Hi Everyone, It is my first time here so I apologize if i am doing something stupid or asking stupid questions. I have searched other threads but can't find the information I need. I have a problem, I need more axle and suspension ground clearance. I us my stock defender 110 V8 1997 for work hauling construction materials up a mountain and I also drive it on normal roads and highways, it is the only vehicle I have. I am thinking of buying 17"x8" rims with 285x75xr17LT tyres. I figure this will give me about 2 inches more ground clearance. I am not trying to make an extreme defender just a more useable defender but I still want it to look good. I would need strong rims, I carry a lot of weight. I understand the wheels will not fit without modifications so I need recommendations and information on how to accomplish what I need and where to buy what I need. Also if anyone has a better solution I would very much like to hear it. I am not a defender expert but I love my defender and want to make it better not worse. I need recommendations for the wheels and leveling kits, spacers, wheel offsets and anything else I need. I don't want any rubbing or other problems. I would appreciate your help very much. Thanks Ray
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