Offroad Tyres and Wheels

[@Hackapoid18]

Ronny you forgot one huge issue when choosing Tyre size! GEARING. It’s not a huge issue on modern diesels that have huge amounts of torque but older 4wds and 4wds with less power are seriously effected by this issue. When you go larger tyres you’re gearing becomes a lot taller meaning you lose your low range crawl speed, this makes the 4wd fast and uncontrollable in low range 4wding situations. You have to either run smaller tyres or get reduction gears to regain your gearing. I have a old Suzuki Sierra, they have 26inch tyres stock I put 29inch tyres on, my gearing was so tall I could not use 5th gear on the highway. After I installed transfer case reduction gears I could use my 5th gear again and my low range was 100x better! I think gearing is something that is seriously overlooked!!! You’re van life modified episode is a good example of this issue. 👍

[@Hackapoid18]

And another point is you should run the smallest recommenced WIDTH wheel possible for the Tyre size you want, this will make the bead tighter and allow you to run lower Tyre pressures without getting mud stuck in the bead and also lowering the chance of debeading the Tyre.

[@michaeltoomer4090]

100% agree on the tyre rim width. No one ever talks about that. Maybe not enough people realize this. I use to run 33” tyres on 17x9 rims and was constantly debeading on 20 psi. A more experienced 4wder explained this to me and now I run 33” tyres on 16x8 down to 10 psi easily. Haven’t done a bead since.

[@Hackapoid18]

@@michaeltoomer4090 yeah I’m running 29’s on a 15x7 but I’ve gotten mud in the beads a few times, planning to get 15x6 wheels which should be perfect 👌 It’s something very overlooked for sure.

[@alexanderray9106]

Thanks for this Rhonny. I am in the process of 'saving' for a set of new A/T tyres and greatly appreciate the effort you go to on explanation (including the little cardboard signs:)

[@derekeasterbrook6791]

Hi Ronny, another point you should have briefly mentioned, and it's mentioned in other videos, is that the larger tyres affects the speedometer. I have a 2006 Hilux and I've kept the standard steel rims but I've upgraded the tyre to the maximum allowable for that rim size, 225x75x16. Even this slight increase in tyre size means that if I'm doing 100 kph, I'm actually doing 104 kph and I coud get booked for speeding. That's something everyone should keep in mind. Keep up the good work because I really enjoy your great videos.

[@stevezodiac575]

Not sure about Hilux, but Prado speedometers start at +4% (displaying 104 at a true 100 kph). So increasing tyre size from 265/65 R17 (std) to 265/70 R17 Improves speedometer accuracy whilst reading a whisker more than actual.

[@Moon222]

what kinda dystopia do you live in to get booked for an extra 4km/h?

[@hrtpaul]

@@Moon222 you obviously don't live in Victoria LOL

[@lawnerddownunder3461]

​@@Moon222Adelaide, mate

[@craigquann]

Don't forget a common size tire. Odd sizes are hard to find. Wreck a tire on a trip and you could have a hard time sourcing a new one. My case I was looking at getting LT285/75R17 for my truck. It's the largest size I can fit without trimming. It also allowed me to use my factory rims. But they were special order/not commonly stocked and a bit pricier. So instead I went with a LT285/70R18. Functionally equivalent, I had to buy rims but the tires were cheaper, very common with more selection. Plus I was able to sell my used tires and rims to help recoup some of the cost.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

19"20" 21" 22" 23" 24" all suck 15"& 16 " was so common now its 17" 18"

[@radaraacf]

I agree I have a perentie and chose to upgrade from Michelin XZL 750R16 to BFG KM3 750R16 because I know farms and agricultural communities will most likely have some spare or an old land cruiser tyre to pinch’s somewhere

[@spudboy1328]

70 Series: Best touring size is 255/85R16. Slightly taller than stock (on a Troopy anyway - not sure about the 76 or 79), just enough so the speedo reads accurately. They air down brilliantly.

