How about 235/75-16's - On an '06 Renegade?

[boonsur]

Having a hard time finding anything in the searches for this specific size.

As I mentioned, I have a Renegade (doesn't that give a little more clearance?), and want a little more meat. Both for looks, and to correct the speedometer which reads slightly fast (vs GPS).

This size is just slightly taller than the 245/70's that people say fit (but, of course, not as wide). Is the biggest rubbing due to the diameter, or width?

Will these fit, without any mods?

TIA.

 

[Marlon_JB2]

Having a hard time finding anything in the searches for this specific size.

As I mentioned, I have a Renegade (doesn't that give a little more clearance?), and want a little more meat. Both for looks, and to correct the speedometer which reads slightly fast (vs GPS).

This size is just slightly taller than the 245/70's that people say fit (but, of course, not as wide). Is the biggest rubbing due to the diameter, or width?

Will these fit, without any mods?

TIA.

I didn't rub with my 245/70s at all. Some people have reported rubbing. It's due to the width, not the height, from my understanding.

Renegade has no more clearance than any ol regular KJ.

 

[tommudd]

Having a hard time finding anything in the searches for this specific size.

As I mentioned, I have a Renegade (doesn't that give a little more clearance?), and want a little more meat. Both for looks, and to correct the speedometer which reads slightly fast (vs GPS).

This size is just slightly taller than the 245/70's that people say fit (but, of course, not as wide). Is the biggest rubbing due to the diameter, or width?

Will these fit, without any mods?

TIA.

both diameter and width, stay with 245-70s on stock and you'll be alright otherwise if you go different size don't come back and complain to us

 

[Marlon_JB2]

True, Tom.

With that said, I'd certainly go with 245/70s. I wouldn't want to go any taller than that with a KJ. Heck, they already look stuffed as is, unlifted.

But oh boy do they look so cool.

 

[HoosierJeeper]

225/75/16 was a stock size...so it probably would fit. Check out some tire calculators though...

 

[HoosierJeeper]

It will fit without rubbing.
http://www.lostjeeps.com/forum/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=958

 

[boonsur]

Thanks, so far. Sounds a little encouraging.

BTW, mine came with 225/75's as stock.

Strictly, by the math, the 235's would add ~.30" (per side) to diameter, and ~.19 (per side) to the width. It appears there's room, but testimonials are what I'm looking for. Keep 'em coming, if you have experience with this size (good or bad).

 

[kckj]

I have 235/75/16 on my kj. Came with 215/75, bought some rims with 225/75, and then got a good deal on the tires i have now. They fit well. A very small amount of rubbing at full lock. Rubs next to the fog light door (front of wheel well) Such a small amount though almost not worth mentioning. 2004 with 60,000 miles. stock shocks.
I could tell the width difference from 225 to 235. Seems more stable now. I'm happy with them. Hope this helps.

 

[tommudd]

not taking into account the sag of springs etc, but go for it!

 

[guitarzan]

What brand/model tires do you have? The type of tire (way it's made) still seems to be a big factor between "will fit with slight rubbing" and "won't fit without some modification". All are close, but not equal.

I have 235/75/16 on my kj. Came with 215/75, bought some rims with 225/75, and then got a good deal on the tires i have now. They fit well. A very small amount of rubbing at full lock. Rubs next to the fog light door (front of wheel well) Such a small amount though almost not worth mentioning. 2004 with 60,000 miles. stock shocks.
I could tell the width difference from 225 to 235. Seems more stable now. I'm happy with them. Hope this helps.

 

[kckj]

they are lemans pathmakers. An AT tire. Seem to be very simular to the firestone destination AT.

 

[boonsur]

Update

Just got new tires installed this morning.

235/75-16's fit fine! (Nokian Vatiiva AT)

I didn't hear/feel any rubbing, even at full-lock (BTW, wow this thing turns tight circles - I'd never been full-over before).

 

[ekj]

Glad it worked out. Any photos you care to share?

 

[Marlon_JB2]

Just got new tires installed this morning.

235/75-16's fit fine! (Nokian Vatiiva AT)

I didn't hear/feel any rubbing, even at full-lock (BTW, wow this thing turns tight circles - I'd never been full-over before).

If you think a Liberty turns tight circles, you should try out a Wrangler.