Are the 4cyl B series, not recomended for offroading?

[kawana]

If I were to get a B2200, would it be a bad idea to lift it a little, with slightly larger tires? Or would that be too much for the little 4 banger? Are the little 2.2L's reliable engines?

 

[Nater]

I have a B2300 with a 3 inch body lift and 31s. Haven't had any problems yet...Waiting for my Skyjacker kit to get here too.

 

[thefrog2002]

i wheel my lil 2.3L 4 cyl. engine an it does just fine with 31 inch tires...hurts the gas mileage a bit an it dont burn tires on pavement but that just costs u money...but it pulls an is a great lil offroad truck with the 31s, n the body lift helps the flex so the tires dont rub cuz stock mazdas have good flex..hope this helps

 

[BlackBII]

As long as you gear it right, you can go anywhere with a 4 banger.

 

[backroad101]

Remember the B2200 was before they were based on the Ranger. Horsepower was somewhere around 85-90hp I believe. The B2600 only had around 120hp

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[mountain_bikor]

I hear of a lot of guys with 4 bangers off-roading. obviously not as much fun as a 4.0L, but does the job just fine. ur gas bill is probably a lot less than mine too lol

 

[1BADMAZDA]

35's

Shit I roll 35s on mine its a gas hog but looks sick as hell.

 

[nicqcon]

Shit I roll 35s on mine its a gas hog but looks sick as hell.

what kind of a lift kit did you need to put 35s?

 

[bull90]

35s could fit with fender trimming zero lift

 

[C_Root]

To fit 35's, your going to need to do what is called a double lift. Slap on a 3 inch body lift, check performance accessories, and then install a 4 inch suspension lift. Another option is pre-runner fenders. Google 'em and have a look, they make for massive tire clearance on stock suspension. Also, depending if you are coil or torsion bar supsension, there are cheap ways to get a little lift out of the front on both. Good luck, and have fun.
Croot