I would like to know more about the alloy wheels on my Jeep
weight, width vs the stock steel wheel
i am planning to get new tires and am looking for a wider profile which I hope will improve road coprnering and would like a suggestion for tire size.
when I originally bought the jeep in 2002 new it came with the alloy wheels and P245R70-16 all terrain tires
since I dont go off road I would like to get the most out of highway performance
2- have a interminant steering prob. sounds like it needs lubrication at times when turning slightly not clearance but feels like something needs grease. this is more of a nusence than anythjing
thanks
nick
I am assuming that you have a Laredo based on the stated tire size since 2002 Grand Cherokee Limited and Overland both came with 235/65-17.
2002 Grand Cherokee Laredo came with either 225/75-16 or 245/70-16 (Plus 1 size is 255/60-17, Plus 2 size is 255/55-18) Plus sized tires would require new wheels. For 16 inch wheels, you are already at the widest tread (245 mm) that will keep your numbers correct. When Plus sizing, you need to ensure the overall diameter remains relatively constant and that you maintain clearance with the wheel well (especially for the front wheels in turning). In general, as the wheel size goes up, the "unsprung" weight increases. Additionally, if you live where it snows, you want a skinnier tire width as the wider tires tend to float on top of the snow (think dune buggy).
For specific tire and wheel weights, check out TireRack.com
The tires & rims that come with your vehicle are designed to meet all the specs of your vehicle. When you change sizes and styles, you then need to get the computer re programmed with the tire changes you have made. It affects your speedometer, your transfer case, your fuel (mpg) and the performance of the engine to the wheals. Also you can damage your transmission and rear end. So my advise is to buy a high end tire that meets origional specs. Look at the Toyo's they are great tires, great performance and no alterations are needed. Pluss they look cool as hell so try that
http://www.treadepot.com/
check this site out and call them, they have better deals on the phone and have fricking great prices on tires.
Let me know how it goes.
tepfy
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call the tirerack.com, they are the best around for info like this, I could suggest but tires and wheels are not really something we offer advice on much.
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