Tire choices? 245/75-16 or 255/70-16

xj_mike

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Okay, I have tried to search for tire sizes but not getting any results back. I have read a number of tire brand or model specific threads and have narrowed down what brand/model tire I want. Since I have a 2000 Classic with the 5 spoke 16" wheel (which I love). Since a lot of tires in 16" are load range D or E, which I don't want, I think I am going with Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO's as they seem to be highly thought of.

As for the sizes, I am doing a 3" lift and do not want to trim at all, get maxium flex without tearing up the tires or XJ. I know 31"x10.5" on stock wheels will rub on the lower arm but everyone seems to say that 30"x9.5" do not and give max flex without rubbing.

So here is the question. A 255/70-16 is basically equivilant to a 30"x9.50" so that should clear without problems. A 245/75-16 would be like a 31"x9.50". I haven't heard much about using this size but wondered if the extra height would be okay and not rub since it's still only 9.5" wide. Most of the rubbing I hear of is because the tire is 10.50" wide on a 31" tire. I was thinking this might be the best of both worlds.

Any comments or ideas? Thanks.
 
Anyone???

Need some ideas from people who are using these sizes, please.

Hey, my name is in the red, that should count for some type of reply. :D
 
get some extended bumpstops and they wont rub on the fenders if the lift is done right (i.e. correct length control arms) The 255's will likely rub on you lower control arms at full lock because they are going to be slightly wider than the 245's. I think RE sells the bumpstops for like $30 or something.
 
I have a 2001 Cherokee with a 3 inch Rough Country lift on it, and I'm running the 255/70/16 tire. I have the 4.0L engine and I'm running the stock gears. I have not a complaint about the tire size or power. I don't really care for the lift but I plan on replacing it in the near future with an RE 6130 4.5 inch lift. My tires do rub on the LCA's at full lock but I have yet to have them rub anywhere else. Hope that helps.
 
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