New tires rubbing...help!
08-23-2018, 10:32 PM
#1
New tires rubbing...help!
I got the 295/60R20 Ridge Grapplers installed on stock wheels today and to my surprise, they rub slightly at full lock when turned fully right. I’m running a 2.5” level and stock rims. The diameter appears to clear no problem, but it looks like the sidewall is slightly rubbing on the sway bar (I think).
Im thinking I need to go with a slightly slimmer tire...do Nittos tend to run a bit wider? I’m considering a 285/65/20 in the KO2 or maybe a 275/65/20 in either Nitto or KO2. Any insight would be greatly appreciated, thank you!
Im thinking I need to go with a slightly slimmer tire...do Nittos tend to run a bit wider? I’m considering a 285/65/20 in the KO2 or maybe a 275/65/20 in either Nitto or KO2. Any insight would be greatly appreciated, thank you!
08-24-2018, 08:23 AM
#4
I found this calculator to be helpful in seeing the differences between stock and new tire/wheel combo... it diagrams the before and after to give you a better idea of the effect new size or offset will have.
https://www.willtheyfit.com/
Also, each tire manufacturer lists the actual dimensions of their tires... actual dimensions of a 295/60R20 varies from mfr to mfr.
https://www.willtheyfit.com/
Also, each tire manufacturer lists the actual dimensions of their tires... actual dimensions of a 295/60R20 varies from mfr to mfr.
08-24-2018, 09:33 AM
#7
Gone Golfin
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I can verify that the 285-65's will fit, no rub on your stock wheels.
The Ridge Grapplers must run a bit larger than most other 295-60's as there are several people running that size with a 2" level on stock rims.
The Ridge Grapplers must run a bit larger than most other 295-60's as there are several people running that size with a 2" level on stock rims.
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08-24-2018, 09:52 AM
#8
On a side note, I couldn’t believe how much power those heavier tires robbed from my truck...with the stock tires back on it feels amazingly more nimble and fast. I know most people here are probably saying “uh, yeah what did you expect?” to that comment but I’m new to this whole thing. I think I’ll be looking at tires that aren’t so heavy on the next try.
08-24-2018, 10:05 AM
#9
Gone Golfin
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i think you are right. Got my old tires put back on, will be trying a slimmer sizs or portentially a KO2.
On a side note, I couldn’t believe how much power those heavier tires robbed from my truck...with the stock tires back on it feels amazingly more nimble and fast. I know most people here are probably saying “uh, yeah what did you expect?” to that comment but I’m new to this whole thing. I think I’ll be looking at tires that aren’t so heavy on the next try.
08-24-2018, 10:06 AM
#10
Senior Member
Put some spacers, it might solve the rubbing? Looks cool too and for 100$, you can't be wrong.
275/65r20 is a nice size IMO. That what I would have chosen if I had installed a lift. It would probably look odd on my OEM suspension setup.
275/65r20 is a nice size IMO. That what I would have chosen if I had installed a lift. It would probably look odd on my OEM suspension setup.
Last edited by Eduskator; 08-24-2018 at 10:09 AM.