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Thank you for the quick response!!
You'll probably have minor rubbing at full lock. A wheel spacer may be needed, but I think the 18s have enough clearance/offset to not need them.
at the 235/60/18 the overall diameter comes in at 29.1, should i be worried? i know everyone says 28.4 fits well..
I could go 225/60/18 but want the extra width in the 235. Decided on the Yoko Geolandar a/t
 
at the 235/60/18 the overall diameter comes in at 29.1, should i be worried? i know everyone says 28.4 fits well..
I could go 225/60/18 but want the extra width in the 235. Decided on the Yoko Geolandar a/t
A 225 would definitely fit better and probably have no rubbing. The extra 10mm width is minimal; that's 1cm. If you're worried about fitment, go with the 225.

I'm running 235/65-17 which is 29" and they have minimal rubbing at full lock. If you go with 29.1" you'll have more rubbing, but still minimal. I wouldn't expect any noticable traction differences between 225 and a 235.
 
Has anyone tried 235/60 R16 tyres AT tyres. Unfortunately this is the only size available locally that is closest to the original 225/55 R18 that I have presently.

Will these fit without any rubbing. I am concerned about the width since these are wider than standard size.
I have original Jeep Steel wheels in the 16 Inch 6.5 J size which I would use for the 235/60 R16 tyres.
 
I have the Trailhawk. Since you only have a little rubbing and the Trailhawk sits an inch higher, do you think I‘d get away with the same size (235/65r17) and no rubbing?
Btw, stock Trailhawk sits on 235/60r17 here in Germany… There seems to be a little room left….
Most of my rubbing is on the front/rear of the fender liner. So no, being higher won't help with that. However, if you go with a smaller spacer, you probably won't have as much or any rubbing. I was running 1.5", so I'd try 1.25" or even 1".
 
Most of my rubbing is on the front/rear of the fender liner. So no, being higher won't help with that. However, if you go with a smaller spacer, you probably won't have as much or any rubbing. I was running 1.5", so I'd try 1.25" or even 1".
I was thinking of no spacer at all? Since it’s the same width as my stock size (235), it should be fine, right?
 
I'm planning on running 225/70/16's on my Compass Sport. Wrangler SR-A's. They'll be here next week so I'll report back. I don't really anticipate any issues. The wheel wells are massive with the current 215/65/16's.

As for fuel economy, it really depends on your driving habits. If you do a lot of city driving, you'll likely see a bit of a MPG drop off - but really not that noticable. A lot of highway mileage and you likely wont notice at all.

There's plenty of studies on this subject. I can't post links yet or i'd send one over.
Hey I have a 18 compass and I’m giving it a 2inch lift and wventually doing a new suspension to how I’m pretty sure I have a 225/65 17/18 I think how much bigger you think I could go cause I wanna put some beefy off-road tires to give me a bit more clearance
 
I changed my tires for the first time after purchase. I had 215/65/16 and was looking for better grip and stability.
Finally found 225/70/16 and they fit perfectly as per tested and used for almost 4 days now.
There is noticeable difference in comfort and grip along with better ration of tires to the body frame.

I hope this becomes useful for someone looking for similar change.
 
Has anyone tried 235/60 R16 tyres AT tyres. Unfortunately this is the only size available locally that is closest to the original 225/55 R18 that I have presently.

Will these fit without any rubbing. I am concerned about the width since these are wider than standard size.
I have original Jeep Steel wheels in the 16 Inch 6.5 J size which I would use for the 235/60 R16 tyres.
I am on 235 70 16 without lift.
 
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