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08 May 2009 05:44 #657 by WB

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Does anyone see any problems running 205/70R15 Insa Turbo Dakar's on an unmodified Jimny? What Im wondering is, is the substantially increased grip likely to break any of the standard drivetrain parts?!

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08 May 2009 08:45 #659 by ooky_123

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we had no problems running tyres of that size. We now run massive 215rx15's and these are almost 3" taller .. we have a 2" lift and have no issues with clearance at all.
They will look close, but you should be fine

Former owner of Little "Ooky", who has now started a new life in Shetland

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08 May 2009 08:49 #660 by WB

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Isnt really the clearance Im worried about! Its more to do with the Dakars spinning in mud and then catching grip, is it likely to damage the drive components or should they be robust enough to take it?

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08 May 2009 09:22 #661 by mlines

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With any tyre, MT's or not, there is a possibility of the tyres suddenly gripping and then destroying the driveline. I have Goodyear Wrangler MTs on mine and heavily off-road it and have not destroyed any parts due to a heavy right foot yet (parts have worn out however!). So I would say it is down to having a respect for the parts and driving with care - it will then be fine

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2003 M13 early KAP build.
3" Trailmaster lift with 1.5 Spacers on front
Customised winch bumper and roll cage
235/85R16 Maxxis Bighorns on 16" Rims, 4:1 Rocklobster, Rear ARB locker and on-board air
Corrected arms all-round, rear disks, Recaro seats and harnesses

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08 May 2009 09:23 #662 by WB

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Thats good enough for me!

Thanks,

William.

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