JK Tire questions
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vtsoundman
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Having gone down the mod path on various vehicles, I have come to learn the stock/close to stock systems are usually the most robust (there are exceptions, but...). If your intended use is hard core wheelin', go with 35s and a decent >2.5" lift/flat fenders. If it is like most folks, mod the suspension to meet your usage (heavy overlander, light camping/backpacker, utility user, etc).
Honestly, I don't like wide tires...they sap gas and rob power. Went the wide route with my suburban for a while and ultimately came back to tall/skinny. Much happier.
I borrowed from a buddy and swapped in 255/85/16s on my Jeep for a test drive - and liked the way it felt. It was an off brand tire that I cannot recall the name of... I'm in the process of evaluating the next tall/skinny tire for an upcoming suspension refresh/lift.
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Having gone down the mod path on various vehicles, I have come to learn the stock/close to stock systems are usually the most robust (there are exceptions, but...). If your intended use is hard core wheelin', go with 35s and a decent >2.5" lift/flat fenders. If it is like most folks, mod the suspension to meet your usage (heavy overlander, light camping/backpacker, utility user, etc).
Honestly, I don't like wide tires...they sap gas and rob power. Went the wide route with my suburban for a while and ultimately came back to tall/skinny. Much happier.
I borrowed from a buddy and swapped in 255/85/16s on my Jeep for a test drive - and liked the way it felt. It was an off brand tire that I cannot recall the name of... I'm in the process of evaluating the next tall/skinny tire for an upcoming suspension refresh/lift.
My setup rocks for a do everything JK. I have the teraflex leveling kit, Monroe reflex monotube shocks (way better than the price suggests, better than the ranchos and bilstiens I used before), teraflex lower control arms to get my caster back to good, Added airbags in the rear to take our pop up, and upgraded to the teraflex tie rod, drag link, steering stabilizer, and running spicer (napa gold) ball joints. I am running 33" bfg ATs on pro comp wheels. This rig has taken us everywhere with zero issues in the complete setup. It rides better than stock, I think with the shocks and spacers just work fantastic together. I have kept my rig as light as possible just adding what is necessary, not what is WANTED.
Dzine07
Observer
35's look and fit just right on my JK. I've heard 37's require quite the investment so never went that route, prefer flat fenders and 35's if I run into clearance issues.
I had 33's on my last JK and it worked out great. I enjoyed the mpg and practicality of having tires closer to stock in size. The jeep was also lower with 33's which was nice. However fully loaded the jeep did sag and I did run into some issues on my way to our cabin which requires 4 low to get to.
Your needs will ultimately dictate what makes the most sense here. I don't foresee any regretful decision in your future.
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I had 33's on my last JK and it worked out great. I enjoyed the mpg and practicality of having tires closer to stock in size. The jeep was also lower with 33's which was nice. However fully loaded the jeep did sag and I did run into some issues on my way to our cabin which requires 4 low to get to.
Your needs will ultimately dictate what makes the most sense here. I don't foresee any regretful decision in your future.
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dirtlimo
Observer
Since no one has chimed in about 37's I guess I will. I love em!!
That being said, it does require some trade offs.
Weight, expense and fuel economy.
I'm guessing those are the 3 worst trade offs an over-lander can have.
I had the AEV 4.5 and got rid of it due to it being too rough off-road.
Went with EVO coils and Fox bypass with DSC, more control now and I feel a better ride.
I had Toyo MT's load range E's, and now I have the Nitto TG load range D. Much prefer the D's. Tires seem to be about the same in capability thus far.
I realize my setup is not the typical expedition setup, but I dig it every trip I can make. :beer:
That being said, it does require some trade offs.
Weight, expense and fuel economy.
I'm guessing those are the 3 worst trade offs an over-lander can have.
I had the AEV 4.5 and got rid of it due to it being too rough off-road.
Went with EVO coils and Fox bypass with DSC, more control now and I feel a better ride.
I had Toyo MT's load range E's, and now I have the Nitto TG load range D. Much prefer the D's. Tires seem to be about the same in capability thus far.
I realize my setup is not the typical expedition setup, but I dig it every trip I can make. :beer: