@@10footcustoms93 I guess we'll see. The Raptor's are 8.5 wide so that's +.25 on each side right there. Add .8" wide for the KO2's + .4" each side so total that's less than .75" (3/4") After all that math I think you're right! I just ordered (1") a set. Thank you.
Nice video but: How about some shots of mounted tire clearance at full lock after the crash bar removal to show viewers there was no rubbing!?! Also, I think plenty of folks would like to see a down the line view to see how much the 1.5 inch spacers pushed out the new tires on the stock rims. If you had to go Yoko on tires, I think the Geolander M/T G003 would have been much much better (my 2¢).
That was the plan, kinda. The owner had a list of more stuff he had planned to do, and once it was complete we were going to get another stock truck and do a side by side comparison. The owners priorities shifted to another project and the Ranger has been put on the back burner. I hope to be able to finish the build, but it's out of my hands. Thanks for watching.
I have a ford Ranger XL and I put the elevation kit that and some M/T 285/70R17 tires but I have experienced that at more than 65 miles per hour (140km) the truck starts to vibrate... this is normal for the guy of tires that I put? and I had already done alignment and balancing.
I would have to measure the next time I see the truck. I know tire to fender won't be a problem, not sure if lock to lock if the tire would hit fender well or frame.
After all that, not any real good final shots of the finished product? Would have liked to see how wide the stance looked. Also, on a side note. The best approach I've seen for the crash bar removal was way faster and easier by cutting it just past the frame. The cut went 97% of the way through, then they took a pry bar and bent it down, then slid it straight out.. SUPER simple and quick.
@@10footcustoms93 I don't see how it can be put back in with the cutting done here? I have read it is possible to loosen things up enough to slide these out, but may be easiest just to cut.
I’m not against bigger tires on off road machines at all . They look awesome , get you out of mud better , soft trail and deep,snow . We just have to be aware that the heavier mass wreaks havoc on wheel bearings , axles , differential,parts and drivetrain . Not to mention need body lift and suspension lift to get them in place . Not a disadvantage at all regarding the upgrade in body and suspension lift but that had got to be done right . Driveshaft length and phasing must not be forgotten either . The truck these tires are going on seems to already have a factory lift so these tires look to be within spec and shouldn’t cause drivetrain vibration . Surely these were an option when the truck was ordered new but weren’t mounted as they would boost the sale price . Now that it’s off the dealers lot , it’s time to make it the truck it was meant to be . Enter 10 Foot Customs 👍 Nice ! Now that the mini truck tires are on Craigslist and the proper size tires are mounted and installed , it looks like the truck it was meant to be . Removal of the fender supports has me a little queezy since you guys live in the Great Lake area and such a nice truck needs for those open and exposed openings need to be addressed ( how I’m not sure , some welding involved ? ) but my only complaint about this trucks design is that . I personally never seen that on a truck with regards to upgrading in tire size , but I’m not around nearly as many newer trucks as you are . That kind of upsets me since it’s not fair we consumers must have to deal with such an item which you may not see every day ? Just dosent seem fair . I’m sure however that tire centers and detail shops have dealt with this before too however . Nice job overall . I know I’d have done the same and cringed the thought of welding afterwards 😬
These tires seem to be a very common "upgrade". To my knowledge the largest factory option is 265/65-17. The difference being 285/70-17 is 2.15 inches taller and .79 wider, than the largest factory option. The truck owner likes the drive quality so far, but is very unimpressed by the Geolander's grip on even damp surfaces.
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THANKS FOR THIS TECHNIQUE BRO. AWESOME!!
There’s only about 5,000 different forum posts and videos about taking those crash bars off. 😂
I thought the same thing, zero research before starting this project. 10 minutes off research would have saved him hours.
Great job. Would 1" spacers work while clearing the front spindle/knuckle? I'm going to be running Ranger Raptor wheels with same 55mm only 1/2 wider.
I can't say 100%, because we only tried the 1.5 spacers, but I would think 1 inch spacers would provide you enough clearance.
@@10footcustoms93 I guess we'll see. The Raptor's are 8.5 wide so that's +.25 on each side right there. Add .8" wide for the KO2's + .4" each side so total that's less than .75" (3/4") After all that math I think you're right! I just ordered (1") a set. Thank you.
