Tyres - How big can I go?

I am looking at getting a spare set of tyres for my '08 GU Patrol for offroad use. I currently have a spare set of the factory 17in Wheels that I can use, but am also happy to sell them on eBay and buy some 16in rims. I also have a 2in Old Man Emu lift.



Some questions I have are:

- What size tyre can I go up to? Are 35's too big with only a 2in lift?

- Is it better to stay with the 17in rims or replace them with 16's?

- I also have read about rims with offsets. What exactly does this mean, and what impact does it have on things like tyre wear, balancing and handling?

- How do you convert the metric tyre measurements (e.g. 285/70R17) to the imperial measurements (e.g 33x10.5-16)



A number of questions I know, but assistance is appreciated.

p.s. I have also posted this question on the Patrol4x4 forum as well.

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