'02 XLT - How big can I go w/o mods?

[rugger0215]

I'm a new reader, for a '02 XLT, how big of a tire can I go without making any modifications.
Read some other posts regarding tire size but could not find any info. They seems to stop with '01.

 

[Blee1099]

Welcome to the site.. I don't think anyone has really attempted it on a 3rd generation Explorer.. The only thing I recommend doing is finding a Jeep or a Ranger with larger tires and try fitting them and see if you rub when you turn.

 

[jonzzie]

I have an 02 explorer and have the same question. let me know when you find out.

 

[mrtommytcd]

I just put on 255/70/r16. 235s are stock. The tech told me that a 265 would fit, but would rub the struts and cause a whole lot of problems. In fact, he told me that if it fit without problems, he'd give them to me for free. No luck . Anyway, the 255s are pretty aggressive and pretty damn sexy if you ask me!

 

[A1C_Snowman]

There are several people on here running 265 70 16's without rubbing issues. 31x10.5x16 is approximately the same size, but is a little wider and may rub.

 

[DarkStone]

There are several people on here running 265 70 16's without rubbing issues. 31x10.5x16 is approximately the same size, but is a little wider and may rub.

will 265/70/17's work with issue?

 

[abarkl]

My '03 EB has 245/65/17s which are stock.

 

[misconceived]

I need new pics....

here we go again...265/75/R16
They only rub if I have the wheel turned all the way over and I'm on a hill. They DO NOT rub any suspension components. All that rubs is the plastic inside the fenderwells, which I am too lazy to tie back.: They are Kumho Venture Mud Terrains.