Wheel/Tire combinations

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djatkinson

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Hello, all,

My 06 LR3 HSE needs new tires. I have plans to get off-road tires. Presently, there are 19" wheels mounted. I know that ideally, 18" wheels would likely be best for optimum tire selection. Has anyone had much experience with off-road tires that are available for 19", or are there are any worth considering?

Thanks in advance,
Dan
 

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I think you can fit KO3s on that rim (don't quote me) but you're still going to be lacking for sidewall.
 

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Hi, Houm,
That was my main concern. I don't want to be regretting staying with 19" wheels when I'm on the trail...
 

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Ditch the 19s for any 18" LR3 wheel. The best option for 19s are 255/60-19 Toyo AT3s.
 

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If you have that option - to swap the 19s for 18s - then you should definitely do that.
 

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Hi, I have on my 18" rimms Mastercraft Wildcat AT2 and works very good. Some friends on 19" have KO2 (BF-Goodrich) and others have cooper. In my opinion, all of them are good, but depends on your budget. Mastercraft is cheaper and very good, but you don't find them averywhere if you need a spare someday.
 

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I have 19 inch wheels as well with Goodyear Duratrac All Terrain tires. What are the advantages of the 18 inch rims, other than providing more tire options (if any)?
 

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Doug, I think I get it. So the overall diameter of the tire/wheel combination remains unchanged. It's just that the smaller wheel diameter means more tire sidewall to reach the overall diameter. Correct?

Okay, searched it up on the Inter-web and confirmed that's what we are talking about. Thanks.
 
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exactly
and if you combine a smaller rim with an oversized sized tire, you benefit even more

and don't forget, larger selection can also mean lower price
 

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