16" or 17" wheels for 33" tires
09-14-2013, 04:06 PM
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09-14-2013, 04:24 PM
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Not sold on 35s
I'm still not sold on 35s. I would LIKE 35s, but I can't believe they are only $10/2 lbs per tire. I guess it depends on the tire and tread.
Would 35's with wheels with proper backspacing fit under my stock suspension? I won't be lifting it for a little while.
I've seen other threads where other owners have suggested that running 35s with a 3.21 diff would not be a good idea, especially for a DD.
I'm leaning way more toward the 33's, maybe 34's, but that might be pushing it still. Looking probably at Duratracs. I'm still trying to research the right tire. Getting feedback from other JK owners helps.
Would 35's with wheels with proper backspacing fit under my stock suspension? I won't be lifting it for a little while.
I've seen other threads where other owners have suggested that running 35s with a 3.21 diff would not be a good idea, especially for a DD.
I'm leaning way more toward the 33's, maybe 34's, but that might be pushing it still. Looking probably at Duratracs. I'm still trying to research the right tire. Getting feedback from other JK owners helps.
09-14-2013, 05:02 PM
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If you are concerned with budget/mpg/3.21 gears and not lifting immediately I would recommend going with 285/70R17 Duratracs (or something comparable) on the factory 17" wheels. Most people with 35's seem to prefer 4.10-4.56 gears. The 33's will work just fine with the lift you are planning. Going too big on the tires and not being able to do the rest can make for a rough time until you can. Just my $.02.
09-14-2013, 05:09 PM
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I'm still not sold on 35s. I would LIKE 35s, but I can't believe they are only $10/2 lbs per tire. I guess it depends on the tire and tread.
Would 35's with wheels with proper backspacing fit under my stock suspension? I won't be lifting it for a little while.
I've seen other threads where other owners have suggested that running 35s with a 3.21 diff would not be a good idea, especially for a DD.
I'm leaning way more toward the 33's, maybe 34's, but that might be pushing it still. Looking probably at Duratracs. I'm still trying to research the right tire. Getting feedback from other JK owners helps.
Would 35's with wheels with proper backspacing fit under my stock suspension? I won't be lifting it for a little while.
I've seen other threads where other owners have suggested that running 35s with a 3.21 diff would not be a good idea, especially for a DD.
I'm leaning way more toward the 33's, maybe 34's, but that might be pushing it still. Looking probably at Duratracs. I'm still trying to research the right tire. Getting feedback from other JK owners helps.
09-14-2013, 05:10 PM
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If you are concerned with budget/mpg/3.21 gears and not lifting immediately I would recommend going with 285/70R17 Duratracs (or something comparable) on the factory 17" wheels. Most people with 35's seem to prefer 4.10-4.56 gears. The 33's will work just fine with the lift you are planning. Going too big on the tires and not being able to do the rest can make for a rough time until you can. Just my $.02.
09-14-2013, 06:02 PM
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09-14-2013, 06:04 PM
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09-14-2013, 06:06 PM
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Have you completely ruled out 15's? Cheaper route especially if you like the 33's
I did the duratracs in 33x12.5x15. Great ride for a mostly DD but still a solid set-up for weekend fun
I did the duratracs in 33x12.5x15. Great ride for a mostly DD but still a solid set-up for weekend fun