I want to add a two inch leveling kit

Hi Tony,

That's a tough question and very unique. Lol What is the OEM size tire on the vehicle now?

Joe

Tony, it's no problem at all. I have to be honest, if it is a 2" lift, you have some room to work. The only concern is I wouldn't go too much wider. Basically, the 175 you indicated is directly related to height, even though the second number (65) will play a role.

Don't laugh, but you should have 2 extra inches to work with. My biggest concern isn't necessarily the height but if a larger tire will hit the inner fender or fender itself when turning. So be aware of that. Now, when I try to determine tire size variance, there is a site I use that shows a side by side comparison of tires sizes. What I want you to try is this. Place the OEM tire size in tire size 1. Then start changing the 2nd size until you see an overall diameter that you feel will fit. For example, compare a 175/65/15 to a 205/65/15. The site will actually tell you how the size difference affects even the rotations of the tire per mile. Please keep in mind, using a larger tire will change the accuracy of the speedometer.

Try it and let me know what you think. Let me know the sizes you feel could work and I'll look compare them and tell you my opinion.

Here is the link. I've used the site a number of times when people want to go larger when ordering tires. It never failed me. LOL

https://tiresize.com/comparison/

Let me know.
Joe

Hi,

The 235/75/15 is nearly 5 inches bigger in diameter. That will likely be too much. Additionally, going from a 65 series to a 75 series will cause the tire itself to be much narrower. If you look at a 205/65/15 it stands 1.5" higher, which should work. Plus the (65) series, so the width won't get too narrow. Actually, it gets slightly over an inch wider, which you may have to try first, but would look good on the car if it fits.

Just FYI. A 235/75/15 was once the most popular tire size there was. Now they are very hard to find and selection is extremely limited.

Joe

A 205/75/15 will be taller. Actually, it's 3.1" taller than the OEM size, which is more than the lift. Take a look at the two pics I attached to show height differences between the one you mentioned and the one I mentioned.

Joe

You are very welcome. Let me know how things work out for you or if you have other questions. Also, if you are lifting it, I would recommend an alignment after it's done.

Take care and good luck.

Joe