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265 70 16 tire as spare?

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by 4ast4orward, Jul 9, 2022.

  1. Jul 9, 2022 at 9:22 PM
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    4ast4orward

    4ast4orward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Just got a free 265/70/16 Firestone destination AT tire to use as a spare. I'm running 265/75/16 wildpeaks, will there be any issues using this spare don't wanna grenade my differential.
     
  2. Jul 9, 2022 at 9:24 PM
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    Bishop84

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    If you do have to install it, put it on the front and don't engage 4x4.

    Even if its on the rear for 50 miles it will be fine as a temporary measure.

    That said I wouldnt bother swapping the spare out even if its an AT unless its the correct size.
     
  3. Jul 9, 2022 at 9:25 PM
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    OldSchlPunk

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    Small lift, slightly oversized tires, well...
    Don't get a flat.
     
  4. Jul 10, 2022 at 1:01 PM
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    4ast4orward

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    Ok gotcha ill keep searching for the correct tire size. Is it the weight of the tire that would throw everything off I was under the assumption if the height is correct then it would work?
     
  5. Sep 10, 2022 at 7:48 PM
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    4ast4orward

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    So i managed to get a brand new BFG rugged terrain 265/75 R16 TA for $20 on offer up to match my wildpeak 265/75 R16 AT, will this work as a spare even though the BFG is a TA?
     

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