FX4 Lariat (2” Level) with Falken Wildpeak A/T-4 255/80/R17 on Icon Rebound 17x8.5 +25

[303R27]

I am putting a 2” level kit next week and already had the wheels/tires so figured I would try them out on stock. I was surprised how well they fit; there is just a slight bit of rubbing on the fender liner at full lock, I can easily live with it until it is leveled.

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[AUME1996]

How much poke do you have? How’s the ride with the E rated tires?

Looks great!

 

[303R27]

There is a little bit of poke, will probably need to bolt on some mud flaps. TBD on ride quality. This is my first set of pizza cutters but I've had a few sets of E rated Falkens over the years, different sizes on different platforms, all had a decent ride.

 

[Alaska Steve]

I have a Lariat FX4 with stock wheels and 255/70/r18 wildpeak a/t4w’s and they don’t rub at all. They are the same* diameter as yours (32.1”).

*correction - yours are an inch taller. The 2in lift you are planning should fix that.

 

[Alaska Steve]

Its because of the offset. To clear large tires you want to get as close to the control arms as possible without rubbing.

Well, it is close… finger space close…

 

[jeffers]

I have a Lariat FX4 with stock wheels and 255/70/r18 wildpeak a/t4w’s and they don’t rub at all. They are the same diameter as yours (32.1”).

I think his size are a true 33" tire

 

[Alaska Steve]

I think his size are a true 33" tire

Yup… it looks like I erred when I posted earlier

 

[jeffers]

For people who want the easiest offroad mod for the FX4 these size tires with a leveling kit makes the truck a whole lot more capable. Previous gen Tacoma guys have been doing 2" lifts with 255/80R17's for a long time.

 

[303R27]

I'm new to Ford but I've done a few different wheel\tire size combos over the years on Toyota\Lexus and found taller and skinnier work best for me here in CO. Just a few miles on this setup but everything feels pretty good. The new 4's do feel better than the 3's on highway at speed. The wheels aren't light but no vibrations and everything feels balanced\true. Wish I could do a Dobinsons stage 2 but will have to live with a level for now.

 

[garyo]

I am putting a 2” level kit next week and already had the wheels/tires so figured I would try them out on stock. I was surprised how well they fit; there is just a slight bit of rubbing on the fender liner at full lock, I can easily live with it until it is leveled.

 

[garyo]

She be tight in the garage! Looks great! Still waiting on my build date…

 

[Ford Motor Company]

I am putting a 2” level kit next week and already had the wheels/tires so figured I would try them out on stock. I was surprised how well they fit; there is just a slight bit of rubbing on the fender liner at full lock, I can easily live with it until it is leveled.

Thanks for sharing this picture of your Ranger, Bruce! We hope you enjoy your truck.

 

[303R27]

She be tight in the garage! Looks great! Still waiting on my build date…

Yes it is! But at least it is safe from predators! Lol

Hope all goes well with your build!

 

[303R27]

Thanks for sharing this picture of your Ranger, Bruce! We hope you enjoy your truck.

Thanks! Hat's off to you guys; I think you knocked it out of the park with this platform! And I hope I am saying the same thing in 10 years!

 

[garyo]

Yes it is! But at least it is safe from predators! Lol

Hope all goes well with your build!

Thanks and yes, safe in the stable! Looking forward to seeing pictures with your 2” level. I have mine from fordrangerlifts.com already. Getting ready… lol. Enjoy your truck!

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