheels with zero issues.

Here's the question - are you planning to off-road and air down below 20psi (rough figure)? That's when you might run into issues; your threshold for popping a bead on a narrower wheel will be lower (i.e. less tolerance).

I don't think I will ever be dropping it down that low. I do go offroading from time to time, but most of the time it is in mud on logging roads/ getting through the mud on my families hunting property, not much rock climbing or situations where I would let much if any air out of my tires. They would probably stay inflated to recommended specs 99% of the time.

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02-13-2012, 02:22 AM

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Did you read this....?
https://www.f150forum.com/f4/tire-wh...04-08-a-24510/

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02-13-2012, 09:01 AM

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Yes I have read through that while doing my research. According to that guide you can ffit 35x12.5x18 on stock rims, however, I saw posts which other forum members across multiple boards said you cannot so I was torn between what to believe.

I appreciate everyones input so far. It really helps out a whole lot.

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02-13-2012, 09:22 AM

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02-13-2012, 12:28 PM

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I currently have bfg all terrains 305/70/18.. but I noticed that the next size down nitto trail grappler they make is a 295/70/18 so I am just going to have to do some thinking. Until I can invest in some new rims that is.

The 295/70/r18 tires comes out to be a 34.3x11.6r18 tire, plenty big and will fit well on factory rims. I'd go with those, should save you a good bit of cash as well.

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02-13-2012, 12:43 PM

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I ve seen f150's with stock rims running 35 1250 before and it looked real good. Like previous posters said you stand a better chance of busting a bead. You may have to play with the air pressure to get it to wear evenly but I had to do the same thing with my old ranger and 31's.

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02-13-2012, 09:30 PM

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Ive got about 5-10k miles on em. No problems whatsoever. I love em. I just would rather have a true 35 rather than a 295 but each to their own. I do rub a lil bit on full lock but it doesnt bother me. Heres a pic of when i first got em. Fills up nicely.