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Old 03-31-2009, 10:10 AM
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I have a Teraflex BB lift and im ready for new tires.
Im going to keep my stock Moab (OEM) rims but im thinking about going up to a BFG tire.
What size would be the best for clearence?
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33's would be a perfect fit but honestly, you could get 35's under there with just minor rubbing at a full stuff. this is the route i would go
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35s are to much tire.
This is a daily driver for me, untill i get a commuter car.
33 /? R17
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Originally Posted by Uticon
35s are to much tire.
This is a daily driver for me, untill i get a commuter car.
33 /? R17
if that's the case, yes, i would definitly go 33's R17
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With the stock rims you are going to want to go with a 285/70R17 or add wheel spacers if you want a wider tire.
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Originally Posted by Jeepin Dad
With the stock rims you are going to want to go with a 285/70R17 or add wheel spacers if you want a wider tire.
i agree...
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You could split the difference and get a 295/70/R17, they are almost 34" but in the real world size with weight on them they would probably measure 33.5". You would definately need some wheel spacers.
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Thanks for the quick feed back.
I dont want to have to get spacers as well.
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Then stick with 285/70/R17. It may rub a little on the plastic airdam, easily fixable with a Dremel or just pull it off.
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I've got 315/70-17s (ProComp Xtreme M/Ts) and like them a lot. They are nominally 34.6", but are actually slightly under 34". You'd need spacers or new wheels with less backspace though.


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