Tire size options for CRD

macd · **Joined:** Mon Sep 19, 2005 1:46 pm **Posts:** 50

I am looking to replace my stock CRD tires. What options to I have for size? I'd like to move up one size.

Jeger · **Posted:** Thu May 17, 2007 3:00 pm

245/70/16

valoflyby · **Posted:** Thu May 17, 2007 3:55 pm

Yup. That's what I'm currently running. General AT2s. No lift.

marauderer · **Posted:** Thu May 17, 2007 5:46 pm

valoflyby wrote:

Yup. That's what I'm currently running. General AT2s. No lift.

Me too!!

$70/ea less than BFG's and basically the same tread.

Zonie · **Posted:** Thu May 17, 2007 6:25 pm

Me three. That's as big as you can go without rubbing or without a lift.
Do some research at tirerack.com to find the tire you need/want. Lots of info without actually buying there.

KJMedic · **Posted:** Thu May 17, 2007 7:03 pm

245/70/16's here no rubbing problems for me. Alot better ride too.

crackercrd · **Posted:** Thu May 17, 2007 10:36 pm

I was thinking of trying some 235/75-r16, any thoughts?

Zonie · **Posted:** Thu May 17, 2007 10:45 pm

I was looking for more rubber on the road and less sidewall to flex. Go to tirerack.com and look at the specs for the 2 sizes. If I remember correctly, the 245/70 had better ratings and a better selection of brands were available in that size. The price difference is minimal.

macd · **Joined:** Mon Sep 19, 2005 1:46 pm **Posts:** 50

What kind of gas mileage hit can I expect if I move up to 245/70-16? Anyone have any pictures of their CRDs with the 245s on that I could take a peak at?

Zonie · **Posted:** Fri May 18, 2007 11:02 am

I put them on at 6000 miles and keep them inflated@38 psi. My mileage has continued to improve since. More a function of engine break-in than tires, I imagine.
I don't know how to post pictures on here. if you'll PM me your e-mail address, I'll send some.

KJMedic · **Posted:** Fri May 18, 2007 12:58 pm

I will take a couple of pics tomorrow and post up in the AM.

techTim · **Posted:** Fri May 18, 2007 7:55 pm

do you need to change or modify anything for the speedo to read correctly? minor point, but maybe the overhead info widgit will give even worse info?

Cowcatcher · **Posted:** Fri May 18, 2007 8:42 pm

techTim wrote:

do you need to change or modify anything for the speedo to read correctly? minor point, but maybe the overhead info widgit will give even worse info?

I believe the dealer can re-program the BCM to accomodate this slight change. Most CRD's run about 2 MPH over on the speedo and about 6% under on the odometer with OEM tires.

spoonplugger1 · **Posted:** Fri May 18, 2007 9:23 pm

At 60 on the speedo I'm actually doing 60 1/2 mph with the 245/70s on.

CRuD Bucket · **Posted:** Sat May 19, 2007 1:57 pm

How about with a 2.5" lift?
I'm getting close to replacing the factory crap that came on mine. Probably looking at the 245/70/16's anyway. I guess a 75 would give me more height?

GregScuba · **Posted:** Sat May 19, 2007 4:20 pm

yep 245-75-16 is usually about 30.6 inches tall.

techTim · **Posted:** Sun May 20, 2007 12:16 am

cool, can't wait for the rains to hit this fall and go get my BFG A/T's, and a more accurate speedo/odo.

CRuD Bucket · **Posted:** Sun May 20, 2007 8:31 am

Lots to ponder here. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=ORAT&width=265%2F&ratio=75&diameter=16&tireSearch=true
I will probably go with the Silent Armors in one size or another.

CRuD Bucket · **Posted:** Sun May 20, 2007 8:46 am

Quote:
yep 245-75-16 is usually about 30.6 inches tall.

How tall is a 245-70-16? I think I'd stick with the 245 so I don't end up installing mudflaps. :shock:

action · **Posted:** Fri May 25, 2007 12:21 pm

I'm running 235/75/16 on my stock suspended CRD...looks great, no rubbing.

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