The general rule of thumb is a two tyre sizes (25 to 45) goes with a 2 inch lift. The easiest way to get some lift is rear heavy duty bump stops such as sumo spring brand, and coil helpers on the front,...asuming a VW has coils. Most vans do. These are just rubber or poly rings you place between the coil. Saves you getting serios work done. I spent $4000 getting heavy duty rear leafs and coil/struts on the front to get a 2-3 inch lift...allowing me to fit 4wd tyres. I was going to get BFG All Terrain ...but they were on back order...so I got Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs which are a chunky all terrain, and better in the wet.
Hi Darren, we talked about these tyres as fitted to my Merc Sprinter at the Stratford upon Avon Overlander campervan Show recently, so impressed you went ahead and had yours fitted. They are the Dogs!!
Hi Darren! I have BFG's but have raised suspension front and rear...overlander look and feel...hope your well and maybe catch up in our Vans in the near future? 👍 Paul
Hi mate. My tyres are tiny bit bigger so rub a bit more than yours. You should look at sumo springs for the front. Apparently it improves the ride no end. And it will stop that sag into the corners. 👍🏻👍🏻
@@ScoobieDee just checked. They are the same actually. But I’ve since learned that the lwb is actually lower out of the factory. To keep centre of gravity lower. I’m lifting mine 2” and sumo springs.
Hi, i’ve just seen these tyres on ebay with alloys and they are only 225/75/16 not 245’s. Im reckoning they are not as wide by 2cm so would that be better to stop rubbing when turning for my van? Its the sprinter 2008. Its exactly the same body im thinking.
Hi Darren, I have a Fiat Ducato so it is not exactly the same but have the same tyres but on alloys, but I have been able to run with much lower tyre pressures as they have a stronger side wall, it gives you a much softer ride so you don't rattle your teeth out over bumps but I just wonder whether this may also reduce the rubbing you will have to try it see, on the speedo difference I found that on the original tyres the speed was under but with the 16" it is actually spot on, maybe they were designed to have 16" P.S why did you decide not to have the white lettering outside ?
hi Malcolm , Thanks for the info , what pressure do you have in your tires. I forgot to ask what pressure the guy put into mine at the depot, I guess 60 psi... they are smoother than the other tires though due to having more tire/ more air. I prefer not to have the white lettering showing as I like the matt black look. best Darren
Can someone please educate me. If the tyre is bigger than standard (ie the tyre is turning LESS often to cover the same distance) then why would you "lose a mile or two per gallon"? If the wheels are turning less often, then you should be getting marginally BETTER miles per gallon surely.
@@cambellevans9945 there would be an optimal speed that would be advantageous I’m sure but you would be mechanically disadvantaged outside of that sweet spot- if it happens to be your open road cruise speed and you live on the flat then that’s a win, outside of that the engine and drivetrain are working harder
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The general rule of thumb is a two tyre sizes (25 to 45) goes with a 2 inch lift. The easiest way to get some lift is rear heavy duty bump stops such as sumo spring brand, and coil helpers on the front,...asuming a VW has coils. Most vans do. These are just rubber or poly rings you place between the coil. Saves you getting serios work done.
I spent $4000 getting heavy duty rear leafs and coil/struts on the front to get a 2-3 inch lift...allowing me to fit 4wd tyres.
I was going to get BFG All Terrain ...but they were on back order...so I got Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs which are a chunky all terrain, and better in the wet.
Scobbie is getting so big and cute as always thanks for sharing 🥰
Hi Darren, we talked about these tyres as fitted to my Merc Sprinter at the Stratford upon Avon Overlander campervan Show recently, so impressed you went ahead and had yours fitted. They are the Dogs!!
Yeah I am really happy with them.... although I lose about 8% fuel efficiency again toehold ones.
Great tyres , I fittted 265/70/16! bfg s to my Citroen relay L4H3, and to my amazement they didn't rub at all room to spare
Great information for us sprinter and crafter owners , Stratford this year 👍👍👍
Maybe Stratford , camp Quirky for sure
Want to watch those BP Goodrich tyres they might help off road but can be dangerous on wet roads
Hi Darren! I have BFG's but have raised suspension front and rear...overlander look and feel...hope your well and maybe catch up in our Vans in the near future? 👍 Paul
Hi Paul . Hows things , do you get out in the van much ? Send a photo over
Thank.s for the video, i just buy the same tyre, thank to you Mate
7:17 they’ve only just been fitted and they’ve already battered the s* out of your wheel arches! 😆
Just kidding, looking good 😎
Very nice👍👍
You are really lucky with your 29 mpg...
Mine only gets 21 mpg Most times.
I have the 2.5l 160 horse engine.
I notice a big drop if you drive faster than 65 mph . I can get over 30 if driving around 55 mph .. well at least according to the VW read out !!
Hi mate. My tyres are tiny bit bigger so rub a bit more than yours. You should look at sumo springs for the front. Apparently it improves the ride no end. And it will stop that sag into the corners. 👍🏻👍🏻
Ok cool, must lift the van up a Cm or so then
Also what tires have you got?
@@ScoobieDee just checked. They are the same actually. But I’ve since learned that the lwb is actually lower out of the factory. To keep centre of gravity lower. I’m lifting mine 2” and sumo springs.
Hello, what ET your rims are is it 62 or 54 ? Do you think change that rims to et 54 will solve that problem ?
Maybe a 2" lift might help?
What about adjusting the stops a little ?
Hi, i’ve just seen these tyres on ebay with alloys and they are only 225/75/16 not 245’s. Im reckoning they are not as wide by 2cm so would that be better to stop rubbing when turning for my van? Its the sprinter 2008. Its exactly the same body im thinking.
Yeah but check the weight rating
I have a vw t25 i want to put these on so i can go anywere in my camper lol
Unfortunately not high enough load rating for my t5
Put some wheels spacers and is ok
Hi Darren, I have a Fiat Ducato so it is not exactly the same but have the same tyres but on alloys, but I have been able to run with much lower tyre pressures as they have a stronger side wall, it gives you a much softer ride so you don't rattle your teeth out over bumps but I just wonder whether this may also reduce the rubbing you will have to try it see, on the speedo difference I found that on the original tyres the speed was under but with the 16" it is actually spot on, maybe they were designed to have 16" P.S why did you decide not to have the white lettering outside ?
hi Malcolm , Thanks for the info , what pressure do you have in your tires. I forgot to ask what pressure the guy put into mine at the depot, I guess 60 psi... they are smoother than the other tires though due to having more tire/ more air. I prefer not to have the white lettering showing as I like the matt black look. best Darren
@@ScoobieDee I have them at 3.5 bar/ 50 psi
Can someone please educate me. If the tyre is bigger than standard (ie the tyre is turning LESS often to cover the same distance) then why would you "lose a mile or two per gallon"? If the wheels are turning less often, then you should be getting marginally BETTER miles per gallon surely.
takes more effort for the engine to turn the wheel, has a same effect as a bigger gear
I get that@@sillytorque but surely once you’re up to speed and cruising, then the bigger circumference tyres must be more efficient surely? 🤔
@@cambellevans9945 there would be an optimal speed that would be advantageous I’m sure but you would be mechanically disadvantaged outside of that sweet spot- if it happens to be your open road cruise speed and you live on the flat then that’s a win, outside of that the engine and drivetrain are working harder
Sorry i could not find you at Stratford. Are you able to tell me how much were your four tyres
Hi not cheap £670
Need some 35” tires
You need to lower the music. It’s higher than your voice.
I dont like the Goodrich tires myself nor the best look BUT as with all things in life its each to their own...👍👍