R215 tires too small?
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R215 tires too small?
I got my 95 Cherokee Sport used, with the stock suspension, and it has R235 tires on it. I'm ready for new tires, and the door sticker says R215! If I put the model in the online tire store searches, they suggest R225s... What's best for daily driving? Is there a reason NOT to get the manufacturer's recommended R215?
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I got my 95 Cherokee Sport used, with the stock suspension, and it has R235 tires on it. I'm ready for new tires, and the door sticker says R215! If I put the model in the online tire store searches, they suggest R225s... What's best for daily driving? Is there a reason NOT to get the manufacturer's recommended R215?
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stick with the 235's
little tip if you havent bought them yet..............check out a ford dealer ther is some 235/75/15's GY wranglers on sale less than $80
little tip if you havent bought them yet..............check out a ford dealer ther is some 235/75/15's GY wranglers on sale less than $80
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Why?
I appreciate the advice, but it would be nice to know WHY you recommend 235s instead of the standard. Better handling? Load? Mileage? Did Jeep just get it wrong? Is it because that's what everybody does?
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there taller, bigger is better
the 235 stand about 29" tall and the 215 is about 26-27''ish
the 235 stand about 29" tall and the 215 is about 26-27''ish
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It's for looks mostly, higher load rating, and more ground clearance. 215/225s look goofy IMHO and are going to net you a little bit better milage than the 235. I'll sacrifice the mpg for looks any day, within reason of course.
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