Nice video but:
How about some shots of mounted tire clearance at full lock after the crash bar removal to show viewers there was no rubbing!?!
Also, I think plenty of folks would like to see a down the line view to see how much the 1.5 inch spacers pushed out the new tires on the stock rims.
If you had to go Yoko on tires, I think the Geolander M/T G003 would have been much much better (my 2¢).
That was the plan, kinda. The owner had a list of more stuff he had planned to do, and once it was complete we were going to get another stock truck and do a side by side comparison. The owners priorities shifted to another project and the Ranger has been put on the back burner. I hope to be able to finish the build, but it's out of my hands. Thanks for watching.
How do they fit with out the spacers, i what to do the with 285 65 18 but don't what to put spacers, got a 2" leveling kit
We never tried without the spacers. The inside of the tires might hit the frame when you go lock to lock.
I have a ford Ranger XL and I put the elevation kit that and some M/T 285/70R17 tires but I have experienced that at more than 65 miles per hour (140km) the truck starts to vibrate... this is normal for the guy of tires that I put? and I had already done alignment and balancing.
According to the guy I did the work for, his truck is smooth at highway speeds. Try rotating your tires front to back and see if it changes anything.
I'll try. thanks for answering 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Do you think it would be possible to install 35’s that are only 255 wide, so like 10 inches wide on oem wheels and spacers like you did?
I would have to measure the next time I see the truck. I know tire to fender won't be a problem, not sure if lock to lock if the tire would hit fender well or frame.
@@10footcustoms93 roger that
Not without more cutting and at least a 3" lift.
Did you recalibrate them speedometer ?
It's about 7 percent off.
Indicated 30, GPS shows 32
Indicated 40, GPS shows 43
After all that, not any real good final shots of the finished product? Would have liked to see how wide the stance looked. Also, on a side note. The best approach I've seen for the crash bar removal was way faster and easier by cutting it just past the frame. The cut went 97% of the way through, then they took a pry bar and bent it down, then slid it straight out.. SUPER simple and quick.
This customer requested, that if need be, they could be put back in...not my call, I just made it work.
As far as final stance and look, the customer is supposed to bring it back, now that it's complete, to park in side by side with a stock truck.
@@10footcustoms93 I don't see how it can be put back in with the cutting done here? I have read it is possible to loosen things up enough to slide these out, but may be easiest just to cut.
any lift or leveling kit ?
Yeah, one of the previous videos, we install a Stage 3 Motorsports leveling kit.
What size tire?
These are 285/70-17.
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why didn't you just cut the bars in half, that's what I did, lol
I know...lol.
Not my vehicle not my call. This is what the owner requested.
I’m not against bigger tires on off road machines at all . They look awesome , get you out of mud better , soft trail and deep,snow . We just have to be aware that the heavier mass wreaks havoc on wheel bearings , axles , differential,parts and drivetrain . Not to mention need body lift and suspension lift to get them in place . Not a disadvantage at all regarding the upgrade in body and suspension lift but that had got to be done right . Driveshaft length and phasing must not be forgotten either . The truck these tires are going on seems to already have a factory lift so these tires look to be within spec and shouldn’t cause drivetrain vibration . Surely these were an option when the truck was ordered new but weren’t mounted as they would boost the sale price . Now that it’s off the dealers lot , it’s time to make it the truck it was meant to be . Enter 10 Foot Customs 👍
Nice ! Now that the mini truck tires are on Craigslist and the proper size tires are mounted and installed , it looks like the truck it was meant to be . Removal of the fender supports has me a little queezy since you guys live in the Great Lake area and such a nice truck needs for those open and exposed openings need to be addressed ( how I’m not sure , some welding involved ? ) but my only complaint about this trucks design is that . I personally never seen that on a truck with regards to upgrading in tire size , but I’m not around nearly as many newer trucks as you are . That kind of upsets me since it’s not fair we consumers must have to deal with such an item which you may not see every day ? Just dosent seem fair . I’m sure however that tire centers and detail shops have dealt with this before too however . Nice job overall . I know I’d have done the same and cringed the thought of welding afterwards 😬
These tires seem to be a very common "upgrade". To my knowledge the largest factory option is 265/65-17. The difference being 285/70-17 is 2.15 inches taller and .79 wider, than the largest factory option. The truck owner likes the drive quality so far, but is very unimpressed by the Geolander's grip on even damp surfaces.