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20" Redbourne with 285/55/20 Nitto Recon Fit?

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Old 10-05-2021 | 07:55 AM
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Default 20" Redbourne with 285/55/20 Nitto Recon Fit?

Hey guys, I looked through all the threads and it seems like 275/55/20 is the safe bet, but will a 285/55/20 fit on stock suspension without rubbing?
I have seen a few pictures of this setup and was told it does not rub, but from posts here I am not sure? I will have the wheel arch protection and no plans to change suspension in anyway.

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Old 10-05-2021 | 08:36 AM
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Have you checked this thread (and likely the first posting that they update)? https://landroverforums.com/forum/20...ogress-101530/

Hopefully what you seek is in there. Go to the top of the forum and click "Search" and choose "Advanced" if you want to accelerate things. I don't know the specific answer, but I bet it's already in there. Good luck!
 
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Old 10-05-2021 | 09:26 AM
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Yes I did, and it does not say anything specifically about 285/55 which may be my answer. Just checking as it seems there are a bunch of members with redbourne wheels on
 
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Old 10-05-2021 | 10:30 AM
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CSaSFhaM..._web_copy_link
This 90 has 20x9in wheels with offset of ET 30mm. He's running 33x11.5 Ridge Grapplers, which is pretty close to a 285x55-20 sized tire. He says there is "zero rubbing with this setup". I have a 90 on order and plan on running the same (or very similar setup)

For comparison, the Redbourne wheels are 20x8.5in and ET 25, so in theory, it should work, but I can't personally say for certain.

 
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Old 10-05-2021 | 10:36 AM
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Appreciate that! I dont mind doing a little fender lining cutitng etc if necessary but just dont want to have to put in a lift of any kind...
 
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Old 10-06-2021 | 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by thebk
Appreciate that! I don't mind doing a little fender lining cutting etc if necessary but just don't want to have to put in a lift of any kind...
The lift is not the issue here, as it is the tyre that catches the wheel arch liner when on lock. My 275/55r20 on standard rims just catch the front mudflaps on lock whether the suspension is lifted or not.
 
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Old 10-06-2021 | 10:23 AM
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Got it. So its sounding like it may not be worth the risk to try to go with the 285/55/20. Was hoping there were a few members that were successfully running that size with no rubbing issue.
 
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Old 10-06-2021 | 02:11 PM
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Originally Posted by thebk
Got it. So its sounding like it may not be worth the risk to try to go with the 285/55/20. Was hoping there were a few members that were successfully running that size with no rubbing issue.
I've been working with ElementWheels.com (they have a physical location here in Phoenix) on a set of 20" wheels and tires for my 110X and his system indicates that the 285/55/20 will work (as will the 275/55/20) I can't say yet from personal experience, but rather what his fitment application indicates, so FWIW, my plan is to go with the 285/55/20 - Toyo Open Country AT3's
 
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Old 10-07-2021 | 09:27 AM
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Thats encouraging! Maybe ill still give the 285/55s a shot
 
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Old 10-07-2021 | 03:39 PM
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Why would you even consider taking the risk for 10mm of additional width? Won’t perform any different. Won’t even look any different to be honest.
 


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