15's or 16's- the eternal question?

JPM · Post by **JPM** » Tue Jul 31, 2012 2:48 pm

So the new project has begun, and I've got a ********* full two inch lift kit on the way!!

I'll need to put new tyres on the vehicle once lifted, and I have the option of either 15" or 16" wheels. Only, I don't know which way to go?

I've heard opinions for both, but I'm wondering if anybody can help to convince me to go either way.

Tyres are going to be A/Ts, and I'm hoping for slighty oversize tyres to provide additional lift!

Comments invited...

Jayd

stilson · Post by **stilson** » Tue Jul 31, 2012 4:54 pm

Providing the 15s clear the brake calipers on the front they would be better in every respect offroad.

B00sting · Post by **B00sting** » Tue Jul 31, 2012 5:07 pm

I bought 15s for the selection of offroad tyres. 13/14 selection is rubbish by comparison. and 16 is a little too big for my liking.

YouTube · Post by **El_Freddo** » Wed Aug 01, 2012 9:15 pm

Depends on the type of vehicle for this application. As stilson has said, the smallest rim that fits over your calipers will be the best - but with this said if you've got a tyre diametre in mind like a 29 inch tyre for arguement's sake that's only available on a 16 inch rim then you really don't have an option.

I've got 27 inch tyres on a 14 inch rim - this gives me a great footprint when I air down - my tyres have more wall height than what I think Venom and Dulagarl have - it takes me longer to air up due to this.

Cheers

Bennie

Post by **Alex** » Thu Aug 02, 2012 1:22 pm

theres a bajillion more tyre options in 15inch & 16inch compared to 14inch, but there are more options for a 16inch rim (and cheaper) than a 15inch rim....if that makes sense haha.