Which tire size? Looking into 34” or 35”

[Mc5601]

I’m thinking about going to larger tires but not sure about ride or mpg - truck has 2” level. I just sold my raptor and purchased a 22 tremor and honestly the tremor ride is smoother than my raptor. Im a bit scared to go to a 34 or 35 inch tire if that means I lose the ride quality.

Also, those running 34 or 35s, what is your current mpg and how much did you lose? I put about 25k miles per year on my truck so don’t want to take a huge hit. My 22 raptor got 17 on the Highway so I would assume the tremor would be similar or better

 

[captain lead foot]

I’m thinking about going to larger tires but not sure about ride or mpg - truck has 2” level. I just sold my raptor and purchased a 22 tremor and honestly the tremor ride is smoother than my raptor. Im a bit scared to go to a 34 or 35 inch tire if that means I lose the ride quality.

Also, those running 34 or 35s, what is your current mpg and how much did you lose? I put about 25k miles per year on my truck so don’t want to take a huge hit. My 22 raptor got 17 on the Highway so I would assume the tremor would be similar or better

If your concerned with ride quality could consider getting a load range D which would probably help. I put on load range E 34” and definitely didn’t help with ride quality, fuel economy went down a little not by much. I average around 15L per 100km (sorry I’m Canadian)

 

[FTLBS]

Tire weight is a major factor too (not just diameter). The tires that came on your Tremor only weigh 46 lbs. I’ve considered getting 315/70R17 Raptor or Bronco tires just because they are a lighter weight C rating. Not as good for payload and towing though.

 

[captain lead foot]

Tire weight is a major factor too (not just diameter). The tires that came on your Tremor only weigh 46 lbs. I’ve considered getting 315/70R17 Raptor or Bronco tires just because they are a lighter weight C rating. Not as good for payload and towing though.

Don’t forget flat protection if he plans on doing tremor things

 

[Bannerman]

Don’t forget flat protection if he plans on doing tremor things

This is the big one. I have E rated on both my little Toyota’s because long ago I grew tired of changing C and D rated tires on the side of the trail.

 

[High_Country]

I’m guessing if the OP’s chief concerns are ride quality and MPG (and aesthetics) then trail performance/flat protection isn’t a consideration. (Could be wrong of course). Like nearly all modifications, it’s a compromise in what you really want to achieve and what you think is important.
I’m in @Bannerman ‘s camp - I have e-rated tires on our 4Runner and have given up mpg and ride quality on-road so I have better factor of safety off road. I’ll have e-rated on the truck too - for both toughness off road and load capacity.
I’m eyeing the Cooper AT3 in 285/75/18. This is ALMOST a 35” tall tire at 34.83” but narrower than all the 295’s, 305’s, and up (saving some weight and rolling resistance). E rated. 60lbs a tire I think.

 

[Bannerman]

I’m guessing if the OP’s chief concerns are ride quality and MPG (and aesthetics) then trail performance/flat protection isn’t a consideration. (Could be wrong of course). Like nearly all modifications, it’s a compromise in what you really want to achieve and what you think is important.
I’m in @Bannerman ‘s camp - I have e-rated tires on our 4Runner and have given up mpg and ride quality on-road so I have better factor of safety off road. I’ll have e-rated on the truck too - for both toughness off road and load capacity.
I’m eyeing the Cooper AT3 in 285/75/18. This is ALMOST a 35” tall tire at 34.83” but narrower than all the 295’s, 305’s, and up (saving some weight and rolling resistance). E rated. 60lbs a tire I think.

I'll look into those. I run Toyo AT III 255/80R17s on both my Tacoma and 4Runner, mainly for the (relatively) lighter weight. The Toyo AT III 285/75R18s are 65 a pound, so 5 heavier than the Coopers. I reeeeally like those AT III's though....

 

[High_Country]

I run 255/80’s on our 4Runner as well (Cooper ST Maxx) - great size for that vehicle.
There are quite a few tires available in the 285/75/18 size. Plenty of popular choices.
I think I’m maturing out of the phase where I want (or think I NEED) aggressive mud terrains. A good AT pattern will do good for me and give me better road manners and longevity as well.

 

[Bannerman]

I run 255/80’s on our 4Runner as well (Cooper ST Maxx) - great size for that vehicle.
There are quite a few tires available in the 285/75/18 size. Plenty of popular choices.
I think I’m maturing out of the phase where I want (or think I NEED) aggressive mud terrains. A good AT pattern will do good for me and give me better road manners and longevity as well.

