Tire help for OBX stock rims

[Puddle Jumper]

Can anyone tell me which would likely look “larger” or more aggressive, or at least their recommendations between the two. Mostly Highway use. More for aesthetics. I am concerned about installing the 285’s because the rim size says 8, and I know the OBX is 7.5.

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[M Redwood]

i would run the bfg with no issues on stock rims at all . both about same size bfg maybe 1/2 inch wider and aesthetically more desirable look for a bronco...

 

[prospectfour]

Can anyone tell me which would likely look “larger” or more aggressive, or at least their recommendations between the two. Mostly Highway use. More for aesthetics. I am concerned about installing the 285’s because the rim size says 8, and I know the OBX is 7.5.

Most people here would point you to the KO2 being the best looking tire, and no argument there.

That being said, the Cooper seems like it'd be the fit for highway use. Which one you choose depends on what your priority is. KO2 will look the best in your driveway but the Discoverer will feel the best on the highway. The good news is there's plenty of pictures here of both tires installed on your OBX.

The road noise and handling reviews are always subjective based on the driver.

 

[BroncoScott]

Can anyone tell me which would likely look “larger” or more aggressive, or at least their recommendations between the two. Mostly Highway use. More for aesthetics. I am concerned about installing the 285’s because the rim size says 8, and I know the OBX is 7.5.

275/70r18 is going to look bigger because it is bigger. As for more aggressive, probably the K02.

The first number 285/275 relates to the width of the tire. The second number 65/70 relates to the height.

 

[Puddle Jumper]

275/70r18 is going to look bigger because it is bigger. As for more aggressive, probably the K02.

The first number 285/275 relates to the width of the tire. The second number 65/70 relates to the height.

Thanks! This is what I needed to see

 

[NovaScotia2021]

Picked up my OBX today and got Coopers installed at the dealer. Totally worth it. Changed fhe look.

 

[Puddle Jumper]

Picked up my OBX today and got Coopers installed at the dealer. Totally worth it. Changed fhe look.

Looks great! Congratulations

 

[Busyboy19]

Picked up my OBX today and got Coopers installed at the dealer. Totally worth it. Changed fhe look.

What was the size you went with?

 

[prospectfour]

Picked up my OBX today and got Coopers installed at the dealer. Totally worth it. Changed fhe look.

Absolute upgrade! Ford should have shipped the OBX with a tire like this from the factory.

 

[Wraithracing]

We have matching Broncos!

Although your's looks tougher than mine thanks to the better tires! Congrats!

 

[Pressurized]

I know this is an older post... But all of the 285/65R18 tires are E rated and I wouldn't put those on a relatively lightweight Bronco. At least in the 275/70R18 size you can get a more suitable load rating with the General Grabber A/TX.

https://www.tirebuyer.com/tires/general/grabber-a-tx/p/TV121088844

 

[NovaScotia2021]

What was the size you went with?

275/70R18… 285 may have fit but honestly, i don’t think they look small or undersized in the least. I was parked beside a non sas black diamond yesterday and my truck looked significantly larger. It adds height to the vehicle and brings together the look.

 

[tfishmandesign]

275/70R18… 285 may have fit but honestly, i don’t think they look small or undersized in the least. I was parked beside a non sas black diamond yesterday and my truck looked significantly larger. It adds height to the vehicle and brings together the look.

Did you need to add any lift / level to fit the 275 / 70 R18? Any rubbing? Thanks

 

[NovaScotia2021]

No rubbing and no lift required.. I didn't want to get into a lift. I just wanted better sneakers on it and the 275s did the trick without a lift. My dealer gave me credit for the factory tires so it was like a $1,000 transaction for five tires installed when I picked up. Not a harsh ride at all.

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