Bigger tires on the 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. 265/65 R17 Fit?
(My Trailhawk has the Hazard Sky 2 inch lift.)
After exploring this road- [ Ссылка ] . I discovered a couple of rubbed spots on the factory Firestone AT Tires. Yes, this road was rougher than most we travel on but I don't like no sidewall protection on the tires. So lets fix that with some new tires. We go to Discount Tire here in Texarkana for a test fit and install of bigger tires. We tried the 265/70 R17 first and they did go on but would need some trimming to not rub. Next we put on the 265/65 R17 and they fit with zero rubbing. Although at full lock it is close it did not rub. I did trim just a little of the front flare inside front and used a heat gun to push back the plastic inner liner a tad behind the front tire. I do not think this is mandatory to run this size. I also have a 2 inch Hazard sky lift. Lift install - [ Ссылка ] and [ Ссылка ] videos.
I do believe with the two inch lift you can run the 265/65 R17 without any further modification.
One of the big concerns for me was if the bigger tire would fit in the spare tire location or not. As you will see in this video it does fit. I even got the factory storage containers to fit. Any bigger and you will have to make some changes in the spare tire location. I have had time to drive the 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with the new Nitto Ridge Grapplers . Right now these tires are quieter than the factory Destination AT Tires. I have also had the opportunity to drive the new tires in wet and flooded roads. I had no issues and they felt secure on the road. Handling seems just as good even with the bigger tires. I feel better having more sidewall protection with these nittos.
About the tires:
Infusing the aggressive performance and durability of Nitto's mud terrain tires with the on-road comfort and confident highway handling of Nitto's all-terrain tire offerings, Nitto Ridge Grappler tires are a mainstay for light truck and SUV drivers who truly demand the best of both worlds.
Whether you're planning for an off-road adventure or your commute, Ridge Grappler tires have the perfect combination of performance features and comfort technology to help you own your road.
With their drive to push the boundaries of what tires can help drivers accomplish, Nitto engineered the Ridge Grappler with a hybrid design and an arsenal of other cool features.
Utilizing a variable pitch tread pattern, this tire provides a quiet, comfortable ride while its aggressive shoulder and tread blocks deliver relentless off-road performance. Additionally, its reinforced block foundation stabilizes the tread blocks for more comfortable, responsive handling on the road.
Other performance features of the Nitto Ridge Grappler include:
Rugged, staggered shoulder lugs for unyielding grip in soft and challenging off-road terrains.
Alternating shoulder grooves that rapidly clear mud from the tread pattern, increasing traction for off-road performance that thrills.
Zigzagging lateral grooves provide biting edges for more aggressive grip, no matter the terrain.
Stone ejectors in the base of the grooves, which work to remove debris, protecting Ridge Grappler tires from stone drilling.
Ridge Grappler tires feature aggressive shoulder blocks.
And with all of Nitto's excellent products, the Ridge Grappler is backed by their limited warranty, which covers your tires in the event of a defect in workmanship or materials.
But if you want to hit the highways or the trails with absolute confidence, get coverage that gives you peace of mind with our exclusive Certificates from Discount Tire.
Their Certificates will cover your new Nitto Ridge Grappler tires from the moment you drive out from our service bays on down to 3/32” of wear. Plus, if there is any unforeseen damage that can't safely be repaired, we'll provide you with a replacement Ridge Grappler, no prorating required. Get the Onx Offroad App here- [ Ссылка ]