[@johnalthuizen3551]

Thanks Ronny . I’ve got 180,000ks on my 79 now, at least half of that towing a 2.5T off-road van. I am just 10,000ks into my third set of Bridgestone Desert Dueler AT697 LT265/75R16 120/123 E load rating. 70PSI on LC rears when towing, 50PSI in fronts and on single axle van on road, 45PSI on LC rears, 28PSI fronts and 32PSI van on dirt, 35PSI rears , 20PSI fronts and 25PSI van on sharp stones , heavy corrugations and sand. GCR 5 trips, GRR 2 trips with one to Kalumburu, inc EQ lookouts as explosion gorge without van of course, Roper River Savannah Way , Lorella Springs, Oodnadatta, Strzelecki, Stony Desert, Tanami etc etc all towing. Two punctures resulting in one repair and one damaged beyond. I use the standard Toyota GXL alloys on LC and Van. Only time I wished for more tyre is on the beach rear wheelbase correction would be also handy. It’s important to study the load ratings of the exact tyre you propose to use as a slightly different size can drop you down from a LT 10ply to a much weaker 8 ply. Great tyre combo, gets me where I want to go most of the time, quiet, good fuel economy , long life at >80,000ks on each set of 5 (caravan still on first pair with never used spare) Just sharing my combo.

[@JamesMargolis79]

Haha! I like that name. A new class tire "Stock Terrain". 🤙

[@Matt-px1ki]

Awesome vid as always! Jammed full of experience and real world knowledge. You’ve saved a lot of people money and embarrassment over the years. Keep up the good work Ronny.

[@maitrikashin3906]

My 2005 Kia Sorento BL 3.5L V6 - built on a ladder frame chassis back when Kia were serious about off-roading. I've had a 2" lift since it was new - currently using Bilstein Shocks with Dobinson Springs. I drove it out of the showroom on a set of Coopers. After 200,000kms I'm on my 3rd set of 245x75xR16 Cooper Discoverer ATs (LT). That's the same height as a 265x70 but with a bigger side wall in a 30.5' tyre. They're rated at over 1000kgs each, holding up a GVM of 2560. They've been brilliant!

[@Kiwigd]

Running an older (2004) Hilux that allows me to run 15” rims.. I’m happy on the true 31’ hybrid tyres, increased offset slightly

[@lukedontknow9283]

I got 31s on my 2001 hilux and they go pretty good

[@TheDomenF]

I have 265/70r17 tyres on my Hilux on original rim, but next tire choice I am considering will be 255/75r17 which is the best compromise tire I guess, 32.1inch height and you can also get it C rated, less weight, better consumption. Great videos Ronny :)

[@cdngamereh]

That's what I'm moving to as well.. i dont need E rating & the added weight either.

[@peterfitzmaurice1356]

Thanks for this vid Ronnie. I’ve just been through the tyre choice process, after watching your vids the choice was pretty easy. The tyre choice for my old rodeo ended up being some aggressive A/T’s with a smaller diameter than what was on it. 32 down to 31. My rig is much happier now and suits my purpose of being a daily with the occasional trip to the bush.

[@justinjohnson4920]

Thanks for making all of your videos! It’s been immensely helpful for a new off roader like myself. Keep up the good work!

[@lukebrady3728]

Hear hear, I second that ! !

[@grantreed9899]

Gen 2 Pajero gets awesome offroad with 285 75r16 (33's) with 0 offset rims. Took yours and a lot of others advice and went with the razr mt's and my swb is basically a little mountain goat! 🐐

[@j4sp3r66]

I've been running 33x12.50x15 /steel rims on my SWB 2.8 Gen 2 - Cooper Discoverer STT Pro. Great combo and goes anywhere 👍

[@robertoarrastia3009]

Grant Reed you reckon this combo would work on gen 3 wagon? Got 265x75x16 atm.

[@PaletoB]

Really cool visualisation. I saw a cool feature on a tractor steel wheel, the rim edge was rounded back on it'self.

[@callan69]

Im running 285/75/16 MT works great

[@Car-crazy]

I have 265/65R17 (31" ) all seasons on my Prado which is what it came with. So far very happy with them, but once I do a bit more challenging stuff will see how they go. Once they wear up I might go for a bit more aggressive a/t but nothing to crazy. As much as off roading with it I use in snow in winter so I also have dedicated winter tyres (studless) at the same size. Plenty of sidewall allows more flex for shaking off the snow out of the treads better than a low sidewall. Its a big reason I bought the TX and not the higher spec model as that comes with 18 or 19" rims with much thinner tyres.

[@slamboy66]

I don't know why, but I scrolled down real quick to make sure I was SUBBED.

[@megahurts2]

Not going to lie, I've gotten to the point where rock crawling/rock hopping = side by side Long distance general purpose 4x4/overlander/touring = something like the Hilux or Tacoma. Main reason is the cost it takes to make a Tacoma/Hilux into a proper hard core off-roader is about the same as just straight up buying a 2021 Kawasaki KRX 1000. And the KRX 1000 will be less to maintain overall for what you're doing. Hard core off-roading must haves>> 20" of suspension travel front/rear 35-40" tires High range/low range/4WD/Lockers Proper balance so if jumped (as a basic example) you don't nose dive etc sliders/bumper/winch/skids etc Having seen someone throw 20,000$ at a Tacoma and then comparing that to what my dad bought for 20,000 (brand new KRX). You can still do more with a side by side that is stock then a super crazy tricked out truck(partially because of the weight). And I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't driven/experienced it lol. Also most people that wheel really hard, trailer their vehicles to the destination due to the fact that rock crawling usually breaks things...at which point a side by side for the fun you get might genuinely make a lot of sense. Though at the end of the day, drive what makes you smile. And I realize I very much got off on a rabbit trail, but food for thought none the less.

[@garytaylor1903]

Thank you again Ronny. Always so informative. Come overlanding with us in Botswana. Cheers Mate.

[@soscorpio9012]

Here in Lebanon my BF Goodrich All Terrains 31.5 on 16 inch stock rims and suspension. Get me through snow and rocks. 15 psi in snow and 28 on road never ever been stuck. Helps having a 91 pajero coupe though!!

[@paulthompson3304]

One day I would love to visit Lebanon and go to Baalbek and the bekka valley.

[@soscorpio9012]

@@paulthompson3304 welcome anytime

[@slateslavens]

Thanks Ronnie! Early Willys and Kaiser built Jeep CJs - like the CJ2A, CJ3A & 3B, and early CJ5: The biggest issue preventing fitting larger tires is the narrow axle with a comparatively wide frame - there just isn't much room to turn a tire. So the wider you go from the original 6.50-16 tire at about 6 inches wide, the less turning angle you have before you scrub the tire on the springs or frame. The same goes for diameter - the original tires are about 29 inches tall and you can't increase it much before you start scrubbing _well before_ wheel lock. If you're running a stock 16" rim, I wouldn't go larger than 235/85R16. At 32 or 33 inches tall, these are already large enough to compromise the turning radius but provide excellent breakover clearance, especially on long-wheelbase models such as the CJ6, M38 derivative ambulance models, etc. If you're running a 15 inch wheel, I'd stop at a 30x9.5-15. They're about as wide as you can go on manual steering models without making steering nearly impossible while stopped or crawling, and are only a little shorter than the tire above overall. 31x10.5-15s are just a pain in the ass. If you _are_ running stock rims on these older vehicles, remember that you're limited in how low you can drop tire pressure. These rims were designed for tubed bias-ply tires and lack the 'safety rib' just inboard of the bead that was incorporated into tubeless rims. You can mitigate this a bit by using inner tubes in these tires, but this has its own set of drawbacks and still doesn't let you drop pressures as much as you can with a tubeless tire on a proper tubeless rim. The best solution on these trucks is to find stock-size rims _with_ the retention bead for tubeless tires. A more expensive route is to have a new tubeless tire shell fitted to the center disc of your stock rim center, or 'disc'. Remember that these are _very_ light vehicles - as low as 2400 pounds when bone stock. They _don't benefit_ much from crazy wide tires, especially on slick surfaces like snow. Yes, you get flotation, but you need _weight_ to provide traction. Tall skinny tires work great on these old trucks.

