Tire Check
 

Yes, I know, another "Which tires should I get..." post. :)

I have mostly decided on which tire I want (Cooper Discoverer ST/Maxx 235/85/r16), but my main questions are:

With an OME 2" HD lift (shocks + springs), will a 235/85/r16 fit without any adjustments (steering stops, etc.)?

Will that narrow of a tire be OK with a fully-loaded compliment (roof rack gear + 4 adults)?

Cheers,

- Chris

That tire is no narrower than the stock tire on a D1. The width doesn't really have much to do with load carrying capacity. 3/4 ton and 1 ton trucks have been known to come with that size tire.

OK. Then I suppose it should be fine.

I don't want giant tires; just something that will fill the wheel wells a little better with the 2" lift, but continue to perform fine on and off road with no major mods.

As far as the tire brand, I like the Cooper. It looks good and the quality seems good. Also, Spike has talked it up a bit and all the reviews I have read support his endorsement.

You'll probably want to do some minor trimming on the back of the rear wheel fenders.

ill let you know, im getting my 235/85s today :P

Out on the Internets I've seen both "must cut" and "not necessary" so I guess I'll just have to go for it and see. :)

Pictures please! :D

planning on it!
i ordered some rear spring spacers to have around anyway, but not expecting to need them. may put them in for towing regardless...

https://treadwright.com/p-90-p235-70r16-puma-a-t-p.aspx
https://treadwright.com/p-41-265-70r...dog-m-t-p.aspx

Will either of these fit a d1 with no mods.... on sale for cheap cheap