Feedback on ET27 vs ET44 offset for 265/65R18

[DallasLoneStar]

Like the title says, I am looking for experience with these offsets to help me select which one I am going to order for my Tuffant Alloys. Mostly concerned with max clearance and minimal rubbing vs. "stance" / looks. I *think* the 44 is the best "fit" into the wheel well and the 27 is a newer offset for more "stance" and may hit the upper outboard part of the fender liner under articulation more (or on bump stops) but I am not sure. As always, pics welcome too. I am also in the market for sliders if you have any comments there. Getting prepped for an overland trip with Texas Rovers in July.

 

[DallasLoneStar]

EDIT - found some older threads and i feel good about the 44s, seems my impressions were correct on the 27s not being quite as good a fit, but wider as some people think that looks better. Just pulled the trigger on the order direct from Tuffant USA.

 

[Nechaken]

Still hoping someone confirms the ET27s fit well. I'm really digging the look of the machined face Tuffant alloys...

 

[DallasLoneStar]

They probably fit ok and look great under normal conditions, but for my purposes I wanted to give myself the best mobility (for that tire size at least) in case of EAS failure.

 

[wallyyfm]

I bought the 44s. I’m going with KO2s due to slightly smaller radius on 65s. If there’s rub I’ll update. I just want to use up my ridge grapplers for the winter before I swap.

 

[DallasLoneStar]

@wallyyfm how have you liked the Ridge Grapplers? Experience on and off road? Looking at those as well as KO2 as they are both available in LT / e-rated 275/65R18.

 

[wallyyfm]

Error on my part, I have the terra grappler g2’s on my 20s. Honestly yes they’ve been good, it has been maybe 3 years. One did get a puncture but has held up well after plug. The G2s went through dunes in pismo and Death Valley in may. No issues. The flat was from a nail in the driveway, figures.

I think the ridge grapplers on the 18s could rub more than the KO2s.