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What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really lik

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What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really lik

What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really like the 20" rims and want to keep them but it is my understanding with the Quadra Lift you cannot lift it. With that being said, is there an All terrain tire I can fit on there? And does it matter that it won't be the same size as my fake-me-out full size spare? What is coming on the vehichle is a 265-55-20 Goodyear Foterra tire. I really want something like the 275-50-20 Firestone Destination A/T... Any options? I can't find anything so far that would fit.
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

But will they fit without lifting the car? Also, what do you do about not being able to have the same size spare? Can you use a spare that is so different in size? I have talked to two tire guys and they both say stay with what it comes with. I really don't like the street tire look. I am more of an offroad person and would prefer the 275-55's. I have to give the dealer my answer by morning. I really appreciate any and all input.
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

But will they fit without lifting the car? Also, what do you do about not being able to have the same size spare? Can you use a spare that is so different in size? I have talked to two tire guys and they both say stay with what it comes with. I really don't like the street tire look. I am more of an offroad person and would prefer the 275-55's. I have to give the dealer my answer by morning. I really appreciate any and all input.
It is recommended your spare be the same circumference as your other tires.

Does that have a lift on it?
They should. I believe the WK2 in the picture has quadra lift and is in OR I mode in the pic.

Do you know what type of tire that is?
THey are nitto grapplers, if i remember correctly
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

I too would love to know the "widest" 20" tire that will fit without rubbing when lowered all the way?
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

If I am not too late...

The pic has 275/55r20s on it, it is a QL Jeep, not sure which setting it is pictured in. Those tires measure 31.91 x 10.83. The owner indicated no issues (rubbing) when driving in the "normal" setting, not sure about park mode though.

The factory tires measure 30.52" x 10.43" (regardless of 17", 18" or 20" rim). The factory spare is the same OD (30.52") but narrower (9.65"). I think on mine it is a 245/65r18.

Lots of off-road looking tires in a 275/55r20 - Pirelli Scorpions, BFG Rugged Trail, Yokohama Geolander, Nitto's, etc.

You are right, you cannot permanently lift the QL - there are people talking about "kits" to "trick" the airbag system but nothing yet.

Also, you should have as close to the same OD in your spare as possible. Other threads exist that discuss this and it appears that with removing the bins you can fit a 32" OD tire in the spare wheel well. However, the width is where problems arise.
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Im running 285/50s on Srt8 reps with no rub on QL. I think there are some people running the same size on the oem 20s with no issue.
 
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Anyone running 285 45 22's w/o QL

I saw a you tube link with a set of 285 45 22s Terra Grapplers mounted on 2012 WK2. My question is if anyone knows if this size will fit w/o rubbing on a Laredo X. I was thinking of running my SRT reps year round...(currently running 265 40 22's in the summer)... but instead of the Nitto Grapplers I was thinking Blizzaks DM-V1's for the Chicago winter. Any ideas?? I vinyl wrapped my stock 18's in satin black and mounted those for the season...but don't really like the look. (Small)
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Pictures?
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

See my thread "She was born an overland" for more pictures
For reference here is his thread, started in Aug 2012: http://www.jeepgarage.org/f14/she-was-born-a-2012-overland-46531.html

Some nice pics there. His mods include:

Oracle halo lights and LED fogs, srt8 steering wheel, K&N CAI, factory reproductions 20X10 wrapped in Hankook Ventus ST 295/45/20. Dark trim swapped with gc4x4, corsa catback with WK2 exhaust tips (I know someone is shaking his head right now lol) from upnort392 and srt8 shift knob from scottina06.
He also has caliper covers.

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At full lock I have slight rubbing with my 275/55r20 ltx ms2 tires in sport mode and lower. In sport mode it is just the felt. I wouldn't go any bigger.
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Hello All,
Has anyone given the new-ish BFG KO2's a try yet on a QL Grand Cherokee? 275/55r20s specifically... I have seen in their specs that they run 1/10 of an inch smaller than standard OD for that size (31.81 instead of 31.91) which doesn't sound like much with with how hit or miss this tier size on a stock QL, it could be the difference. What do you think the best wheel offset would be for that size?

Thanks!
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Hi BobbyCraig,

Yes, I just had BFG AT TA K02 275/55/r20's installed three hours ago on my 2013 JGC (5.7L Hemi) Overland with skids and they do NOT rub at all even in park.
Pics please these seem to be best tire for this vehicle. Couple people have said light rub, others none. If only entry/exit not worried really.
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Thanks Old Grisly for the quick reply!

They look awesome, huge upgrade from the forteras. Looks like the pictures are taken with QL in standard height... is that correct? if you think about it after a few days of driving around let us know how its going! I read in a few other forums that backing up with the wheel slightly turned has caused some light rubbing with this size (not specifically the KO2s). really any drive time feed back would be much appreciated.

Thanks again!
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

yes, I run in standard height most of the time, that pic was standard height. I tried the backing up and forward again, both directions full over, no rub. Even over bumps, I detect no rub. I think you would be good to go with these.

They are not cheap and les schwab had to special order them but they do such a great job mounting balancing, dealing with any issues, etc, I use them all the time.

I just don't know why pics are upside down! I flipped this upside down on my computer then attached/uploaded it, its still upside down on the forum!
 

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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Also, While driving home from getting tires mounted, I paid attention to steering - tighter as new tires would give you, less noise actually, we will see as they wear off, and handling was flatter, not as much moosh while turning. These tires are much tougher/thicker/stiffer than the fortress so that makes some sense as well.
 
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Interesting that a taller sidewall tire can be stiffer for corners. Good to know! I really want some 275/55r20's with the snowflake symbol so I can go through passes in the winter. It's the K02's or Duratracs...
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Hi Old Grizzly,
Hope you are still glad with the tire choice! Any notable updates after having them on the road for a few weeks? I have a set "in the cart" ready to order, just doing my last bit of due diligence.

Thanks again for sharing your experience,
Craig
 
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BobbyCraig,

I love them. very much better handling, moosh while turning is minimized, noise is a bit less and pitched lower? Make sure to check 'em out just before they mount them, they are so wide, impressive.

You will love them.
 
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Re: What is the largest tire I can get on a WK2 Overland w/ 20" rims and QL? I really

Thanks for posting the pics Old Grisly. Those KO2's sure look good on your Jeep. What PSI are you running? I noticed they have a max inflation of 65 PSI.
 
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Im running about 38 psi right now, but I think I'm going to take them up to 42 psi to get a bit stiffer. Nice thing is that tire has such a wide range to choose the best ride. I am kind of amazed at how much these stiff sidewalls are affecting the handling, but still have more "de-mooshing" to go.
 
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