2006 Liberty Limited 3.7L Upsize Tire ?

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Robertp

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Newbie here, Sooeey (Oregon)
Yesterday bought it for a TOAD behind MH.
Without lifting, can I upsize from stock P235/65R17 tire to a P245/75R17 tire with no scrubbing in wheel well?

Link to reputable online supply to replace broken front amber run/turn signal lens?
Thanks in advance,
Robert
 

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It takes very little extra tire before they start rubbing. We have 3" of lift and 245/75R16 still rub a little at full lock.

I would check Rockauto or Amazon for the signal lens.
 

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It takes very little extra tire before they start rubbing. We have 3" of lift and 245/75R16 still rub a little at full lock.

I would check Rockauto or Amazon for the signal lens.
Thank you for the quick response! Think I'll stay with 235s then. We bought it for a TOAD and will be doing little 4x4 except for accessing the the beach.
 

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Hi,
I have towed my 2006 Sport behind my MH for many years. The Libby is pretty much the perfect toad - no fuss, ****** in Park, transfer case in N, steering unlocked = done. I only have ~60k on the odometer, but there is a bit over 90k towed. Room for 4 adults and some room for "stuff" in the rear. Keep in mind that you need to track milage differently: odometer for engine related items (oil changes, brakes, etc.) and towed miles for running gear related items (tires, diff fluid, etc.). I ruined a new set of BF Goodrich Rugged Terrain tires on a trip to Alaska because I neglected to rotate the tires half way through the 9500 mile trip. They were badly cupped in the front and started making a loud whine/hum.
As far as tires, a good set of all-terrains in stock size should do very well for you. With the Rugged Terrains and later General Grabbers we had no problems with several inches of snow in and around Boise, the beach on the Outer Banks of NC. trails in Death Valley, Shafer trail in Moab, and trails in Grand Staircase, Utah.

I found headlights and turn signal indicator lens on eBay.

BTW, you will need to get an auxiliary braking system for the Libby. I use a RVI Brake II - its portable so I can use it in my other toad. People will say there is no need for an auxiliary brake. I have towed over 100k miles and have had at least a half dozen instances where the auxiliary brake prevented me from rear ending another vehicle in panic stops. Not only is it the law in all lower 48 + Alaska, it's just plain common sense. My Libby weighs ~3800 lbs, enough to push my 30k lb. MH when stopping. Think an additional 10%+ rolling weight. As you probably know driving a MH is "interesting" people do not like to follow you and will dive in front of you in a moment. Leaving extra stopping room is a have to do practice, but often it is taken as an invitation to merge in front.

Good luck with your new to you Libby and safe travels,
 

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Most important is transfer case in neutral transmission in park, there was a post on here a while ago where the gearbox was destroyed when it was towed, there is no oil pumped on tow.
 

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It takes very little extra tire before they start rubbing. We have 3" of lift and 245/75R16 still rub a little at full lock.

I would check Rockauto or Amazon for the signal lens.
245-70R17 Duratracs on clearance at Canadian tire FYI. They are clearing out the old ones for the new gen of them. Doesn't help the OP, but does help us in BC at least.
 

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Newbie here, Sooeey (Oregon)
Yesterday bought it for a TOAD behind MH.
Without lifting, can I upsize from stock P235/65R17 tire to a P245/75R17 tire with no scrubbing in wheel well?

Link to reputable online supply to replace broken front amber run/turn signal lens?
Thanks in advance,
Robert
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Hi,
I have towed my 2006 Sport behind my MH for many years. The Libby is pretty much the perfect toad - no fuss, ****** in Park, transfer case in N, steering unlocked = done. I only have ~60k on the odometer, but there is a bit over 90k towed. Room for 4 adults and some room for "stuff" in the rear. Keep in mind that you need to track milage differently: odometer for engine related items (oil changes, brakes, etc.) and towed miles for running gear related items (tires, diff fluid, etc.). I ruined a new set of BF Goodrich Rugged Terrain tires on a trip to Alaska because I neglected to rotate the tires half way through the 9500 mile trip. They were badly cupped in the front and started making a loud whine/hum.
As far as tires, a good set of all-terrains in stock size should do very well for you. With the Rugged Terrains and later General Grabbers we had no problems with several inches of snow in and around Boise, the beach on the Outer Banks of NC. trails in Death Valley, Shafer trail in Moab, and trails in Grand Staircase, Utah.

I found headlights and turn signal indicator lens on eBay.

BTW, you will need to get an auxiliary braking system for the Libby. I use a RVI Brake II - its portable so I can use it in my other toad. People will say there is no need for an auxiliary brake. I have towed over 100k miles and have had at least a half dozen instances where the auxiliary brake prevented me from rear ending another vehicle in panic stops. Not only is it the law in all lower 48 + Alaska, it's just plain common sense. My Libby weighs ~3800 lbs, enough to push my 30k lb. MH when stopping. Think an additional 10%+ rolling weight. As you probably know driving a MH is "interesting" people do not like to follow you and will dive in front of you in a moment. Leaving extra stopping room is a have to do practice, but often it is taken as an invitation to merge in front.

Good luck with your new to you Libby and safe travels,
mnbluept
Your advice couldn't have come at a better time! I just gathered up all the Roadmaster towing accessories that came with the Winnebago Vista 32YE and will dropping them off at local Joe's Truck & Trailer in Springfield Oregon.
Prolly have to buy specific base plates as these may not fit. Also came with a RoadMaster 8000 series brake kit but may not be suitable.
After talking with you I'm convinced to go ahead with a brake kit next week.
I've pulled numerous 40' construction trailers during my past fitter/pipe welder career but at only 3k mile newbie on MH so I'll be asking you many questions.
Thanks again for the insight!
Robert
 

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