I have searched, and I still can't find the answer I need to a simple question.
01-27-2012 | 11:50 AM
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From: Attleboro, MA
01-27-2012 | 11:55 AM
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There are threads out here that discuss the differences in moving from 33" to a 35" tire. In my opinion, it's really not all 'that' simple. Aside from gearing, depending on who you talk to you're going to be encouraged to invest in c-gussets, sleeves, and a rear tire carrier too.
You may be able to throw big wheels on, and it may drive, but everyone has their own ideas of what is acceptable and what's not.
I've driven a 2dr running 4.10's on 35's.. and it while it was slower, it wasnt bad. It was about at the limit of what I'd consider acceptable though.
You may be able to throw big wheels on, and it may drive, but everyone has their own ideas of what is acceptable and what's not.
I've driven a 2dr running 4.10's on 35's.. and it while it was slower, it wasnt bad. It was about at the limit of what I'd consider acceptable though.
01-27-2012 | 12:11 PM
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From: New Windsor, NY
Well reading a lot over the past few months, i am at an impass.
1. Buy 33"s and do it the right way, for less and regret it
2. Buy 35's and budget it to an "acceptable" manner and deal with the negatives of not doing everything right the 1st time.
So basically what will make up my mind is keeping this on budget.
If I can get what I want for 2k +/- 100$ I will do it.
Otherwise I'll stick to 33's
1. Buy 33"s and do it the right way, for less and regret it
2. Buy 35's and budget it to an "acceptable" manner and deal with the negatives of not doing everything right the 1st time.
So basically what will make up my mind is keeping this on budget.
If I can get what I want for 2k +/- 100$ I will do it.
Otherwise I'll stick to 33's
01-27-2012 | 12:24 PM
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From: New Windsor, NY
It's not ness' a right or wrong way of doing it. A budget boost will acheive what you want doing it correctly, just the same as as $2000 4" lift kit. There's just different ways to go about lifting vehicles and for some the $2000 kit is perfect and they'll take full advantage of spending that money. Others who may only 4x4 a hand full of times a years, will benefit from a $200 budget boost kit as it keeps money in the bank for other items needed, but gets the looks and lift required.
You're main thing will be money and what tires/rims do you want. Do you want 15", 16" or 17" rims and tires. Obviously the larger size, the more $ you'll spend. So I'd say that'll be your determining factor there and if you look around for the right deals.
Nate
You're main thing will be money and what tires/rims do you want. Do you want 15", 16" or 17" rims and tires. Obviously the larger size, the more $ you'll spend. So I'd say that'll be your determining factor there and if you look around for the right deals.
Nate
01-27-2012 | 04:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Audiodogg
I thought Duratracs are only up to 33 but I could be mistaken, then it's the MT/R with Kevlar for 35s if you want Goodyear tires.
Nate
01-27-2012 | 07:13 PM
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From: fall river
Originally Posted by RubiKing
I bought 33's my 2 door about ayear and a half ago. And I instantly regretted not getting 35s. 2.5" of lift will be sufficient for 35s. I have a 2 inch spacer lift and a 1 inch body lift. My car drives well on the highway, but the 33s I have on them look small. Hopefully I will be getting 35s soon.
01-30-2012 | 07:26 AM
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Well looks like I will be purchasing 4 15x8 MB72's and 4 35x12.5x15 MTR Kevlars in a week or two. (sucks theyre on backorder)
and then I will sell my stockers and use the money from them to buy the 5th spare.