Totally agree, I don't really think anyone needs mud terrains other than a dedicated trail rig.

 

[b-real]

I've always had a hard time finding tires 34" or larger that are an offroad design that are not load range E. I would personally prefer a load range C or D from a comfort standpoint, but I dont want to run a street tire.

 

[FTLBS]

Find some raptor take offs. 34.4” diameter, 12.4” width, and a C rating. This seems like a good way to go if you don’t mind the C rating. @Rxm488 installed some Raptor take offs with a 2.5” level and it looks great (in my opinion)

 

[TremorTX13]

Was getting 17 MPG stock for first 1000 miles and then added level and 35x12.50 and now down to 15 MPG. Have MT and E rated tires, but only drive 10-15k miles a year so def aesthetic decision.

Looks great, but any modification will impact a vs stock drive comparison. Like others mentioned, what your main use is and willingness to lose a little comfort level are, everyone is different.

I don’t regret lift/tires, but would be lying to say it feels like a stock truck. Best of luck with decision and congrats on your new ride!

PS Added pics of stock vs level/35s side by side to compare the two

 

[IconicTremor1]

Was getting 17 MPG stock for first 1000 miles and then added level and 35x12.50 and now down to 15 MPG. Have MT and E rated tires, but only drive 10-15k miles a year so def aesthetic decision.

Looks great, but any modification will impact a vs stock drive comparison. Like others mentioned, what your main use is and willingness to lose a little comfort level are, everyone is different.

I don’t regret lift/tires, but would be lying to say it feels like a stock truck. Best of luck with decision and congrats on your new ride!

PS Added pics of stock vs level/35s side by side to compare the two

What offset wheels are you running? I'm looking for this setup but can't find the answer one what fits successfully.

 

[RLJ111]

If you're worried about the ride, I wouldn't install a 10 ply tire on the Tremor. And it's hard to find a bigger tire that's not a 10 ply. My wife hates the ride quality now, with the 10 ply tire. I'm going back to stock wheels, and a 295/70/18 in the Nitto Recon Grappler, in a non 10 ply tire.

 

[Aliass24]

If you're worried about the ride, I wouldn't install a 10 ply tire on the Tremor. And it's hard to find a bigger tire that's not a 10 ply. My wife hates the ride quality now, with the 10 ply tire. I'm going back to stock wheels, and a 295/70/18 in the Nitto Recon Grappler, in a non 10 ply tire.

I just installed 315/70/17 nitto recon SL versions on my wife’s bronco and it’s smoother than the stock c rated bfg’s.

 

[FaKtor34]

Nitto is one of the few companies to produce the larger tires in a c or lower rating, the reason is because most people who run the larger tires need stout sidewalls to prevent punctures so most companies don't fool with trying to build a thinner sidewalls tire.

 

[TremorTX13]

What offset wheels are you running? I'm looking for this setup but can't find the answer one what fits successfully.

Fuel 20x9 +19 offset

 

[Hamiltonsteve]

My first wheels and tires I ran 17" black rhino rokus +12 offset and bfg 35s with very minimal rubbing on hard lock in reverse.

I changed to 18" fuel blocks with +1 offset and I couldn't run my 35 bfgs, I ended up having to run toyo at3's 305's.. kinda dissatisfied with the toys but oh well.

The rubbing ofc is much worse on the toyos. But I got really sick of the bronzed looks of the rokus.

I have a 2" rough county leveling kit on it.

 

[Bannerman]

My first wheels and tires I ran 17" black rhino rokus +12 offset and bfg 35s with very minimal rubbing on hard lock in reverse.

I changed to 18" fuel blocks with +1 offset and I couldn't run my 35 bfgs, I ended up having to run toyo at3's 305's.. kinda dissatisfied with the toys but oh well.

The rubbing ofc is much worse on the toyos. But I got really sick of the bronzed looks of the rokus.

I have a 2" rough county leveling kit on it.

I love the Toyo AT 3s. Performs better than the BFGs I’ve had in the past.

 

[CTurner4975]

If you're worried about the ride, I wouldn't install a 10 ply tire on the Tremor. And it's hard to find a bigger tire that's not a 10 ply. My wife hates the ride quality now, with the 10 ply tire. I'm going back to stock wheels, and a 295/70/18 in the Nitto Recon Grappler, in a non 10 ply tire.

Ordering these now for the slightly larger tire than stock without a lot of added weight. Let me know how your experience has been, please.