will 285/70-17 tires fit?

[Freewheeling Frank]

ojfj previously said:

No this size will not fit, they rub on the rear bottom wheel well. The lift is suppose to be the same ast the 4Runner lift.

?? u know this for sure? u have seen 285/70/17 on a stock rim on the FJ?

Not doubting at all, just want to get all the info before I get new tires!

[Freewheeling Frank]

GTA_XAN previously said:

The tires are on and fine for city, highway and moderate off road. I have put the truck through some twists, bumps and hills without rubbing. I have decided to wait and truly trail test the truck before I get a lift. I plan to paint the vulnerable area's with white shoe polish and will quickly find out where it rubs

Any up dates on this, GTA?

[GTA_XAN]

Freewheeling Frank previously said:

Any up dates on this, GTA?

Still no rubbing (HWY/CITY and any big curbs I can find ) but have not been on the trail yet. My two cents... if you are at all concerned about rubbing on the trail and are not interested in lifting the truck... stick to the 265/70's.

Best,GTA

[Landrover]

Here is the sizes from Tireracks site on the BFG AT:

265/70 QR17
112/109Q C
2470 lbs.
50 psi
16/32"
44 lbs. 7-8.5"
8"
10.7"
NA
31.8"
654

285/70 QR17
121/118Q
3195 lbs.
65 psi
16/32"
54 lbs. 7.5-9"
8.5"
11.5"
NA
32.8"
634


Doesn't seem like a half an inch would make much difference with regards to rubbing, but I'd like to hear some news from some offroaders as well. The 285's do get you into a load range D though, and that is going to make for a stiffer sidewall and therefore, a stiffer ride.

[Freewheeling Frank]

Landrover previously said:

Here is the sizes from Tireracks site on the BFG AT:



Doesn't seem like a half an inch would make much difference with regards to rubbing, but I'd like to hear some news from some offroaders as well. The 285's do get you into a load range D though, and that is going to make for a stiffer sidewall and therefore, a stiffer ride.

I am going with the 285s, I want the higher load range for a tougher tire. Will live the stiffer ride. I will let you know how they work!

I think my main concern is the combination of a larger diameter and a larger width. But I am not afraid to do a little trimming to make them work.

[Landrover]

Freewheeling Frank previously said:

I am going with the 285s, I want the higher load range for a tougher tire. Will live the stiffer ride. I will let you know how they work!

I think my main concern is the combination of a larger diameter and a larger width. But I am not afraid to do a little trimming to make them work.

Yeah...no worries on the D sidwall. My last set, MT/R's were E's!! 80lbs. per tire. That was the only range available in the size I wanted, 245/75 16. Made for duelies. Was a pretty rough ride, but was nice when I loaded the Disco down, hooked up the camper, put all the kids, me and the wife and headed out. Rode pretty nice then

Oh...I had to do just a bit of trimming in the back and adjust the front steering stops when I upsized so I lost a bit of turning radius. Was well worth it.

[Dr Jeff]

How about an update on the 285's. How are they working out?

[GTA_XAN]

Dr Jeff previously said:

How about an update on the 285's. How are they working out?

No problems, no regrets. Only two minor complaints, the BFG's are much heavier than the stock Dunlops so MPG is way down. Also, in heavy rain the tires hydroplane easily.

[Dr. Buzz]

I'm not sure if this post has been referenced in this expansive 11 page thread but it seems to answer everyones question with photos and text to prove the theory that there is no problem when upgrading to 285/70-17

http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=90098

[Dr Jeff]

GTA_XAN previously said:

No problems, no regrets. Only two minor complaints, the BFG's are much heavier than the stock Dunlops so MPG is way down. Also, in heavy rain the tires hydroplane easily.

I have BFG AT's on my 2000 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 4x4 Sport and they are great on wet roads and heavy rain. Way better than the Goodyear's that came with it. They were also excellent this winter in the snow. That is why I was considering them for my new FJ.

How bad is the mileage with the 285's compared to the stock tires. I am not expecting great mileage but I don't want to be stopping every 5 mintes to fill up either?

Have you seen the pictures from Fusion Cruiser on the other forum (the link is included in a previous response on this thread)? He says that he has no rubs at all with his tires on his stock FJ. I wonder what the difference is. Are his 33' GY Wrangler's smaller than the 285 BFG AT's?

Thanks for your input