will this tire fit,,,
#12
01-16-2012 | 11:12 AM
Im a first time disco owner and I just recently purchased the 3" terrafirma lift for my d2 and i've done a lot of research and am aware of all the mods I must do after lifting 3" or more. But I've been stuck trying to figure out tire sizes id like to put 285/75r16 on my rig but have a feeling it might be too big. What would be the next size I could consider if the tire size I listed wont fit?
If anyone could help me out it be much appreciated.
If anyone could help me out it be much appreciated.
#13
01-16-2012 | 12:42 PM
TReK
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Woodway, WA
Just put the 3" Heavy Duty TF kit on my D2 from Lucky8! Then threw on GoodYear MT/R 285/75r16's. They BARELY fit!!! They hit the bottom of the wheel well on dips. But, I am most concerned with the rubbing on the front radius arms when the steering wheel is fully torque left or right!!! =(
#14
01-16-2012 | 01:01 PM
Rock Crawling
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From: Northern Vermont
#15
01-17-2012 | 10:37 AM
TerraFirma makes an AWESOME spacer if you are willing to put out the bucks! I think after i purchase the rock sliders that will be my very next mod! =)
#16
01-17-2012 | 11:04 AM
Recovery Vehicle
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From: Wabash
i have 00 disco with 3" tf lift and 285/75r16 guard dog mts... you WILL have to back out the stearing stops almost an inch or so to stop contact with the radius arms, but its still streetable, some tight parking spots have required a quick 2 foot backup for realignment, and i havent attempted to parallel it yet lol, but i doubt it will be too much fun.
the rears will be fine, but the front part of the front inner wheel well will rub while turning if on a slight incline. i cut mine nearly in half but still catch say turning into a driveway or over a curb at the same time at more then a full steering wheel revolution. im just going to cut abit more or you can just run without them, just be aware that if your tires throw stones/water/snow it will be hitting the back of the fog lights and washer lines. might be an issue, maybe not. i was thinking of just zip tying a plastic protector over them. im also going to trim the bottom piece of the front bumper off entirely to the top section around front and just make a smooth design to meet up with the fog lights so it doesnt look to goofy. if you have an aftermarket front bumper though i doubt you would have any of these problems.
it will be slow as **** mind you though haha, especially if you dont compensate with more gas to make it feel like it did...the tire weight of mud terrains i think have far more effect then the actual diameter change.
after the lift thoguh i def recommend changing the steering angle with corrected radius arms, i am getting tired quick of the non return to center and wobble at high speeds from the lift though.
the rears will be fine, but the front part of the front inner wheel well will rub while turning if on a slight incline. i cut mine nearly in half but still catch say turning into a driveway or over a curb at the same time at more then a full steering wheel revolution. im just going to cut abit more or you can just run without them, just be aware that if your tires throw stones/water/snow it will be hitting the back of the fog lights and washer lines. might be an issue, maybe not. i was thinking of just zip tying a plastic protector over them. im also going to trim the bottom piece of the front bumper off entirely to the top section around front and just make a smooth design to meet up with the fog lights so it doesnt look to goofy. if you have an aftermarket front bumper though i doubt you would have any of these problems.
it will be slow as **** mind you though haha, especially if you dont compensate with more gas to make it feel like it did...the tire weight of mud terrains i think have far more effect then the actual diameter change.
after the lift thoguh i def recommend changing the steering angle with corrected radius arms, i am getting tired quick of the non return to center and wobble at high speeds from the lift though.
#17
01-17-2012 | 11:30 AM
Recovery Vehicle
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From: Wabash
#18
01-17-2012 | 03:09 PM
i have 00 disco with 3" tf lift and 285/75r16 guard dog mts... you WILL have to back out the stearing stops almost an inch or so to stop contact with the radius arms, but its still streetable, some tight parking spots have required a quick 2 foot backup for realignment, and i havent attempted to parallel it yet lol, but i doubt it will be too much fun.
the rears will be fine, but the front part of the front inner wheel well will rub while turning if on a slight incline. i cut mine nearly in half but still catch say turning into a driveway or over a curb at the same time at more then a full steering wheel revolution. im just going to cut abit more or you can just run without them, just be aware that if your tires throw stones/water/snow it will be hitting the back of the fog lights and washer lines. might be an issue, maybe not. i was thinking of just zip tying a plastic protector over them. im also going to trim the bottom piece of the front bumper off entirely to the top section around front and just make a smooth design to meet up with the fog lights so it doesnt look to goofy. if you have an aftermarket front bumper though i doubt you would have any of these problems.
it will be slow as **** mind you though haha, especially if you dont compensate with more gas to make it feel like it did...the tire weight of mud terrains i think have far more effect then the actual diameter change.
after the lift thoguh i def recommend changing the steering angle with corrected radius arms, i am getting tired quick of the non return to center and wobble at high speeds from the lift though.
the rears will be fine, but the front part of the front inner wheel well will rub while turning if on a slight incline. i cut mine nearly in half but still catch say turning into a driveway or over a curb at the same time at more then a full steering wheel revolution. im just going to cut abit more or you can just run without them, just be aware that if your tires throw stones/water/snow it will be hitting the back of the fog lights and washer lines. might be an issue, maybe not. i was thinking of just zip tying a plastic protector over them. im also going to trim the bottom piece of the front bumper off entirely to the top section around front and just make a smooth design to meet up with the fog lights so it doesnt look to goofy. if you have an aftermarket front bumper though i doubt you would have any of these problems.
it will be slow as **** mind you though haha, especially if you dont compensate with more gas to make it feel like it did...the tire weight of mud terrains i think have far more effect then the actual diameter change.
after the lift thoguh i def recommend changing the steering angle with corrected radius arms, i am getting tired quick of the non return to center and wobble at high speeds from the lift though.
I'm also not sure about "backing out the steering stops" and Im going to research that now! Thanks and good luck with the 33"s =)
#19
01-17-2012 | 03:20 PM
BTW! I also have no issues with steering retuning to center, and ZERO wobble/bounce at high speeds. I think the Terra Firma swap actually casued my D2 to travel better on the Highway and seems to have better all around steering... Justin @ Liucky8 told me the rubbing on the radius arms with 33" tires was normal and to get used to it or just purchase the TF spacers!
#20
01-17-2012 | 08:56 PM
Recovery Vehicle
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From: Wabash
spacers only add to the rotating mass, and widen your stance. the steering stops just spin out with a socket, but i would 100% recommend it. if you rub the arm at speed, god help you get out of the wreck... its not a piece of plastic thats going to bend or slip on, its a lip of steel to catch on, its not going to give like a fender well or body panel that will just bend or snap out of the way. think worst case scenerio you have to swerve hard on the highway to avoid a deer or drunk or whatever, if the tire DOESNT shread you atleast destroyed its reliability... if it does blow, you are probably flipping your disco if not running completely off the road into trees, other motorists, off a cliff, whatever.