In the next week or so, I'm stepping down from 33/12.50R15's. I'm trying to decide between the 275/70R17's and the 285/70R17's (BFG KO2's). Fortunately, I can find a metric ton of 285 photos, but not many 275 photos. I would truly appreciate it if any one rolling on 275/70R17's could post a few pictures. Thanks.

 

I had cooper at3's in 275/70-17 and they were very small. I have KO2's in 34x10.5-17 and they are small too. I would think KO2 in 275/70-17 would also be undersized.

 

"I had cooper at3's in 275/70-17 and they were very small. I have KO2's in 34x10.5-17 and they are small too. I would think KO2 in 275/70-17 would also be undersized."

Holy Cow! What's the lift on that bad boy?!

 

275/75/17 stock without Leveling kit.


275/70/17 vs. Stock


275/70/17 with Teraflex Spacer kit

 

Thanks a lot! I really appreciate that! You've definitely helped me make up my mind.

 

? Why go from a 15" to 17" wheel if you're not adding bigger brakes or tie rod? You will have more sidewall with the 15's.

 

My commute has increased in distance and added a substantial increase in high speed highway driving. I need better highway and high speed handling. I'm dropping almost 1.5" of sidewall, almost 2" of width & 3/4" of diameter. Also going from steel 15x10's with a -1.5" offset to aluminum 17x8.5's with 0 offset. I know it's not exciting, but it's life with a wife and 6 & 4 year olds. In about 2 years, I'll have enough saved up to get that 3rd commuter car, but until then...

 

Entertain the thought of getting stock X / Sport takeoffs for commutes and swap out to aggressive tread when wheeling. Keep your 15"steel wheels and future tires go there. Takeoffs should be inexpensive rather than buying new. OEM will get better mpg and comfort too.

 

No lift 1" front spacer for rake

18/60 springs