Tyre upgrade help!

[srbsma]

Hey guys, I'm looking at buying my first ever set of brand new tyres. Up until now i've always replaced the odd one or 2 if needed but now I have the cash to get a new set.

Im hoping to get some BF goodriches or anything similar, I like the look of the white logo/writing on the side.

My current size is 215/80 R15 but i feel the current ones are undersized and I could go a size bigger. I don't really understand the sizing system. Plus i cannot find my current size on the Goodrich website.

I occasionally go offroad, so I am looking at All terrain tyres. Hopefully I'll do a bit more when I get the right tyres. Especially in the snow!

Pics: My current tyres: (My truck is not lifted - totally standard)


The sort of design i'm after:


My old truck, I can't find these tyres in my size anywhere:



Edit: I'm looking at some sites and thinking of possibly getting some cheap new wheels too. Potentially a set of these
http://www.4x4tyres.co.uk/4runner-su...el-p-5069.html
or
http://www.4x4tyres.co.uk/4runner-su...el-p-3678.html

How would I convert the size to find out what tyre size would fit?

[shokenore]

The wheel itself should have some markings on it, these will then enable you to get an idea of tyres available.
Something like a 31x10.50x15 imperial or 265/70/15 metric ?

Hopefully an adult will be along shortly to confirm?

[wishbone]

The sizes Shokenore posted will both fit the standard surf. 31x10.5x15 are a little bit bigger than the265/70x15 tyres so should be the ones to look for.

Your wheels are not standard so you need to have a look on the back of them to get the size and offset. Standard surf wheels are 15" x 7" with \ small offset that I can't remember right now - have a search and you'll find it.

Try this place if you want a wheel and tyre combo his prices seem very competitive.

Best other tyre places I've found are camskill and devon 4x4.

Rob.

[Black Sheep]

31 x 10.5 will fit standard surf wheels. I had Bf Goodrich A/T on my old 2nd Gen and highly recommend them.

[Dobbslc]

Mmm I would like a set of those for my 3rd gen in 16" black.
Cheaper than getting the old wheels refinished too.

[srbsma]

i could potentially get bigger wheels. going from my current 15 to a 16 as there seems to me more options for 16" wheels. What sizes will fit my arches on a 16" wheel?

[srbsma]

So I went and bought the 16x7 wheels with 0 offset. My old tyres are 215/80 R15 so could I essentially just upsize to 215/80 R16? Will they fit the arches?

Sorry for the noob questions. It's my first time with all of this!

Pic: my new wheels. Not bad for £135 and free postage!

[wishbone]

265/70 x 16 is pretty close to stock 31" tyres

265/75 x 16 may be nearer to a 32" and rub a bit.

[charvell]

What tyres are you going for

[Dobbslc]

Can we have some pics please when you fit the wheels?

[srbsma]

Going for some grabbers or BFs hopefully.
Will definitely post pics when fitted.

[srbsma]

265/70 x 16 is pretty close to stock 31" tyres

265/75 x 16 may be nearer to a 32" and rub a bit.

Will 265 be too much for a 7" wheel? Mine are currently 215 on a 7".

[wishbone]

It's been a long time since I ran standard tyres, but I'm pretty sure standard 2nd gen surf tyres are 265/70 x 15, but some came with a 31x10.5x15 'upgrade'

So yes 265mm wide tyres will be normal for a surf. (I think some early 'narrow body' surfs ran smaller wheels but not sure)

Why did you buy new wheels ? - You only needed to check the size and offset of your original ones.

[mickyod]

I think he got new rims because he has gone to 16" for more tyre choice?
Could of just stuck some 31s on the 15s though and saved a couple of quid..

Mike

[wishbone]

I think he got new rims because he has gone to 16" for more tyre choice?
Could of just stuck some 31s on the 15s though and saved a couple of quid..

Mike

Yep but he was looking for 16" skinny tyres that are a couple of inches narrower than the standard surf wheels. 31.10.5x15 tyres are abundant and cheap.