[@MrSubmariner76]

NT-NX Pajero goes great with a 3” Lovells lift, airbags in the rear springs and 17”CSA Bandit rims with 32.7” BFG ATs. The biggest issue with the lift is the geometrical alignment on the rear. You’ll need a professional to get that alignment correct. Pajero has better clearance in all three; approach, ramp over and departure angles than say Prado but has independent rear suspension so the rear drive train could be a bit weaker. Loving my lifted NX though.

[@MaxPayne22MaxPayne22]

Hello, I am going to put same tire as you. I have 2"lift already and waiting for 285/75/16 (nearly 33").... Do you need some upgrade on rear axle to do correct aligment? Or just good mechanic with patience??

[@MrSubmariner76]

@@MaxPayne22MaxPayne22 the alignment was adjusted by the mechanic m/fitter. It took extra time and money but it worked

[@stuartrundle5352]

200 series with BFG K02 285/70/17. No noticeable fuel economy change and have done plenty of off/on road km's

[@boymeetsbush8232]

Same here on my 200 I have 285/70/R17 Mickey Thompson ATZ Baja P3

[@uansari1]

Awesome advice…I watched all of your videos on tires before choosing ATs for my Fortuner with stock 18” wheels. My issue is that where I live, Pakistan, getting quality after markets or steel wheels is a major pain, and very costly. So I split the difference and upgraded to larger tires (265/65/18 KO2s). They run 31.5” and are fine for what I do (85% on road driving), but still give me flexibility and peace of mind when dropping pressures off-road. Ideally I wanted 17s with 265/70/17s, but like I said…wasn’t comfortable with the cheap Chinese knockoff wheels that are prolific here.

[@kutuzovm3215]

love an info vid from Ronny any day of the week

[@pauldavies4650]

Prado > 275/70r17 (on +18 offset rim) max legal size. Is very functional off road. Zero scrub or contact on any standard components even in full flex, with a legal 2" lift and bull bar. A little bit of an odd size, but not as uncommon as you may think

[@DASHOffRoad]

Thanks for the shoutout Ronny 🙌

[@Ronny_Dahl]

Thanks for the detailed information mate

[@BigD21541]

Extremely informative video Ronny! Best one I have seen yet. Thank you for making these videos.

[@fm71450]

Thank you. Time well spent!

[@crispinswainstonharrison9042]

Good point. Toyota and Isuzu are going far too low on tyre profile. I changed my Rav 4 from 19 to 17 inch on purchase date.

[@mohammedalmahmood2486]

Thank you Ronny , always very informative and helpful.. The tables you presented are a good reference to always go back to. Greetings from Bahrain , Middle East.

[@frh-freerangehuman]

Great video. Lots of info to digest. I love seeing your vehicles with tires fitted without tire poke out. Not a look a like at all.

[@mohammadbinbishr4924]

I used to take my infiniti qx80 offroading using 305/45R22 and I found it the best way to keep the ground clearance as high as possible and cool grip

[@jamesgillam6478]

MR Triton running 295/70/R17's, in the Ronny hat zone and they go GREAT in the Victorian High Country where I do most of my off roading. I'll likely go 305/70/r17's next but they're definitely not the easiest things to fit at full flex in a Triton haha

[@brianfloster2609]

If it's helpful for anyone with an R50 Nissan Pathfinder most of us in the states are running -19mm offset (to clear front spring perch) 15"-16" wheels and 31"x10.5" or 32"X12.5" tires. 32" requires a good amount of trimming the front bumper/wheel well.

[@jasonpushy]

ronny. all. i’ve got an old school. 105. solid axel. NA diesel. i’m debating between 285/75/16. and 265/75/16. it’s already slow. can definitely fit both. some friends saying. 265. others saying 285. i’m struggling to choose.

[@midas8729]

255/75r17 255/85r16 235/85r16 are underated

[@Overlandlifestyle]

My favorite tire right now is the 255/85 r16 coopers hybrids on my Nissan Frontier d40

[@chrisfanchier2318]

Obviously a much older video, but perhaps some quick shorts from this would be great like the ideal sidewall height!

