I got a puncture in my nearly new rear tire yesterday. Luckily, my tire pressure monitor app let me know before leaving the garage this morning. I am considering having the tire repaired with a inside patch, but finding a qualified shop willing to do this is difficult even with the wheel removed. My question is about going one size bigger with a new 170/60-17. Has anyone run this size rear tire on a Gen 1 Explorer XC ABS with the spoked wheels? The stock size is 150/70-17 which is 4 inches wide. The 170/60-17 has the same outer diameter (one tenth of an inch smaller) but slightly wider (one half inch) 4 1/2". Can I fit the larger tire without any problems?
Larger 170/60-17 On Rear? 2014 TEX
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Should fit without issue I would think. Just check clearances with the stock tire on to make sure you have the 10mm on each side.Think you'll be good.
It is a 170/60-17 on my second generation Explorer. Unless they changed something from the first to second gen Explorers on the rear, think he should be okay.
Thank you. I will mount the 170 and report back.
Mounted the 170 today. There is still plenty of clearance with the swingarm and muffler. No worries there. I'm running a 120 front too. Loving the Dunlop Trail Max Mission tires. I will report back with a ride report asap.
Have the Trailmax Missions as well. Great tire and wear great.
