Sorry, but Another Tire Size Question

I understand that the OEM 265/65-17 size is the largest tire you can fit without a lift kit. What’s not clear is whether the rubbing is caused by the larger diameter or a wider tire or both. Is rubbing on the front a lock-to-lock front issue only. Can you go any wider on the back without rubbing?.

275/60-17s, for example, are a half of an inch smaller in diameter but are a half of an inch wider. Will they fit on the front? Will they fit on the back?

 

So you are saying 275/60-17s won't fit on the BACK ONLY without rubbing?

 

Yes, but I am not sure about the 275's you asked about.

 

Thanks for the response.

The closest thing on the back seems to be the brake lines and they are well farther than 1/2 inch. I understand the front can be more difficult to judge but I don't see a 1/2 inch smaller diameter tire rubbing even if it is 1/2 inch wider.

Does anyone know for sure?

 

I've test drove one with 275/70/16 with no rubbing.

 

You keep talking about front versus back. I am pretty sure that, because you have a 4x4, you have to run the same size on the front and the back.

 

Good point. I understand the ABS brakes can sometimes be affected if front and rear tires are not the same but is this also the case with a 4X4?

I understand you guys are trying to help but keep in mind I'm also asking if anyone has tried a tire that is 1/2 inch smaller in diameter and 1/2 inch wider on both the front and back.