[@KTMcaptain]

16:51 actually 20" rims with 40" tires work well. Funny thing is that falls right into your earlier recommendation of not exceeding 9-9.5" of sidewall height.

[@craigquann]

Lol. As long as you can fit em on your rig.

[@KTMcaptain]

@@craigquann plasma cutter and a sawzall… I’ll get ‘‘em on a Prius.

[@craigquann]

@@KTMcaptain lol. You gonna jam a LS swap into it to turn those bastards too?

[@KTMcaptain]

@@craigquann I’m thinking a mid mounted destroked small block v8 running 9k rpm and 20psig of boost.

[@sucha603boy]

Another great video with tons of information! I’m in the US and off-road with a Tacoma TRD off-road, it was impressive testing it with the stock 30.5” tires and I’m upgrading to 31.5” all terrains. Wish we had the hilux and many other rigs you have here in the US

[@useryggfdcc]

My 2021 Tacoma TRD 4X4 is now equipped with BFG KO2 265/75/16 and works excellent for hard off-road . Tire height is nearly 32 inches. One inch higher then stock tires.

[@sucha603boy]

@@useryggfdcc that’s exactly what I’m looking at getting. I’m very impressed with the truck in stock form. I went to an off-road park and the amount of trails that I did with stock everything was crazy, with a small lift, tires, and some skid plates you could do alot

[@useryggfdcc]

@@sucha603boy After getting the Taco I lifted it with Bilstein front 6112 and rear with Bilstein 5100 and a ICON AAL. Installed the TRD skid plate after destroying the original factory skid plates on my first serious off roading trail. The Taco could keep up with Jeep Rubicons with a 6 inch lift on 35 inch tires. 16 hrs doing only 20 miles so tuff the trail was.

[@DropTableAdventures]

I'm running Maxxis 980 Bravo A/T in 285x70R17 (roughly a 33) on an '08 200 series. According to my calculations, it's in your hat - which is good. IMO it actually almost looks stock once you up the tyre size like this - makes me wonder if it was originally designed for this size and they were overruled for some other reason like marginally improved fuel economy or better handling... They're pretty chunky for an A/T tyre but don't go as far as being a full-on mud tyre, a bit noisy at highway speeds. With all the gear in, the old suspension was about 1.5-2" lower than stock, it occasionally rubbed a little at the front under full lock - but only in reverse, and only when full lock right. After it's raised 2" it's fine and there's clearance to spare (I did the suspension last - to ensure it was suitable for the added weight from the rest of the gear), so I could go up a bit for the next set. Stock is around 31.5, so I can go up to about 33.5 and it'd still be legal, too.

[@lylemacdonald6672]

My pet peeve here in Canada is the fact car dealers sell 4x4 pickups and SUVs with P rated rather than LT rated tires.

[@cyclemoto8744]

Pretty sure that's the case with most manufactures in all countries.

[@johnphanos1753]

Thanks for the info. I'm looking at ordering a new VX Prado. Toyota have seen fit to upgrade the rims from the previous 18" to 19" for the current series. I've sought advice and will be keeping my 18" rims for the new car.

[@chrislawler3562]

Thanks Ronny my new DMAX with a GVM upgrade come next week with 255/265 r 17 I can go to a 265/70 r17 on the factory steel rims as I plan to travel for 12months. not sure yet on tyres looking at Toyo open country or Falken AT3 thanks

[@tinatpasselepoivre]

It's always funny to see this kind of video when you'r having fun with 135/80 -R15 on 0.5Bar ...

[@dubious6718]

I'm only gonna do touring and plan to get BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 265/70 R 17 121S Already have 17" rims. Stock is 265/65-17.

[@x-antoffroadtrailers7699]

Hi Ronny, it also depends on the type of vehicle. I drive two different 4x4's - Toyota J95 (daily) and Jeep CJ7. Both have the same amount of minimum clearance (measured under the diffs). The Toyota on its standard 265x70x16 (30,6") and the Jeep on 33x10.5x15. Take this also into consideration - how is your vehicle build and what does it take to get a certain amount of clearance.

