Got new rims, now what size tires?

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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 09:14 AM
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Got new rims, now what size tires?

I have a 2wd that I'm about to put a 2.5 leveling kit and small block in the rear. I just got a set of 18x9 moto metals with 4.5" backspace. I realy didnt want them to stick out that far, but i go a great deal on practicly new rims. SO what size tire should I go with so I dont rub. I do want a beefier look as well.

I was looking at the following: Stock is 265/60/18

285/65/18 - 32.5 inch tire x a little over 11

275/65/18 - 32 inch tire x almost 11
 
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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 12:37 PM
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I'd go with a 285/60-18 (32x11.50) or a 285/65-18 (33x11.50). You may have to do some minor trimming because of the wheels backspacing.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 01:54 PM
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I think I will go with the 285/65. Is there any cool sites to buy tires other than discount tire or TireRack? I'm leaning toward Nitto Terra Grapplers or Toyo Open Country. They seem to be pretty close to each other.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 01:56 PM
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Originally Posted by lowblueranger
I think I will go with the 285/65. Is there any cool sites to buy tires other than discount tire or TireRack? I'm leaning toward Nitto Terra Grapplers or Toyo Open Country. They seem to be pretty close to each other.
Except for the $200 price difference..
Just go with terra grapplers cheaper and they look really good
 

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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 08:34 PM
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And they are basically the same tire.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 08:53 PM
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Terra"s
 
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