Should I go 245/70R16?

drossia · **Posted:** Tue May 11, 2010 3:15 am

Hi all,

After running the stock tires for 5 years (I cannot believe I survived that long)! I am thinking of
buying a new set of BFG All Terrain T/A 245/70R16. Based on the charts they should fit with
no rubbing issues on a stock KJ Sport 2005. Do you guys think I might have problems
due to sagged springs (I have never measured them to be honest)? Does anyone have experience
(good or bad) with that size? How much difference will I see on the road compared to stock width?
(I have a manual so I mostly run in 2WD and cornering is an issue on bad pavement with stock tires)

thank you
yannis

Powerman04 · **Posted:** Tue May 11, 2010 7:47 am

The only rubbing issues I can think of would be your pinch welds in the front wheel wells. I only say that because you mentioned sagging springs though, since 245/70/r16 is the biggest size you can go unlifted with no trimming. The handling will be much better with the new tires, and BFG's are a good tire as well for on and offroad. The only negative would be maybe 1-2 mpg lost, if that. Just my :2cents:

tommudd · **Posted:** Tue May 11, 2010 8:06 am

They should be OK and you won't even notice the difference in mileage, ride will be better, way better for that matter
Go for it

LibertyGuy · **Posted:** Tue May 11, 2010 11:38 am

I'm also planning on going for the 245/70/16 size.

They will definitely look better.

inklegg · **Posted:** Tue May 11, 2010 11:24 pm

please post pictures, I am considering this size & tire as well (unlifted)

jeep4life7 · **Posted:** Tue May 11, 2010 11:35 pm

GO BIG OR GO HOME! :mrgreen:

omGoddard · **Posted:** Wed May 12, 2010 7:37 pm

I've got the 245/70/16's on my 03 Renny unlifted. Looks good, barely rubs at pinch (pounded it down anyways) and at the fog light door.

Pics for person asking:

Front fender

inklegg · **Posted:** Wed May 12, 2010 9:39 pm

looks good, decision made!...thanks for posting the pic!

jinstall · **Posted:** Thu May 13, 2010 5:56 pm

A little late, no lift:

With 1.5" lift:

NEVER an issue with rubbing, even with one wheel off the ground.

drossia · **Posted:** Mon May 24, 2010 1:47 pm

I finally made the move and all I can say is that I am driving a different jeep today! Thank you all for your input

KJ 119 · **Posted:** Mon May 24, 2010 10:30 pm

That tire size really looks good on a non-lifted Lib.
The BFG All-Terrains are a good choice.They last forever.

Powerman04 · **Posted:** Tue May 25, 2010 7:52 am

KJ 119 wrote:

That tire size really looks good on a non-lifted Lib.
The BFG All-Terrains are a good choice.They last forever.

To be fair I just put on new 245/70/16's on my lifted KJ and I still think they look plenty big. The added space makes people look and wonder why I'm up so high.

LibertyGuy · **Posted:** Tue Jun 01, 2010 11:18 am

[quote="omGoddard"]I've got the 245/70/16's on my 03 Renny unlifted. Looks good, barely rubs at pinch (pounded it down anyways) and at the fog light door.

Pics for person asking:

The BFG's look awesome!

How are they compared to stock tires 235/70/16? Does the jeep feel any bit more sluggish or bumpy with the added weight? I'm contemplating between the BFG's and the Bridgestone Revo 2 for my next set; 245/70/16 of course.

Weldnfab · **Posted:** Sun Jun 13, 2010 11:34 pm

hey all! awesome site... same discussion I been having with myself.... BFG 245 75 r16 fit good on a 09 sport liberty? all stock...just bought it 2 months ago and am currently running aged 225 70-r16 goodyear st's it came with..... whats the better tire for a family vehicle that see's the trails every weekend year round.... and daily during hunting season? have considered the bf's but was told they are 10 ply and heavy... salesman was pushing general grabbers (6-ply?) lighter.... western michigan see's all the weather ever made.... sun,rain,snow...snow....snow...ice...snow ,ice... we have few rocks here...but lotsa sand,hills,mudd and did I mention snow?... any pointers would be greatly appreciated.

DirtyKK · **Posted:** Sun Jun 13, 2010 11:49 pm

Weldnfab wrote:

hey all! awesome site... same discussion I been having with myself.... BFG 245 75 r16 fit good on a 09 sport liberty? all stock...just bought it 2 months ago and am currently running aged 225 70-r16 goodyear st's it came with..... whats the better tire for a family vehicle that see's the trails every weekend year round.... and daily during hunting season? have considered the bf's but was told they are 10 ply and heavy... salesman was pushing general grabbers (6-ply?) lighter.... western michigan see's all the weather ever made.... sun,rain,snow...snow....snow...ice...snow ,ice... we have few rocks here...but lotsa sand,hills,mudd and did I mention snow?... any pointers would be greatly appreciated.

that size would fit a KK fine without a lift. ive also heard good things about the grabbers. with the extra size and weight of the tires you might notice a little mileage loss but shouldnt be all to bad.

steve03sport · **Posted:** Tue Jun 15, 2010 5:03 pm

Q? do wheel spacers help the tires to not rub? or does it hurt

jinstall · **Posted:** Tue Jun 15, 2010 5:20 pm

I will let you know on Sunday if I get my Spidertrax from a guy in MD.

Powerman04 · **Posted:** Tue Jun 15, 2010 5:25 pm

steve03sport wrote:

Q? do wheel spacers help the tires to not rub? or does it hurt

Depends if you are rubbing in the first place. It's all a geometry game. Pushing the tires too far out will cause issues when turning, and when you flex, you may just rip off the fender.

steve03sport · **Posted:** Tue Jun 15, 2010 8:31 pm

no not rubbing still stock. but wanna lift it 2.5 - 3" and love the look of a wide stance

mikey1273 · **Posted:** Fri Jun 18, 2010 8:55 am

Mine are not BFG but still 245/70R16. No rubbbing and I hope if they still have tread when I lift they will still look good. these have been great tires. They handle wet and snow well, been off road and did well there too. THey seem to be wearing good and seem quiet on the road.

This is on the 235/70R16 that was on it when I got it.

With the new tires

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