[@nathanb8721]

Tyre size and factory gearing is also something to think about the swap from say 245/70/16 to 285/75/16 could need the diff gears replaced to restore drivability

[@nathanhickeyhickey8693]

Very informative R.D. much appreciated the time put into this video.. I've experienced Scorpion tyres on my 07 100 series 1HDFTE. Never again .. not a strong enough tyre in the sidewall .. in my opinion ,for this vehicle. This comment is based on Hwy travel not off road.

[@peteoburrito920]

My daily drive tyre on my 79 is a bfg ko2 265/75/16 31” all terrain. But my play or trip tyre is a humho road venture mt71 315/75/16 35” muddy. The difference in off road capability is not even comparable but same goes for the fuel economy. 12L per 100 vs 15L it’s definitely worth having 2 sets of tyres. It will pay for itself in fuel saved

[@robstone4537]

Recently took delivery of a new Prado Kakadu fitted with 19 inch rims and highway tyres, totally useless off road. I bought a second set of 17 inch rims with a slightly wider offset and fitted BF Goodrich KO2’s. I swap between the two sets when I want to go off-road. Regularly driving the vehicle with two separate sets of tyres and being able to compare has given me a good insight of how crap off-road tyres are on road.

[@TheCwag]

ko2 are pretty grate in canada hear with the snow

[@robstone4537]

@@TheCwag I have had KO2’s on previous vehicles, they are really good off road and have good wear, but are very noisy, have poor ride quality and are pretty scary on a wet road.

[@jacokpack01]

Great information. Thank you Ronny!

[@dperk1757]

Another great video with excellent advice 👍

[@badgermetal]

The goal for my little nissan d21 was to keep it cheap so the tires I have are smaller winter tires that came on a set of wheels I got. I went from a 30" tire that was a little wider to about a 27" tire. I didn't like how they looked at first but tbh it drives way better. I was curious how much weight i would save so i weighed both sets. I saved about 9 lbs per wheel when I switched over to the winter tires. The bigger ones look much better but the longer gearing and heavier rotating weight just don't make sense. I think my next set of tires will be a nice set of all terrains on the smaller side because it drives so much better how it currently is.

[@chappysktichen1624]

Great video Ronny, what about Prado 150’s ??

[@DarrenBoxhall]

295/65r20 Perfect Only 11.6 wide instead of 12.5, so mint for sand And I believe just under 8" sidewall. And looks in proportion

[@E10Dude]

W460 g wagon on 32x11.5x15 BFG K02. But i ran 31x10.5x15 for last set all around Australia. Only gone up in size because I've ditched the camper trailer & want to go down slightly more remote & harder tracks!

[@anthonygendron9737]

I really feel for you folks. As fantastic as Australia is I’m so happy I live in a country that doesn’t force me to answer to anyone. I can choose to re-gear put 37” tires on and drive it daily plus hit the trail hard on the weekend.

[@Malc664]

It's good the US became independant from the English. Australia follows the British Westminster system which is very restrictive, repressive. A nanny state country. You have things like the 2nd amendment which will never be in Australia. I think Californa is becoming more like Australia.

[@ScottyP79]

Great advice as always Ronny 👌🏻 Looking jacked 💪🏻

[@lylemacdonald6672]

Nothing gets 4x4 folks into conversation more than which tires are best. For me Cooper Discovery ST Maxx in 255/85x16 for my 2005 Tundra.

[@DaciaProject]

How do find the 255 narrow width versus like a 285? Better in snow?

[@androl2366]

Same here. They are more agressive than other ATs which makes them better in tough terrain. I have them in 2021 Hilux and I have to admit that they are also quite 👌

[@markwinter7511]

This is the exact tyre im wanting for my 105. Presently got 285s but not mad about wide tyres looking for advice on this.

[@cotepierre68]

I have those tires in 255/80R17 on my JKU for the last 2 years. They are perfect for me and won’t change for more popular brand. They are not well known and the underdog in my part of Canada. I don’t know else where.

[@lylemacdonald6672]

@@androl2366 They seem to me to be a hybrid between an AT and a MT.

