2016 QX80 Base with 275/50-22" tires that need replacement. The Infiniti spec calls for 275/50 but I've seen some very good deals on premium brands for 285/45-22's. I've read some about this alternate size but don't get a definitive recommendation. I've also read the differences in all the measurements plus mph and mpg variances, which are minimal. Has anyone on the forum installed a set of 285/45's and what has been your experience? I live in the Houston area and 90% of driving is local and rarely over a 30 mile round trip. Thanks in advance.
22" Tire Size
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marctronixx
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ive had 305/45/22 on my qx for years. im in LA. had zero issues.
marctronixx
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i can tell you why i went with the 305s because i wanted a wider / lower profile tire, and the 305s looked great! i don't know how your roads are and if you tow, travel a lot, etc but i did not have any issues on the car by going this route.
here are some older threads that may help you decide:
Replacement Tires -- mixed with 20s/22s but if you sesrch through thr thread you may get some more ideas.
I think @primov8 has 22s and is a regular active member on this site. if he sees this he may lend his opinion..
here are some older threads that may help you decide:
Larger tires and lift on the QX80.
anybody tried doing a lift on the 80? Since it's based on the Patrol, I was thinking about turning my 2015 into an overland vehicle, able to take on moderate trails but still be a daily driver.
infinitiforum.net
QX56 on Large Wheels/Tires
Now that you have been riding on Perelli's for awhile is the ride still comfy or are you noticing rubbing over bumps and the steering wheel pulling you side to side when the street is not perfect? Can I ask what tire size your on? I was thinking since you said 2011 QX56 can fit up to 30"...
infinitiforum.net
Replacement Tires -- mixed with 20s/22s but if you sesrch through thr thread you may get some more ideas.
I think @primov8 has 22s and is a regular active member on this site. if he sees this he may lend his opinion..
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When I had a set of Goodyear Fortera SL 284/45/22s, the noticeable difference from the OE Bridgestone tires was how much smoother the truck drove.
Although these Fortera SL tires have a really nice tread pattern, it does have its cons. It definitely was a softer compound/construction as the tires lasted about 30K+ miles. The miles accumulated over 2-1/2 years were from multiple road trips and daily driven in NYC, stop and go traffic. These tires have directional treads too so rotating them was also limited to just front<—>rear swaps; no cross rotations.
Although these Fortera SL tires have a really nice tread pattern, it does have its cons. It definitely was a softer compound/construction as the tires lasted about 30K+ miles. The miles accumulated over 2-1/2 years were from multiple road trips and daily driven in NYC, stop and go traffic. These tires have directional treads too so rotating them was also limited to just front<—>rear swaps; no cross rotations.
And those mount right onto the factory 22 wheel? Those must have a massive lip at the rim. I am considering bigger, but I would not mind a little taller, but worried about the arm clearance up top.
marctronixx
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again, never had any issues. no clearance issues, no rubbin', no nuthin'.. ;-)
Just to confirm, those are mounted on factory wheels? 33 x 12.50 would be equally as good if so.
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marctronixx
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i had factory wheels, yes.
Would it be possible to get a picture please? I am having trouble getting tire shops to support installation due to size issues.
marctronixx
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i sold the vehicle back in 2020.
these probably won't help you, but the last photo i took was when i dropped it off at Range Rover, who bought it. i also attached a receipt of the set of tires i bought from tirebuyer dot com.
those tires on the qx are the ones in this receipt and also the wheels are factory.
these probably won't help you, but the last photo i took was when i dropped it off at Range Rover, who bought it. i also attached a receipt of the set of tires i bought from tirebuyer dot com.
those tires on the qx are the ones in this receipt and also the wheels are factory.
Thank you! Appreciate it!i sold the vehicle back in 2020.
these probably won't help you, but the last photo i took was when i dropped it off at Range Rover, who bought it. i also attached a receipt of the set of tires i bought from tirebuyer dot com.
those tires on the qx are the ones in this receipt and also the wheels are factory.
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I had 285 45 22 installed on stock rims. I just traded my 16 and switched to 24.
Switched the tires to winter as i had an older 22 from earlier models i picked up locally returned the vehicle with those 8 spoke and kept 14 spokes. let me see if one of them still has a 285.
just went out to snap pictures. ill see to get another one in morning. sorry took random pictures
Switched the tires to winter as i had an older 22 from earlier models i picked up locally returned the vehicle with those 8 spoke and kept 14 spokes. let me see if one of them still has a 285.
just went out to snap pictures. ill see to get another one in morning. sorry took random pictures
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