I'd like to increase the clearance on my '04 Disco II SE (+/- 2") using nothing but an increase in tire size. I'm currently running stock 255-55-18 on my '04 Disco II. I've read through all of the posts regarding tires, but most of them refer to 16x7 wheels (such as on the S models and not the stock 18s as on the SE and HSE.

Does anyone know the tallest (& recommended) tire than can fit on stock alloys for On/Off road use that wouldn't rub up in the wheel well or when turning? I won't be doing any rock climbing, just trail riding with some deep mud every now and then with some tree stumps along the path.

Since rear wheels don't turn is it possible to just increase the rear tire height while increasing the height of the front tires just a tad bit?

Thanks!

 

I'd definitely not mix sizes from front to back, run the same tire all around so you can rotate them and so as not to unsettle the trucks suspension.

I have a friend running 255/60/18 on his completely stock '04, and he loves them. The biggest problem you'll have with the 18" wheels is the narrow selection of tires and sizes. Look at the Hankook DynaPro RF10, it's a great tire and they make it in like 29 different sizes. I have them on my truck, 265/65/18, but I am lifted 2".

 

Thanks for the recommend. I'll be looking into the Hankooks for sure! May end up buying some 16x7 steelies just to increase my options for size.

 

I think General makes the Grabber in 18". I used to have 18" rims, but when I got new tires I switched to 16". Believe it or not, I picked up 5 16" rims and tires for $300. With the savings in buying 16" tires instead of 18", they paid for themselves. On top of that, I sold the 18" rims for $300 and the tires off the 16" rims for $200. So I made out pretty good. See if you can find any 16" rims out here.

 

if you need clearance go with a mild lift at least. increasing tire diameter for increased clearance is going to limit your articulation w/o also increasing your suspension height.

as for the 2 sizes of tires its not a good idea on a full time all-wheel drive vehicle for other reasons beside suspension issues