[TripleE]

Before getting my Zeons, I was quite interested in making the 32" size fit because I really wanted more aggressive tread on the tires that I'd only be using once or twice a year (go big or go home right?). After realizing that the big problem would be the spare fitting underneath I ended up with the 285/60/18 LTZ (31.5") - a great choice as everyone here is using them and they are a proven tire for our Sports.
I am very happy with my purchase, though I have realized that perhaps there was another option. Get the more aggressive 32"s for all four corners and just use the 31.5" as the spare. :think: It might have a little limp getting home, but probably stay fairly capable. I may try this option when I need new tires in, oh, 15 years. I'm sure there will be plenty more options by then though.
Just my thoughts for someone who might want to try it. :thumb:

 

[TripleE]

You're right, they're definitely going to rub more, how much is too much? I can't say. Some of the LR3 guys have mentioned that with the modified sensor rods, this is negated (how, I'm not sure, maybe the new rods don't let the tires stuff as much?). What got me thinking about it were the pictures from Birdseye Gulch on http://www.traildamage.com. The major obstacle is a mud pit and there are a lot of pictures of "mud slicks". :lol: I really might have tried the Goodyear MTRs if I had thought about it sooner, no real loss though.

 

[TripleE]

i'm on the verge of getting modified rods.

Me too actually. I want to see them on some more Sports and I'll probably take the plunge. I think I would only use them for off-roading. Since I typically only see myself doing any real off-roading at the Rallies or other large events, I would just rather install them once I get there, do my thing, and take them back off before driving home. Of course when this rig is retired to off-road duty only, that is another story, maybe someone will offer springs by then. :wink:

 

[TripleE]

Nice, can't wait to see it! Someone at the Rally thought I had the rod mod; it was quite the compliment.

 

[TripleE]

Those are some interesting thoughts! If I am not mistaken, a few of our European counterpart vehicles do have smaller brakes, so while they may have been equipped with the smaller wheel package, it may be due to having smaller brakes also. That's good news from DC, as the Goodyear MTRs (19") were first only available overseas and after a few years they made it to our shores; hopefully DC will follow suit in an applicable size for us!

 

[TripleE]

do you think the 31.5" LTZ's are holding you back?

Yes.

:lol:

 

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Bob said he'd give me a 10% discount. :lol: