Hi everyone:

Just had a quick question. I have a 2000 Disco II and wanted to put on some bigger tires. I want to keep the factory alloys and was wondering how much bigger I can go while using the same wheels. And any ideas on the brand would also be helpful. I have attached a pic of my car.
Thanks in advance.

PH

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PH,
Which wheel do you have 16" or 18" wheels?
What are you going to do with the truck, are you going to add a bumper or winch?
How much taller do you want to be, are you arware that bigger tires will cost you up to 2 MPG?
Mike

 

Hi Mike:

It's the 16 inch wheels. I don't plan on doing any more mods on it except maybe add some roof racks.

I figure the MPG's will go down so I have no problem with that. I need to replace the tires, tread is almost gone, and would like to just go a little bigger.

Thanks for your fast relpy.

PH

 

Do you have any plans for 4wheeling or is it more for street use?
I think the ideal size for a DII is a 245/75/16. Taller the standard, look real good on the truck and you usually have no triming or adjustment to make
Mike

 

Will the 245/75/16 look good on a 95 DI too??

 

245's are a great size for a D1 and require no triming or lift. They are probably the most common size for all geneal use D1's. What brand or tread style are you leaning towards?
Mike

 

I have a set of Toyo Open Country on my Isuzu trooper. I just bought the 95 DI and want the same tires. Toyo tire Open Country

 

I hear that is a great tire.
Be curious to see how they work for you on th Rover.
Mike

 

biggest tire on stock disco w/ no trimming:

D1 = 245/70-16

D2 = 265/75-16 (may get a bit of rub in some big dips)

 

265/75-16 on a DII may require the spare tire rack to be raised. I found that out this weekend.