'91 Ranger - Swap 215/70/14's for 235/75/15's???

[Nor'East Coaster]

Have a real nice set of 4 235/15 Goodyear Wranglers stored under the back porch, and the 215/14's on the Ranger (stock suspension) are going to need replacement soon. The chap who does our tire work thinks they may be too big - might foul the wheelwells - and maybe stress stuff in the front end. I'd appreciate any advice, especially from those with 1st hand experience. Would also be grateful for suggestions re alternate sizes...

 

[scotts90ranger]

they'll probably rub up front, but I've seen a 4x2 '91 with 235's that worked fine. if it's a 5 speed first will take more clutch work and 5th will be useless until a higher speed (not to mention your speedometer will be off)

 

[crusin93]

I've steped up to the 235/75/15 Dunlops with no clearance problems whatsoever. With 3.73 gears, o/d is fine unless your hauling a load or diriving hilly terrain. Go with 4.10's and you should be fine.

 

[sloth69mustang]

there should not be any problems

 

[feellnfroggy]

I have a 93 4x4 with 235 75 15's A/T and no problem with rubbing.

 

[DirtRoadRider]

i gotta 94 xlt 4.0 2wd ranger with 235/75r15s duratacs and no rubbing whatsoever

 

[bcost882]

i have a 3.0L with 3.73s and 31s and it still works fine.