31's or 33's for 4"lift - Ford Explorer Ranger Enthusiasts "Serious Explorations"®

05-14-1999, 08:04 AM

Hello all,
I'm was planning on a 4" superlift kit with 31x10.5 A/T's but I'd like to go with the new 33x 10.5 size. Would these limit my suspension travel or turning radius?
Thanks
J.B.

05-14-1999, 09:28 AM

It's all a question of fit. I have 33x12.50s on my 4", but most have to lift to 5.5 to get 33s on.

Also remember that your center of gravity will change with lift and taller tires. If you go taller you should increase your track with wheel offset and tread contact width with wider tires for stability. 33x10.50s will fit on 7" stock wheel with standard offset, but that may just make you a candidate for a rollover. Also with any 33s you will still have to re-gear to 4.10 or 4.56.

Just food for thought.

I'm not familiar with the 33x10.50s. Is this a new BFG size or another maker? I have a 33x9.50 as a spare.

05-15-1999, 09:08 AM

That size is a new BFG A/T KO. They have a number of odd sizes now. Check the thread on "new goodrich tires" for details.

Do you have any problem with tire rub at full stuff, or a tight turn?

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05-14-1999, 08:04 AM	#1
forbyfiev Unregistered Posts: n/a Vehicle Specs	Hello all, I'm was planning on a 4" superlift kit with 31x10.5 A/T's but I'd like to go with the new 33x 10.5 size. Would these limit my suspension travel or turning radius? Thanks J.B.

05-14-1999, 09:28 AM	#2
j Unregistered Posts: n/a Vehicle Specs	It's all a question of fit. I have 33x12.50s on my 4", but most have to lift to 5.5 to get 33s on. Also remember that your center of gravity will change with lift and taller tires. If you go taller you should increase your track with wheel offset and tread contact width with wider tires for stability. 33x10.50s will fit on 7" stock wheel with standard offset, but that may just make you a candidate for a rollover. Also with any 33s you will still have to re-gear to 4.10 or 4.56. Just food for thought. I'm not familiar with the 33x10.50s. Is this a new BFG size or another maker? I have a 33x9.50 as a spare.

05-15-1999, 09:08 AM	#3
forbyfiev Unregistered Posts: n/a Vehicle Specs	That size is a new BFG A/T KO. They have a number of odd sizes now. Check the thread on "new goodrich tires" for details. Do you have any problem with tire rub at full stuff, or a tight turn?