How big is too big?

[VMan]

I just joined and this is my first post so be gentle. I searched but could not
find anything on this. I have Bridgestone Dueler REVO AT's on my F150 and
could not be happier and was looking at a set for my 01 AWD V. All I can
find is some 225/70-15 at tirerack that appear to have been discontinued
as I do not see them on Bridgestone's website, and the 225/75-15 that appear
to be their replacement. My question is this, for a stock V, does anyone have
any experience with this size? Will it cause rubbing or undue stress on my
drivetrain? I am only looking to Off-Road maybe 10% or less and then nothing
extreme. I just like the tire. If anyone has a suggestion for one similar that
may be a better fit I would very much appreciate any and all input.

I must say this is an awesome site!

P/S - I saw a brief posting on another forum but am somewhat concerned
with their experience with this size tire.

[Black Pearl]

Don't know anything about your problem but welcome to the forum. Someone here will probably be to answer your question. Good luck with the hunt.

[2RedV's]

I just joined and this is my first post so be gentle. I searched but could not
find anything on this. I have Bridgestone Dueler REVO AT's on my F150 and
could not be happier and was looking at a set for my 01 AWD V. All I can
find is some 225/70-15 at tirerack that appear to have been discontinued
as I do not see them on Bridgestone's website, and the 225/75-15 that appear
to be their replacement. My question is this, for a stock V, does anyone have
any experience with this size? Will it cause rubbing or undue stress on my
drivetrain? I am only looking to Off-Road maybe 10% or less and then nothing
extreme. I just like the tire. If anyone has a suggestion for one similar that
may be a better fit I would very much appreciate any and all input.

I must say this is an awesome site!

P/S - I saw a brief posting on another forum but am somewhat concerned
with their experience with this size tire.

Welcome!

PM OSX2000. I believe he has a similar size tire. 225's may be too wide without a lift kit or slight mods to the inner fenderwells.

[clsixspeed]

my 215's are close to rubbing, but i like being more safe then sorry... 225's would be risky in my opinion.

[headknocker]

my 215's are close to rubbing, but i like being more safe then sorry... 225's would be risky in my opinion.

Really? The 215/70/15's on my '98 V aren't even close to rubbing. I know someone on Bing's site(HondaSUV.com - Honda Ridgeline, Fit, Acura RDX, Pilot, CR-V, HRV, Element - Information on ownership opinions, accessories reviews and forums (http://www.hondasuv.com)) ran 225/70/15's on his 1st gen V for awhile without any kind of alterations. He said he rarely had any trouble with rubbing. The improvement in curb appeal was dramatic.

I'm still debating if I should stick with 215/70's the next time or go a little bigger with the 225/70's.

[clsixspeed]

Really? The 215/70/15's on my '98 V aren't even close to rubbing. I know someone on Bing's site(HondaSUV.com - Honda Ridgeline, Fit, Acura RDX, Pilot, CR-V, HRV, Element - Information on ownership opinions, accessories reviews and forums (http://www.hondasuv.com)) ran 225/70/15's on his 1st gen V for awhile without any kind of alterations. He said he rarely had any trouble with rubbing. The improvement in curb appeal was dramatic.

I'm still debating if I should stick with 215/70's the next time or go a little bigger with the 225/70's.


I'm running 215/55/17's... on a 8" wheel.

i have about a half inch around all things that could touch.
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