2.5 inch level kit what tires and rims with no cutting

[CicRanger98]

I just put in a rough country 2.5in leveling kit on my 2019 ford ranger I’m trying to figure out what’s the largest size tires I can fit and rim combo without cutting away at things. Looking to go for an aggressive all terrain tire

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[Goodrx]

You keeping the stock wheels? If so, a 265/70/17 is the absolute biggest you can get away with. Based on my several hours of research.

 

[THLONE]

Well to state the obvious, the same size that you have now in mud and snow. Speedo, mileage compute, etc. doesnt need modified. It is called the KISS method. ?

 

[Frenchy]

Actually if you keep the stock wheels you can get away with 275/70-17. It clears just enough

 

[CicRanger98]

Actually if you keep the stock wheels you can get away with 275/70-17. It clears just enough

What if I run a 1 inch spacer

 

[Frenchy]

What if I run a 1 inch spacer

I can't say for sure but I also would not recommend a wheel spacer for safety reasons. With that being said most on here have put 285/70-17 tire on the stock wheels and uses a 1/4 spacer and had minimal to no rubbing.

 

[AndrewNWaldrip]

I'm looking to do the same to my truck except I want black wheels. What wheel should I get for General Grabber ATX 265/70R17 on 2.5" level no cutting?

 

[Frenchy]

Any wheel that has either a +55 or +47 offset will fit with not problems without rubbing. Basically saying the stock wheels do the trick. Even the Ford Performance raptor wheels will fit.

 

[sgargala]

I just put in a rough country 2.5in leveling kit on my 2019 ford ranger I’m trying to figure out what’s the largest size tires I can fit and rim combo without cutting away at things. Looking to go for an aggressive all terrain tire

I just found the biggest tires that would work with no cutting. I put the tires on first and then a week later added 2.5” level. Stock 17” wheels with 265/70/17 work great. Look even better with the 2.5” level. I put Goodyear DuraTrac which are AT.

 

[sgargala]

I just found the biggest tires that would work with no cutting. I put the tires on first and then a week later added 2.5” level. Stock 17” wheels with 265/70/17 work great. Look even better with the 2.5” level. I put Goodyear DuraTrac which are AT.

 

[TylerV76]

I just found the biggest tires that would work with no cutting. I put the tires on first and then a week later added 2.5” level. Stock 17” wheels with 265/70/17 work great. Look even better with the 2.5” level. I put Goodyear DuraTrac which are AT.

KO2’s in 275/70R17 work with no cutting.

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Jon,

This is all going to depend on the offset of your wheels.. if you stay stock, @Goodrx is likely right about those 265/70R17s.

Depending on the offset of the after market wheels you choose, you might be able to get away with 275/70R17s. I did, but just barely. My wheels are +15mm offset compared to the +55mm offset of the factory wheels. I have less than 1/4” clearance from crash bars - one is more like 1/8”. If I chose a different tire, I might be rubbing the crash bars. Without my offset, I’d be rubbing the knuckle.

There’s no definitive answer - tire profiles of the same size differ from mfg to mfg - tread width varies and it can be a bit of a crap shoot if you’re pushing the size limit.

This tire/wheel offset guide might help.

https://tiresize.com/wheel-offset-calculator/

265/70/R17s will give you a beefy, aggressive look without having to worry too much about crash bars or spacers or offset.

If you want to go bigger, go with a 3” lift and you’ll have less to worry about.

Check out the Showcase section - you’ll see plenty of Rangers with 265s and a 2.5” level that look awesome. Good luck.

 

[Fawnbuster]

Jon,

This is all going to depend on the offset of your wheels.. if you stay stock, @Goodrx is likely right about those 265/70R17s.

Depending on the offset of the after market wheels you choose, you might be able to get away with 275/70R17s. I did, but just barely. My wheels are +15mm offset compared to the +55mm offset of the factory wheels. I have less than 1/4” clearance from crash bars - one is more like 1/8”. If I chose a different tire, I might be rubbing the crash bars. Without my offset, I’d be rubbing the knuckle.

There’s no definitive answer - tire profiles of the same size differ from mfg to mfg - tread width varies and it can be a bit of a crap shoot if you’re pushing the size limit.

This tire/wheel offset guide might help.

https://tiresize.com/wheel-offset-calculator/

265/70/R17s will give you a beefy, aggressive look without having to worry too much about crash bars or spacers or offset.

If you want to go bigger, go with a 3” lift and you’ll have less to worry about.

Check out the Showcase section - you’ll see plenty of Rangers with 265s and a 2.5” level that look awesome. Good luck.

My truck has 18 inch oem rims. 265 60 18 tires, haven't bought the rims yet, wondering if I dropped down to 17 inch rims could I go wider for stance and appearance looks and stability and avoid any cutting or rubbing.

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

My truck has 18 inch oem rims. 265 60 18 tires, haven't bought the rims yet, wondering if I dropped down to 17 inch rims could I go wider for stance and appearance looks and stability and avoid any cutting or rubbing.

Hey Mike,

Assuming you’re lifting or levelling, you can likely get away with 275/70/17s but it will depend on the offset of the after market wheels. Other members have had good luck when staying at +20mm offset or higher. Keep in mind, 275s are less than 1/2” wider than stock. Also, if you go to 285s, you’ll rub.

Moving to 17” wheels will give you more sidewall which will give you a bit more off road performance and a beefier look.

You could keep your OEM wheels and go taller to 275/65/18 but I’m not sure what would happen with rubbing - the extra width moves the sidewall 0.2” closer to the knuckle.

Maybe some other owners with this 18” setup know better.

 

[Fawnbuster]

Thanks Duke! Just talked with my installer. $1450 pre tax for Bilstein 5100s all around set at 1 inch then add the top plate 1 inch lift and alignment, then I can bring it home and check for clearance. If I have room the. We can add the bottom plate which wont require the complete tear down and spring removal. It's this stupid header that is my problem. I can gain an inch if I take out the bottom 2x4 but then I must reinforce it from above so I don't get sag and the door seals and operates correctly. I attached a pic of my clearance due to the 2 inch antenna

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