[@alhadimh0210]

I have a 2018 RAV4 le and I want to put tires on it that combine off-road and highway driving.

[@PUUMBA4x4]

Good video ronny good to see you doing ur old intro and like the subscribe thing. Good info as well

[@toddmillar4041]

D22 Nav running 285/70/16 AT,s. I wanted 75 profile but was scared it would rub as the suspension is sagging. I would have got away with 75,s but need to fix the suspension. This is a good all round combo as the majority of my off road driving is sand and it's fine on road. The bigger profile will put me in a better rev range at highway speeds but I would need low range off road a lot more as I lack bottom end torque.

[@overlandready]

Re tyre weight loads, the two figures are whether it is a single or a dual tyre axle, nothing to do with PSI other than it is the weight that the tyre can take AT maximum psi, which is also stated on the tyre. Do not exceed either of these figures.

[@osmiumgus8025]

HT - on road wet weather safety and braking distance, fuel economy and minimum road noise are the key benefits. One of the magazines did a brilliant AT comparison maybe 12-15 years ago and the Pirelli Scorpion AT performed as well as any of them off road and puncture resistance, and had a great load rating for a ute - but also had by far the best wet weather breaking distance… Goldilocks. Then Pirelli totally changed this tyre. Unfortunate.

[@somedude3423]

I am suprised he didn't talk about braking distance on wet road. This is an important safety factor for any tyre. You can have differences between tyres of more than 20 meters : thats huge.

[@olliehopnoodle4628]

I run 37" tires on 17" rims. Sidewall is king.

[@aulddug3634]

Do you have any advice on gearing ratios, change the ratios in the diffs or transfer box to compensate for the taller tyre?

[@vincentpoole7588]

R/D. Basic touches on this topic are a great way to introduce new 4wd users ! Thought about including qualified tyre industry 'reptiles' in the presentation ? V.

[@michaelbautista5803]

Using 235/85/16 BFG K02 on our Prado LJ78G.

[@terryjongen7299]

where all this gets more confusing is that the tyre profile is affected by tyre width. ie 265/65R18 are 31.6" diameter 285/60R18 are 31.5" diameter. This then effects width and length of foot print.

[@gailmaplesden7380]

A taller tire than stock will reduce your tork and horse power and the more weight you carry will also reduce your performance so you need to find the right balance for your driving needs

[@jamesmoros1274]

Brilliant info mate, cheers.

[@Peter-xtreme]

Another factor to consider that was not mentioned in this video is the legality of tyre/wheel sizes for your vehicle. All fine to say fit 33 inch or 35 inch tyres but legally in many cases you're not able to go beyond 25mm extra in width or height. Just something to be aware of in addition to the wealth of information in this video.

[@Ronny_Dahl]

I did mention that at least once there is a lot of information so you might have missed it

[@TheDackesBadBoy]

@@Ronny_Dahl another question, want to make a video about remoulded tires offroad or do you have any thoughts about them? :) like the Insa turbo k2 :)

[@muddyboots-mac]

very nice content and usefull info. Need your advice my hilux lifted 2in and now with standard size AT tyres 265/65/R17. I used the hilux mostly on road and during the weekend will go for adventure drive to gravel and muddy road. Need your advice, what tyre and rim size should i use so that my hilux looks aggresive. I. have fitted it with bull bar TWI, runva winch, Thanks look forward for your reply.

[@joekool5005]

Great video! Everything depends.

[@furtherupthetrack7583]

Ronny thanks for the video & where are the links you mentioned?

[@afaumisc]

Fantastic explanation.

[@paulcrouchley6289]

Work for a mineral exploration company. Find myself in some really nasty, remote country. Drive a 105 series landcruiser with lift kit, Run 16" x 7.50, 14 ply cross plies as do a lot of prospectors out here. Destroyed quite a few radial at's, muddies etc. Biggest problem is side walls. Just spent a month near Nullagine. No problems at all with the cross plies. Last time, November, destroyed two top rated at's. The nature of my job means I do a lot of bush bashing, no tracks at all. Make my own. Once I have done my bit, the other exploration teams can follow those tracks, or not depending on the advice I give them.

