I have a 2002 7.3L 4x4 Ex. Last weekend I replaced the stock front springs with some "X" springs and swapped the rear block for the taller F350 block.

I see lots of posts about fitting 285/75r16s (~33s) on stock springs.

I am hoping to fit 285/75r17 (~34s) now that my Ex sits a little taller.

For the tires I am looking at the Toyo MT LT285/75R17, Load Rang E/10 ply, Max load 3195 lbs, Max pressure 80 psi.

For the wheels I am looking at the American Racing Teflon Mojave 17x8 with 4.5 BS.

Do you guys think this set up will work with my "X" spring lift (+2.5")? I don't mind trimming the valance or massaging/trimming the plastic fender liner. Is the max load range of 3195 lbs enough for the Ex?

Main purpose for this vehicle is towing my jeep on a 16 foot car hauler.

I appreciate any advice before I spend the cash.



Before Stock Springs/Blocks



After "X" springs and F350 blocks

 

Got the new wheel and tires. 17x8 American Racing Teflon Mojave with 285/75r17 Toyo MTs.

Before


After


The wheels and tires
















And just for fun compared to a new 15/39.5-16.5 TSL Bias that I just warrantied for the jeep.



The new look ... doesn't rub and drives great

 

Looks great! I plan on 285/75-16 on my factory rims when I get around to putting my new springs on. I have the Toyo MT's on my pickup and am very happy with them.

 

Looks fantastic - love those wheels. Tires look great. Nice choices!

 

Thanks guys

 

Looks great! What is the backspacing on those rims??

 

Looks great on the blue truck!

 

Thanks ... 4.5" BS

 

Can you help me with some info ??
where did you get the wheels and tires ?
Locally or on-line ?

And what are X-springs ?

Thanks

Kyle

 

very nice lookin

What were your fenders sitting at like inches wise before and after the springs, blocks and tires?

 

I got the wheels and tires locally through my neighborhood Discount Tire.

X-springs are replacement front leave springs from an F350 with snow plow package. They give you ~2.5 inch lift up front.

X-Springs ... part number 2C3Z*5310*AF



Clearance to bump stop before


Clearance to bump stop after


X-spring next to stock Excursion spring

 

Not sure if I have before measurements maybe on a scrap of paper somewhere in the garage . After measurements were 39.50" Front and 40.50" Rear with 265/75r16s. I'll get new measurements tonight with the new wheels/tires.

 

Very nice lookn. Those rims would look sweet on my black X. I was wondering how the road noise is with those tires, Looking to replace mine but dont want to have to crank up the kids dvds.

 

Thanks. Noise is minimal. You will not have to crank up the kids dvds.

 

ok thanks

just can't get over how good that looks...i'm dying to do something to mine