Will these tires fit? - Land Rovers Only

JamesVee · 03-23-2006, 12:00 PM

Two months ago I ordered some 245/75/16 Dayton Timberline M/Ts. They were on back order then, and still on backorder now. Today, after hearing they were/are on backorder for another three weeks I changed my order to a 265/75/16 Dayton Timberline M/T. I've since cut my front spoiler, and expect a lift by the end of this summer. Will these 265's fit a stock DI with the front spoiler cut off?

From Our Tire Information Thread:
32" Tires
265/75/16: possible to fit without lift. minor rubbing.

This is the specs from the Dayton Website:
MT265/75R16
Tire Diameter: 31.9"
Tire Width: 10.5"
Rim Width: 7-8"

John C · 03-23-2006, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesVee

Two months ago I ordered some 245/75/16 Dayton Timberline M/Ts. They were on back order then, and still on backorder now. Today, after hearing they were/are on backorder for another three weeks I changed my order to a 265/75/16 Dayton Timberline M/T. I've since cut my front spoiler, and expect a lift by the end of this summer. Will these 265's fit a stock DI with the front spoiler cut off?

From Our Tire Information Thread:
32" Tires
265/75/16: possible to fit without lift. minor rubbing.

This is the specs from the Dayton Website:
MT265/75R16
Tire Diameter: 31.9"
Tire Width: 10.5"
Rim Width: 7-8"

You have to push out the rear fenders a bit and slightly trim the inside of the air dam (tires will touch when turning the wheel).

stevenr · 03-23-2006, 12:07 PM

They will not fit wihtout a lift. Even if you cut you will not be able to go off road at all without tearing up aluminum when you articulate. Since you bought them, just keep them until you lift your truck later in the summer. You will definately need to adjust your steering stops as well.

-Steven

roverX · 03-23-2006, 12:18 PM

265/75/16's are 31.6" They will NOT fit without the lift. Even with 2" - 3", you will still need to trim. If you don't, like Steven said, you might tear up the body - or in my case...split the tire! Search dweeb's tech section for some pics of proper trimming. Make a template first so both sides match. Mine look like crap but then I cut 'em on the trail with a cordless sawzall...

I did not adjust my steering stops b/c when I am offroad I want that extra 1/2" or so...yes the tires sometimes rub but going 1/2 mph isn't going to hurt them when turning under tight conditions. Just learn to adjust your onroad driving accordingly.

Disco Mike · 03-23-2006, 12:48 PM

James,
Do you have a D1 or a DII?
My DII with a 3" lift will handle the tires without trimming but I did give the steering stops a halh a twist to stay off of the radius arm on hard turns when off the road.
D1's will require a lift and trimming if you are going off the road, 245's slip right in with no problem.
Mike

John C · 03-23-2006, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by roverX

265/75/16's are 31.6" They will NOT fit without the lift. Even with 2" - 3", you will still need to trim. If you don't, like Steven said, you might tear up the body - or in my case...split the tire! Search dweeb's tech section for some pics of proper trimming. Make a template first so both sides match. Mine look like crap but then I cut 'em on the trail with a cordless sawzall...

I did not adjust my steering stops b/c when I am offroad I want that extra 1/2" or so...yes the tires sometimes rub but going 1/2 mph isn't going to hurt them when turning under tight conditions. Just learn to adjust your onroad driving accordingly.

I must have a magical Disco then, mine don't touch.

Let me rephrase my first post, they will fit if you push out the fenders but you won't be able to wheel the truck. Once you get your lift you'll be able to take it off-road.

roverX · 03-23-2006, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by John C

I must have a magical Disco then, mine don't touch.

Let me rephrase my first post, they will fit if you push out the fenders but you won't be able to wheel the truck. Once you get your lift you'll be able to take it off-road.

LOL! With a 2" lift I had to trim the rear fender/quarter panel to stuff the 265/75/16 MT's. It ain't purty b/c it was done on the trail...

roverX · 03-23-2006, 01:41 PM

A few more...

John C · 03-23-2006, 01:56 PM

I think the MTs will stick out a bit more (the lugs). But you are right, if wheels w/o a lift the tires will touch, I just thought he wasn't going to wheel the disco till he got his lift.

John C · 03-23-2006, 01:57 PM

X, instead of spending your money at petting zoos why don't you invest in a pair of sliders or something ...

stevenr · 03-23-2006, 02:23 PM

X - You seriously need some sliders.

Disco Mike · 03-23-2006, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by John C

X, instead of spending your money at petting zoos why don't you invest in a pair of sliders or something ...

