Hello,
I'm new to off-roading and I'm building an overland/expedition rig. I have purchased an early Toyota mini-truck 4x4 which is set up to be a rock crawler and currently runs 37" tires so the drive train is beefed up to handle large tires. I need advice on tire diameter that best fits the needs of overland use as that will dictate axle gear ratios among other things. I live in Southern Calif. and will spend most of my time in the Southwestern deserts and mountains. That said I would like to travel other areas as well.
What tire diameter do you consider optimal for overland/expedition driving and why? Also what tire width would you recommend? Is a narrower or wider tire better for my intended use?
Thanks,
Lyle
I'm new to off-roading and I'm building an overland/expedition rig. I have purchased an early Toyota mini-truck 4x4 which is set up to be a rock crawler and currently runs 37" tires so the drive train is beefed up to handle large tires. I need advice on tire diameter that best fits the needs of overland use as that will dictate axle gear ratios among other things. I live in Southern Calif. and will spend most of my time in the Southwestern deserts and mountains. That said I would like to travel other areas as well.
What tire diameter do you consider optimal for overland/expedition driving and why? Also what tire width would you recommend? Is a narrower or wider tire better for my intended use?
Thanks,
Lyle