Newbie to the site! Quick question....

[Luckyjaytx]

Hey guys! Ive been lurking around here for the last month trying to find out as much infomation about Rangers. I'll be purchasing a 98-00 Ranger 4x4 or 4x2 very soon. My question is....Can 17 in wheels fit on a lifted 98-00 Ranger? How high would i have to lift? I already have a 3 in PA body lift to slap on the truck when i get it and i have 4 285-75-17 in BFG MTKM2's. Any help and PICS would be awesome. Thanks guys

 

[4x4junkie]

You can put any size wheel you want on (as long as it's at least 15"), what matters is the overall diameter of the tire.
285/75R17s are close to 34" diameter, which may be a close fit, but may just clear being you have the 3" lift. A 265/75R17 would certainly be no problem at all though.

Welcome to the site

 

[Luckyjaytx]

So if i did the whole 3 in body lift, torsion crank and add a leaf...should be fine, right?

 

[mwood1985]

i would at least go to a 33 inch tire anything smaller will look goofy. and ditch the add a leaf for a set of explorer springs same amount of lift but a lot nicer ride

 

[Luckyjaytx]

What year of Explorer springs? Anyone have pics of 17in rims with just a 3in body? I think i saw 1 pic around here.