John,
I think Steven has decided to spend some of his money on his truck, between brakes and u-joints, the animals at the petting zoo are going to starve.
Mike

roverX · 03-23-2006, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Disco Mike

John,
I think Steven has decided to spend some of his money on his truck, between brakes and u-joints, the animals at the petting zoo are going to starve.
Mike

You're all bastards! The whole lot of ya! LOL!

Actually, I'm in the middle of getting a new business off the ground. Once it is on solid footing I will be getting sliders and diff guards. I know, I know, it's something I should have done a long time ago but with 3 kids, life happens!

keptin · 03-23-2006, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Disco Mike

John,
I think Steven has decided to spend some of his money on his truck, between brakes and u-joints, the animals at the petting zoo are going to starve.
Mike

LMAO!

Bene · 03-23-2006, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by stevenr

X - You seriously need some sliders.

too late

03-23-2006, 12:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
JamesVee Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 112 Gallery: 0	Will these tires fit? Two months ago I ordered some 245/75/16 Dayton Timberline M/Ts. They were on back order then, and still on backorder now. Today, after hearing they were/are on backorder for another three weeks I changed my order to a 265/75/16 Dayton Timberline M/T. I've since cut my front spoiler, and expect a lift by the end of this summer. Will these 265's fit a stock DI with the front spoiler cut off? From Our Tire Information Thread: 32" Tires 265/75/16: possible to fit without lift. minor rubbing. This is the specs from the Dayton Website: MT265/75R16 Tire Diameter: 31.9" Tire Width: 10.5" Rim Width: 7-8" __________________ Check out my websites: Family Trophies and Africa Pictures

03-23-2006, 12:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
stevenr Steven Ratajczyk Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cleveland, TN Posts: 155 Gallery: 0	They will not fit wihtout a lift. Even if you cut you will not be able to go off road at all without tearing up aluminum when you articulate. Since you bought them, just keep them until you lift your truck later in the summer. You will definately need to adjust your steering stops as well. -Steven __________________ Steven Ratajczyk '99 Disco 1 with stripes

03-23-2006, 12:18 PM	#4 (permalink)
roverX Elephantitis penisitis Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 5,439 Gallery: 0	265/75/16's are 31.6" They will NOT fit without the lift. Even with 2" - 3", you will still need to trim. If you don't, like Steven said, you might tear up the body - or in my case...split the tire! Search dweeb's tech section for some pics of proper trimming. Make a template first so both sides match. Mine look like crap but then I cut 'em on the trail with a cordless sawzall... I did not adjust my steering stops b/c when I am offroad I want that extra 1/2" or so...yes the tires sometimes rub but going 1/2 mph isn't going to hurt them when turning under tight conditions. Just learn to adjust your onroad driving accordingly. __________________ What? Is this where I'm supposed to write some profound statement that boggles the intellect of the genius that you think you are? Why would I waste my time with that when I can be getting free lap dances from your sister AND your girlfriend at the same time?

03-23-2006, 01:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
roverX Elephantitis penisitis Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 5,439 Gallery: 0	A few more... Attached Thumbnails __________________ What? Is this where I'm supposed to write some profound statement that boggles the intellect of the genius that you think you are? Why would I waste my time with that when I can be getting free lap dances from your sister AND your girlfriend at the same time?

03-23-2006, 01:56 PM	#9 (permalink)
John C 4x4 Adventure Gear Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tappan, NY Posts: 1,175 Gallery: 0	I think the MTs will stick out a bit more (the lugs). But you are right, if wheels w/o a lift the tires will touch, I just thought he wasn't going to wheel the disco till he got his lift. __________________ John C 1996 DI - 3" AG lift 1995 DI - Scorpion Racing Extreme Kit 1991 RR - parting out (few parts left) 1990 Kawasaki KL650B Tengai 1989 Kawasaki KLR650

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03-23-2006, 12:48 PM	#5 (permalink)
Disco Mike Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Parker, Colorado Posts: 5,771 Gallery: 0	James, Do you have a D1 or a DII? My DII with a 3" lift will handle the tires without trimming but I did give the steering stops a halh a twist to stay off of the radius arm on hard turns when off the road. D1's will require a lift and trimming if you are going off the road, 245's slip right in with no problem. Mike

03-23-2006, 01:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
John C 4x4 Adventure Gear Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tappan, NY Posts: 1,175 Gallery: 0	X, instead of spending your money at petting zoos why don't you invest in a pair of sliders or something ... __________________ John C 1996 DI - 3" AG lift 1995 DI - Scorpion Racing Extreme Kit 1991 RR - parting out (few parts left) 1990 Kawasaki KL650B Tengai 1989 Kawasaki KLR650

03-23-2006, 02:23 PM	#11 (permalink)
stevenr Steven Ratajczyk Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cleveland, TN Posts: 155 Gallery: 0	X - You seriously need some sliders. __________________ Steven Ratajczyk '99 Disco 1 with stripes

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