235 85 16 tires, what are you guys running?

Robert6401 wrote:
I have verified that the wheels on the rig I'm buying are 8-lug. So the craigslist wheels should work. Not crazy about the inch and a half diameter difference (the Westlakes are smaller), but the price is pretty good i would think. I've also confirmed with the seller of the wheels and tires that they are still available. You guys think I should jump on them? Even if I eventually need to get taller tires, I'll have more options that will handle the weight with a 17.5" wheel, right?

I'm also watching to see if anyone else has a comment on why or why not you should jump on these. The first time I saw the ad, I wished they would have worked for me. But for starters, I have a triple axle and two more new wheels and tires would have ruled that idea out.

As you stated, the only negative I really see is the tire size. But everything else is so much stronger than what most of us here on this forum have.

Also, make 100% sure the lugs fit. My guess is the distance between lugs on an 8 lug wheel is going to be the same but that's not true on 4 and 5 lug wheels. The distances can vary. That would be terrible if you come up here and buy them and when you get home, they don't fit.

Keep us posted.