Tall and skinny tire time.

[Dover157]

Made a trip to the Ferrier today to get some new shoes installed on the Bronco. Went for the Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T in size LT255/85/R17. Really fills out the wheel wells on the non sas BD only 100 miles on them so far so not sure how big a hit I’ll end up taking in MPG. Had them set at 30psi until I get a chance to chalk test and they are definitely firmer than the grabbers but not horribly so. Only issue so far is trying to adjust the Speedo with forscan. No matter what I set from 2718 all the way up to 2850 it’s still showing 3-4 mph faster than actual speed. Even made sure to update all my software and drivers. Did the relearn on the PCM and AWD. No DTC’s showing but I just can’t find the right size to punch in. Am I missing a step somewhere?

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[BroncocnorB]

Great look. Tall and skinny IMO much better looking than big fat tires poking out way beyond where they have any right to be. Also much prefer having speedo read UNDER actual speed. I use my phone as heads up display for my real speed anyway. Not sure where you live but skinny tires +1 in snow

 

[redone17]

Go much lower. I found 2589 (4% lower than the calculator) which was 2698 was the sweet spot for 285/75 and that’s 33.9. You’re at 34.6 (108.7”/2713mm). Try 2604.

I found it weird that Procal uses revs per mile instead of circumference.

 

[JT58Bronc]

Nice, I also much prefer this look as opposed to tires sticking out beyond the fender flares. Very functional too.

 

[Mikey1287]

It's like super skinny chicks or fat chicks. I prefer something in the middle
Nice looking setup though.

 

[rguest3]

I went with a 285/75/18 (Taller than Sasquatch Tires) on a +12 Polished Wheel. I also do not like the Tires to stick out past the Fender Flares.

EDIT: Tire pressure is set to 32/30.

 

[mcinfantry]

Made a trip to the Ferrier today to get some new shoes installed on the Bronco. Went for the Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T in size LT255/85/R17. Really fills out the wheel wells on the non sas BD only 100 miles on them so far so not sure how big a hit I’ll end up taking in MPG. Had them set at 30psi until I get a chance to chalk test and they are definitely firmer than the grabbers but not horribly so. Only issue so far is trying to adjust the Speedo with forscan. No matter what I set from 2718 all the way up to 2850 it’s still showing 3-4 mph faster than actual speed. Even made sure to update all my software and drivers. Did the relearn on the PCM and AWD. No DTC’s showing but I just can’t find the right size to punch in. Am I missing a step somewhere?

What are the measuring mounted? (Height)

 

[Dover157]

What are the measuring mounted? (Height)

Not sure, couldn’t find my tape measure when I got home lol. Will be checking that later today.

 

[JZZ]

Made a trip to the Ferrier today to get some new shoes installed on the Bronco. Went for the Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T in size LT255/85/R17. Really fills out the wheel wells on the non sas BD only 100 miles on them so far so not sure how big a hit I’ll end up taking in MPG. Had them set at 30psi until I get a chance to chalk test and they are definitely firmer than the grabbers but not horribly so. Only issue so far is trying to adjust the Speedo with forscan. No matter what I set from 2718 all the way up to 2850 it’s still showing 3-4 mph faster than actual speed. Even made sure to update all my software and drivers. Did the relearn on the PCM and AWD. No DTC’s showing but I just can’t find the right size to punch in. Am I missing a step somewhere?

Sweet made the same switch year and a half ago, you will probably see about 1 to 1.5 reduction in fuel economy if your counting but spm go way up. Ride wise definitely a little stiffer since it is a LT tire I noticed it most on any road that is washboard in the rear (perfect excuse to upgrade coilovers) road noise marginal change, as far as air pressure I settled on 32 if you do the calculation bases on weight I got 28 MT recommended 43 but when I did chalk test I was only using like 5 inches and at 32 it still was like 6.5 on 9.8 tire in closing no regrets would buy again just keep them rotated regularly

 

[Twister22]

It’s really all about wheel offset!

 

[Beach_Bum]

Sweet made the same switch year and a half ago, you will probably see about 1 to 1.5 reduction in fuel economy if your counting but spm go way up. Ride wise definitely a little stiffer since it is a LT tire I noticed it most on any road that is washboard in the rear (perfect excuse to upgrade coilovers) road noise marginal change, as far as air pressure I settled on 32 if you do the calculation bases on weight I got 28 MT recommended 43 but when I did chalk test I was only using like 5 inches and at 32 it still was like 6.5 on 9.8 tire in closing no regrets would buy again just keep them rotated regularly

Your Bronco looks good. Next, you need to address the front/rear bumpers. Raising the steps will also help.

 

[lakesinai]

I went with a 285/75/18 (Taller than Sasquatch Tires) on a +12 Polished Wheel. I also do not like the Tires to stick out past the Fender Flares.

EDIT: Tire pressure is set to 32/30.

Love the car art! Nice job.

 

[Aonarch]

Very nice!

 

[JZZ]

Your Bronco looks good. Next, you need to address the front/rear bumpers. Raising the steps will also help.

Yep totally agree just finished RCI skid plates rock sliders next then upgrade for coilovers rear bumper for sure no hurry on front if I ever f—- it up then

 

[meckshome]

Have been looking at these tires/size. Would it be possible to get a picture head on?

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