[@headingscrub9035]

Mate you are spot on with the bias ply tyres, none of the tubeless radial “trendy mud terrains” come close as off track tyres. I know I would rather change a tubed bias ply tyre on a split rim out bush than try to fit a tubeless radial 33 inch mud terrain on an alloy rim

[@stetst]

Have you reviewed Tank 300 suitability?

[@itubeyuutube]

Great educational and informative video (as always). This really makes so much sense and be smarter about it... I was thinking going with 235/75R15 on the new Suzuki Jimny... Just for aesthetics ( as I don't do much off roading) .. Now I think the more sensible choice should be 215/75R15 for day to day and then occasional off road/beach should be sufficient.

[@Hackapoid18]

235/75 is great on the Suzuki’s but you will need reduction gearing. 215 is the best size without getting gearing 👍

[@tanyamukhia4866]

Great editing!

[@mouradgalal1]

You should come n visit Egypt do some off road here u will enjoy

[@sergedacunha6028]

I just discover your KZbin channel and this video as well. I own a Discovery 5 with tuff ant rims (18) and BFG KO2 265 65 18. What is the lowest pressure you think I can apply. Best regards your videos are top notch.

[@themagician7734]

What are your thoughts on running P instead of LT tires on midsize trucks and SUVs?

[@RedesCat]

Let's just all agree that skinny tyres are way better

[@THEROADSMITH]

Yep just look at all motorsports everywhere there always trying to get the rules changed to a skinnier and smaller tyre. And they would know;)

[@kollinsendall1]

DuraTracs 285/75/16s here on a FJ Cruiser

[@snirkravmaga]

I would love to hear about the Nissan Patrol Small Brother - Nissan Terrano , I have 2005 . and in Israel / Europe it is a very cheap & very veryy Good off road, but I never saw no one talks about it ... or the Isuzu trooper .

[@savagelouie7007]

Where can I get that tank top? Greetings from Texas!

[@gailmaplesden7380]

Unless you go with a big brake kit you can go with a 15 inch wheel and a taller sidewall on your tire

[@orenkipnis7058]

Excellent as always

[@bamboozle999]

Good vid, thanks. I have a n80 Hilux 2 inch lift. Mainly used for overlanding, not much hardcore off-road, but some. I can only get hold of 16s and 18s (was looking for 17 ideally). In this case, which size would you choose? 16 or 18? Cheers

[@cullenschofield26]

I love you and your content

[@mohamedalihebboul2214]

Big Hi Ronny, very nice video, but I've got only one question : Do larger tires affect vehicle mileage between oil changes for example?

[@EARTHROMR]

Interesting video, I think your missing a fair bit of vital information though. If your Hilux has 265/65/17 as standard, and your now running a 33(12.5 at a guess) then unless you leave it standard ride height, your vehicle will be illegal in WA as it's now 31mm higher due to the sidewall difference. Add a 25/50mm lift, and you have increased your roof heigh by more than the 50mm allowed(unless you do a lane change test, get a mod plate) And the generalisation that only solid axle vehicles can do "real offroad" is complete garbage

[@jcqrdw]

instant subscribed! 👍👍👍

[@talk2leo]

Is that Goldilocks zone the same for a 15” rim? I have a Jimny with 215/75/15 BF Goodrich AT’s.

[@gen1c8rs88]

161.25mm sidewall is almost the minimum for me, for your vehicle weight👍 Also a 152.5mm/6inch to 229mm/9inch(35×12.50r17) sidewall hight is the ideal range of sidewall height for touring/moderate off roading.

[@Hackapoid18]

215 is a great size for the Jimnys.

[@carolyndavis4517]

you forgot about running bald 750/16 truck tyres if you want to go straight through the scrub. ive seen station owners collection old bald tyres for this

[@mtojo8]

thanks Ronny I'm fairly new on 4x4 offroading apart from me on an adventure bike I am learning a lot on your vids can I ask about your hilux what is that plastic sheet that covers the side of the body what is it called? Is it only available in Australia or can it be also available here in the Philippines? TIA cheers mate