Hi all,
I need to replace 2 tyres on mu 2001 Gen3 Pajero 3.2 GLS. I currently have Bridgestone Duellers A/T 265/70/R16 on. Phoning around for prices, I found that these are almost double the price of the 245/70/R16 size tyres (+- R2900 vs R1500).
I am now considering fitting the 245s, but reading on the forum, I see that there are some issues regarding torque lock-up to consider. Are there any other points to take into account?
I use the car mostly on tarred and gravel roads, with a small amount of offroading and occasionally towing a caravan.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Japie,
I am no tyre specialist but 265 to 245 is only in width and not in height.
I do not where you stay but if in Centurion area go see Hi Q At Dastek.
These guys are good and always prepared to help.
Just as reference I was told by Jotto to go and see them because I was also looking for tyres and have Bridgestone Duelers 31 x 10.5 x 15 on my car but they are "gaar"
So they gave me a price of R 1350 of Good Year Wrangler At. 275 x 70 x 15
I am no tyre specialist but 265 to 245 is only in width and not in height.
I do not where you stay but if in Centurion area go see Hi Q At Dastek.
These guys are good and always prepared to help.
Just as reference I was told by Jotto to go and see them because I was also looking for tyres and have Bridgestone Duelers 31 x 10.5 x 15 on my car but they are "gaar"
So they gave me a price of R 1350 of Good Year Wrangler At. 275 x 70 x 15
Site Admin
Chris
The 265 to 245 swap will result in a smaller tyre height as the aspect ratio is constant at 70. Aspect ratio being the relationship between sidewall height and width
The 265 to 245 swap will result in a smaller tyre height as the aspect ratio is constant at 70. Aspect ratio being the relationship between sidewall height and width
Thanks Simon just goed to show you are never to old to learn 
Thanks Chris, Simon.
My next question now is can I run with 2 x 245s & 2 265s. Then when the 265s are due for replacement put 245s on (another 40 000kms I guess).
One of the dealers I spoke to discouraged me from doing this as I could damage the transfer case (due to the smaller circumference of the 245 tyre).
But I will call Hi Q at Dastek tomorrow and see if they can offer me a better price on the 265s.
My next question now is can I run with 2 x 245s & 2 265s. Then when the 265s are due for replacement put 245s on (another 40 000kms I guess).
One of the dealers I spoke to discouraged me from doing this as I could damage the transfer case (due to the smaller circumference of the 245 tyre).
But I will call Hi Q at Dastek tomorrow and see if they can offer me a better price on the 265s.
Site Admin
That's a very bad idea... even a very worn 265 with brand new 245's you still have a significant difference in tyre diameter.Japievdm wrote: My next question now is can I run with 2 x 245s & 2 265s. Then when the 265s are due for replacement put 245s on (another 40 000kms I guess).
Simon Bloomer
245/75R16 would be very similar in diameter to the original 265/70R16.
265/70R16 = 30.6"
245/75R16 = 30.5"
The narrower tire might be an issue for insurance though?
Didn't the Gen 3 GLX come with narrower tires?
265/70R16 = 30.6"
245/75R16 = 30.5"
The narrower tire might be an issue for insurance though?
Didn't the Gen 3 GLX come with narrower tires?
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2008 Pajero DiDc LWB GLS
2005 Pajero DiD SWB GLS (sold)
2005 Pajero DiD SWB GLS (sold)
Japievdm,
The comparison between the tyres you mentioned is as follows:
Tyre Diameter Circumference Speed difference
265/70/R16 777.4mm 2442.27mm 120km/h
245/70/R16 749.4mm 2354.31mm 115km/h
I would have liked to give you the weight the tyres can carry but unfortunately those figures is not with me at the moment. This, to me, is also an important factor to consider because a tyre carrying to much weight is overheating and a chance for a blow-out is a big risk.
It is important (even more so on four wheel drives) to stick to the same size tyres on all wheels. The different grip that different makes of tyre will give is a very important factor to keep in mind for safety reasons.
Regards,
Waldo Fourie
The comparison between the tyres you mentioned is as follows:
Tyre Diameter Circumference Speed difference
265/70/R16 777.4mm 2442.27mm 120km/h
245/70/R16 749.4mm 2354.31mm 115km/h
I would have liked to give you the weight the tyres can carry but unfortunately those figures is not with me at the moment. This, to me, is also an important factor to consider because a tyre carrying to much weight is overheating and a chance for a blow-out is a big risk.
It is important (even more so on four wheel drives) to stick to the same size tyres on all wheels. The different grip that different makes of tyre will give is a very important factor to keep in mind for safety reasons.
Regards,
Waldo Fourie
245's is a no-no. When I bought my car it had 245's on and I replaced it within a week with 265's. Besides the real speed difference at a specified rpm, the car will cover a lesser amount of actual kilos per litre as well.
In the real world there is a helluva difference between the two sizes....
In the real world there is a helluva difference between the two sizes....
I fully agree and the worst of all is that if you take the fuel saving, extra wear on tyres and egine and drive train the saving in rand value is short term only. On the long term the is about no saving.GJM wrote:245's is a no-no. When I bought my car it had 245's on and I replaced it within a week with 265's. Besides the real speed difference at a specified rpm, the car will cover a lesser amount of actual kilos per litre as well.
In the real world there is a helluva difference between the two sizes....
The bigger (wider) tyres gives more traction (more safety)and a softer ride.
Waldo Fourie