Tire Upgrade ?

[mkg]

Looks like the 275/70/18 SL Nitto Terra Grappler G3 are available now, as another member posted installed pictures. I think they will be a great option!
Nitto Terra Grappler G3

 

[Stage7]

Anyone else running the new Nitto Terra Grappler G3 275/70R18 with some side shots and different angles?

 

[mkg]

Anyone else running the new Nitto Terra Grappler G3 275/70R18 with some side shots and different angles?

Check out the link for the thread.. there are more pictures and the owner was happy to provide others.

 

[mountaindesert]

Looks like the 275/70/18 SL Nitto Terra Grappler G3 are available now, as another member posted installed pictures. I think they will be a great option!
Nitto Terra Grappler G3

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Are they 3peak rated?

 

[jleff]

New shoes today Falken AT4W 265/70/18 SL load range

Have any pics where you can see the side of the vehicle too? I have a black LC, looking at making the same upgrade

 

[jleff]

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What size? and any rub at stock height? looks awesome

 

[TrailWhale]

Are they 3peak rated?

Yes.

Terra Grappler G3 | All-Terrain Light Truck Tire | Nitto Tire

Our latest and most advanced Grappler, with all-terrain versatility plus 3PMS-rated all-weather capability.

www.nittotire.com

 

[Fangdang25o]

Very similar here, 285/70/17 but ET +25 on the wheels.

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This thread is amazing! Going for 17x8.5 +25 and lookin to do 285/70/17 as well. Just confirming you were able to fit a same size spare underneath?

 

[TumaloCruzer]

This thread is amazing! Going for 17x8.5 +25 and lookin to do 285/70/17 as well. Just confirming you were able to fit a same size spare underneath?

I was able to fit both the Nokian Outpost nAT and Toyo Open Country III in 285/75/17 in the spare spot, but just barely. You could check the actual diameter of the tire you're looking at compared to the two above. Also obvious, but you'll lose some clearance underneath in the back with the wider wheel and tire. But I'll be getting a bumper with swing out for the spare when available anyway.

 

[Kevin]

Question: I have a 1958 Edition that came with Yokohama Geolander X-CV tires in 245 70 R18. There are very limited tire choices in that exact size, but plenty of options in 255 70 R18. Is it possible to switch from 245 --> 255? Are there any cons to that?

Also, any idea how good these tires will be in a snowy Minnesota winter?

 

[trek805]

I think your options get much better if you bite the bullet and go with 265 70 18's. This is size that comes on LC LC and FE models. Thats what I did and most options are very good on pricing.

 

[Kevin]

Would that require buying new rims? Or would the rims with the 1958 work with 265 70 R18?

 

[Amoeba]

Would that require buying new rims? Or would the rims with the 1958 work with 265 70 R18?

I have this exact same concern. Hopefully someone can answer it.

 

[Markarian421]

I'm pretty sure 265/70R18 would be find on the 1958 wheels, but best to confirm with someone who has already done it. I' think I've seen some folks here who have?

 

[Markarian421]

Yes, here we go, a few examples of 265/70R18's on 1958 rims:

1958 Has Arrived

2024+ Land Cruiser Ice Cap Photo Thread

Tire Upgrade ?

Etc.

 

[SOCAL250]

Is there a difference in the structure of a 1958 and FE. If I get +18 offset will it poke out more on a FE than a 1958? I thought it was same.

 

[Gasherbrum]

I have this exact same concern. Hopefully someone can answer it.

I replaced the 245's on my 1958 with Firestone AT2's in 265/70/18 and there are zero issues - you can use your stock wheels. This is the OEM tire size on the LC and FE trims so no rubbing or poke, the speedo is likely off a 1 or 2 MPH but that's not an issue for me.

Don't know why Toyota used the 245 size on the 1958, there are virtually no replacement options. Many options (100+) in 265/70/18 and your truck will definitely look better with that size.

 

[Kevin]

Yes, here we go, a few examples of 265/70R18's on 1958 rims:

1958 Has Arrived

2024+ Land Cruiser Ice Cap Photo Thread

Tire Upgrade ?

Etc.

Thank you! I was hoping to run 255 70 R18 Michelin Defender LTX tires for Minnesota on-highway traction, which worked well for me in the past. Looks like they will work just fine.

 

[trek805]

I had zero issues running stock 1958 wheels with 265's. Looked great!!

 

[trek805]

But I just went to bigger wheels for a nicer look with KMC's