285/75R17 or 315/70R17 ??
09-17-2013, 02:27 AM
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So there's no way to run a 35" without a bigger lift? If I read the above correctly, trimming the pinch seam may be okay for onroad use. Offroad, I'm going to rub even after trimming. Is that correct? And if the tires run closer to 34", will that make a difference? Thanks guys.
Here are my 33"s stuffed up in the back:
<img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=498211"/>
Here are my 33"s stuffed up in the back:
<img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=498211"/>
09-17-2013, 03:59 AM
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You can run 35 with no lift but you nead at least: flat fenders, trimmed air dam and pinch seams. With rear adjustable control arms you might not need to trim your pinch seams.
Rockkrawler control arms moves the rear end back 1" that is the reason you don't need to cut the pinch seam with 35. But looks like it moves too far and you hit the rear bumper when flexing.
Rockkrawler control arms moves the rear end back 1" that is the reason you don't need to cut the pinch seam with 35. But looks like it moves too far and you hit the rear bumper when flexing.
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09-17-2013, 02:00 PM
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I hit more than that. Thats why Im modifying that bumper and gutting the rear fenders. It will look good when Im done. Its all temporary until I get a tire carrier.
09-17-2013, 02:17 PM
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mine did not fit on stock spare carrier. I purchased the teraflex HD hinge with adjustable carrier but not installed yet. Pretty good reviews on this product. A litlle bit expensive but you get what you pay for.
09-17-2013, 02:22 PM
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09-17-2013, 02:35 PM
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How? Do you have longer control arms in the back?? Below is a picture of 35's on stock control arms (passenger side in front of the wheel) and you can see how close the tire is to the pinch seam without even flexing it out. My thumb is on the rubi rail and the color is the pinch seam where it should be cut.
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09-17-2013, 02:45 PM
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I tried to get better pics, but the iPhone camera is shite when its bright outside. So I roughly have 3-just over 3in of clearance between the pinch seam. It may get cut any way. But Im in lazy mode right now and dont feel like doin anything...lol