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Thanks for the pics edolmseth i think i am going to go for it when my current rubber is finished!

No, i think you nailed it....i just want to get some severe snow rated tires, with an aggressive profile and not have to mess around too much with trimming.....with 265/65 R17s even at full lock, forward and reverse, or when bouncing around off road you dont get any rubbing with just minor heat at the front only? that sounds like the best option,,,,, as for the cash -> i'd rather save it for some lights, driving back and forth from Taos, NM to Denver, Co at night is like playing russian roulette. Thanks for the advice...you dont happen to have any photos showing your rig and the inner fender with the 265's would you?

1) 245/70/17's = Not rated for Severe Snow. 2) 16" Rims for SE models will fit, but appears they run 255's...can 245's & 255's be mounted on same rims? Is there a range that of width that a rim can handle?

I just bought a 2004 LE Pathfinder to replace my totaled 2003 LE - these both have 17" wheels stock. On my 2003 I researched the potential for M/S rated BFG A/T TKO tires that would fit, and found nothing. I am trying to figure out what the best/cheapest solution for getting some TKOs on the 2004. It seems like 2 simple options would be to 1) get the 2" lift and opt for bigger 17" dia. tires, or 2) Go for 16" or 15" wheels that will accommodate M/S TKOs. With the lift, there is the cost, and the alignment/handling issues. With the 16" or 15" wheels there is the potential for grinding issues. Anyone have an opinion on this? Also,,,,if i run 16" or 15" wheels, and have a 17" spare....curious how that will work in an emergency situation....?