4th Gen 4Runner Tire sizing up?

[Mean4Runner]

After 60K miles the stock GrandTrex Dunlop on my 4th Gen 4Runner lost the threads on the side so is time for replacement. I have been looking at buying the BG AT/KO 265/70-17 instead of the stock side of 265/65-17. So does anybody knows if I can install this tire size without lifting my truck? I know that the truck will ride 3% slower so my speedometer will display the incorrect speed...I am OK with that.

Thanks

 

[CJ3Flyr]

After 60K miles the stock GrandTrex Dunlop on my 4th Gen 4Runner lost the threads on the side so is time for replacement. I have been looking at buying the BG AT/KO 265/70-17 instead of the stock side of 265/65-17. So does anybody knows if I can install this tire size without lifting my truck? I know that the truck will ride 3% slower so my speedometer will display the incorrect speed...I am OK with that.

Thanks

Yes, they'll work and they'll look great:bigok: Due to the 'squareness' of the BFG it may rub on a smooth area of the UCA (upper control arm) when the wheel is fully cut. Most don't worry about it and have no issues. All other 265/70/17's seem to work without the light rubbing when the wheel is fully cut. It may* also require a minor fender liner tweak outlined toward the bottom of this page.


*may- Some need to do it, some don't. That's how close it is. Many opt for wheelspacers or FJCruiser rims to move the wheels out & away from the UCA. If you do that you will need to do the minor fender liner adjustment.

:cheers:

 

[Mean4Runner]

Hey thanks for the advice. So sounds like rubbing is a possibility and it is something that some are willing to live with. I noticed the liner mod and it looks easy. The problem that I have is that in the 265/65-17 there is just a few options of agressive tires so next most popular size is 70...I think I will go for it and handle the issues as the pop up.

Thanks.

 

[CJ3Flyr]

The problem that I have is that in the 265/65-17 there is just a few options of agressive tires so next most popular size is 70...I think I will go for it and handle the issues as the pop up.

:iagree: 100% and the pricing of 70's is actually better! You are aware that the BFG A/T is avail in a 265/65/17. The downside is that it's an 'E' load range vs a 'C' load range. 1 or 2 here have the 65 BFG A/T and say they ride ok. If it were me I'd opt for the 70 though. Big improvement in looks and slight increase in ground clearance.

 

[Mean4Runner]

What's you opinion on the Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac 265/70R17 112/109 Load Range C...I've heard that it is quiter than the BFG AT but the speed rating is slower.

QLoad Index 112 = 2484lbs (1129kg) per tire
Load Index 109 = 2271lbs (1030kg) per tire
Speed Rating "Q" = 99mph (160kph)

 

[CJ3Flyr]

What's you opinion on the Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac 265/70R17 112/109 Load Range C...I've heard that it is quiter than the BFG AT but the speed rating is slower.

QLoad Index 112 = 2484lbs (1129kg) per tire
Load Index 109 = 2271lbs (1030kg) per tire
Speed Rating "Q" = 99mph (160kph)

I wouldn't worry about the speed rating...

I have no personal knowledge of the Duratrac. A few here have them and seem very excited. Search and you should find some comments. I think one or two at T120 have them too.
:cheers:

 

[offshorebear]

I'm running the 265/70/17 BFG AT's. Mine don't rub any more than my stock 65 Dunlops. I guess my allignment is such that something is closer than it should be, but it doesn't bother me. They only run when doing a quick, sharp turn uphill while braking. I havn't had them rub on the mild offroad trips I've done.