15 in Rims on JK
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I also prefer the 15's for two reasons....1. there is more tire than rim, less scratches on the rim and more tire to grab and go over the rocks. 2. 15" tires cost less for some reason
Discount tire did tell me that the 15x8 might be a little to narrow for 35's, and told me I should have gotten 15x10's, they mounted them anyways and told me to "keep an eye" on the where the bead set.
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Wouldn't the need for a 10" wide wheel be determined more by the tires WIDTH than by the tire's OD? I realize that OD will play a small part in the equation, but wouldn't the width be much more critical?
FWIW, I ran a 33x12.5 on a 15x8 and had zero problems. What should make a 35x12.5 alot different on the same 15x8 wheel?
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Forgive me if I'm out of line here 'cause I know DT is a sponsor here and has a strong rep, but this just sounds like someone trying to sell something a little more expensive to (most likely) make some more money off the deal.
Wouldn't the need for a 10" wide wheel be determined more by the tires WIDTH than by the tire's OD? I realize that OD will play a small part in the equation, but wouldn't the width be much more critical?
FWIW, I ran a 33x12.5 on a 15x8 and had zero problems. What should make a 35x12.5 alot different on the same 15x8 wheel?
Wouldn't the need for a 10" wide wheel be determined more by the tires WIDTH than by the tire's OD? I realize that OD will play a small part in the equation, but wouldn't the width be much more critical?
FWIW, I ran a 33x12.5 on a 15x8 and had zero problems. What should make a 35x12.5 alot different on the same 15x8 wheel?
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Is there a difference in caliper size or dimensions between the Rubicon, Sahara, and X models? I have an 08 Rubi and want to run 15's.
Who here is running 15's on a Rubi?
Are you using spacers? Had to grind calipers?
Who here is running 15's on a Rubi?
Are you using spacers? Had to grind calipers?
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This has been discussed. Seems it's hit or miss from wheel to wheel. Some grinded to gain clearance and some didn't need to grind with same wheel.
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i run 15x10 Eagle Alloys series 185... look great, shit rims... they started rusting after 1 month, teflon flakes off. 10" rim make the truck looks pretty stout and the little bit more contact on the trail makes a HUGE difference...
i know that gringing calipers has been done for years, but for me i would rather just grind the "dimples" off the back of the Cragars, or run 3/4" spacers. if you ever have a brake issue that needs warranty, i am pretty sure that they would not cover it.
just my $0.02
i know that gringing calipers has been done for years, but for me i would rather just grind the "dimples" off the back of the Cragars, or run 3/4" spacers. if you ever have a brake issue that needs warranty, i am pretty sure that they would not cover it.
just my $0.02
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What brand 2.5" lift is That? My neighbor has a Jeep like yours with a BDS 3" lift and 33x12.50's on 15's and he doesnt have near the wheel well showing as you.
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I am currently running 37x12.5 15 on a 15x8 soft 8 wheel with 3.5 backspacing, had to run a 1/4 spacer in front, to pull wheel away from caliper, only rubs in the front, could have grounded but didn't want to go that route, there are different wheels out there that do not rub, just go with what some of the other folks are running, if you try something new just do a test fit, i know the rock crawler street locks don't have a issue, and the d wholes, that is just what a few of my friends put on there jks.
as far as width, had 16x10s with 35 12.5, aired down, not to good about staying seated on bead, same pressure with 37 12.5s on a 8 wide and same air pressure, works well and make for a softer ride.
as far as width, had 16x10s with 35 12.5, aired down, not to good about staying seated on bead, same pressure with 37 12.5s on a 8 wide and same air pressure, works well and make for a softer ride.