33" or 35" Tires
05-21-2011 | 03:19 PM
#22
JK Newbie
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From: Independence, MO
I'm running a BDS 2" coil lift with Bushwacker Flat Fenders, and Nitto Trail Grappler 295/70/17. That tire looks really good with my setup, but 35's would look awesome. I'm kicking myself for not getting the 35's. 
05-21-2011 | 04:06 PM
#23
JK Newbie
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From: Fitzgerald, Ga
I thought the same thing about the 35s, but after getting the 295/R70/17 Nitto Trail Grapplers, I'm glad I did. I have not seen that big of a difference in performance and I was afraid the 35s would bog me down. I'm not ready to regear yet. Like you the Nittos look great with a 2.5 inch lift.
Last edited by rwarren; 05-22-2011 at 05:13 AM.
05-21-2011 | 05:35 PM
#24
JK Enthusiast
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From: Louisville, KY
05-21-2011 | 05:50 PM
#25
JK Freak
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From: Charleston, SC
Another vote for 35". The 4.10 gears, D44 front, and longer wheelbase on the JKU Rubi make 35's the best option. A 2" budget boost will work, but a quality 3" lift is about perfect. Flat fenders make it even better. The longer wheelbase of the JKU makes those extra inches really important for breakover angle. I've high centered mine a couple of times where TJ's on 33"s didn't have issues. Mine are 16" wheels with 315/75 tires that convert to 35".
05-23-2011 | 04:41 PM
#27
JK Freak
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From: Hamburg, ny
Originally Posted by Blakspire
I use the 50% rule on wheels. The max wheel size should be no more that 50% of the total tire height. Again, its my oppinion, but i'd rather have sidewall than wheel. 20's look rediculous.
