Tire size for 2" lift!

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06-20-2019, 05:53 PM

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Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee(XJ)

Engine: I6 4.0L

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Originally Posted by Very Red XJ

When I built my XJ I consulted with the best authority ARB could recommend about putting 245/75/16's with a two inch lift on a '99 XJ. This was his response:

My biggest concern is your tire choice. A 245/75 will rub on the fenders-especially in front- if you want to use that jeeps suspension fully. (steep driveways at an angle, larger bumps or disconnecting the swaybar for trail use)

You might consider trimming the fenders for full clearance with that tire, or consider running a 30x9.50-15 or a 235/75. 245/75's on a 2" lift will rub the fenders, even on normal street driving.

Feel free to call me at (316) 776-9900 if you want to discuss details, etc.

Thanks!
Dirk

Dirk Sanders
DPG Off-Road
(316) 776-9900
BTW, width matters as much as diameter if you want to do anything other then drive on the street

Just my 2 cents here... I just installed a 2" lift on mine, sits more like a 3" ish because my oem suspension was pretty shot and I replaced pretty much all of it including new full HD leaves in the back.
And I'm running a wider 235/75r 15...and I've got plenty of room for articulation and no rubbing back or front what so ever. And a 235 comes out to darn near a 30. I've got 3.55 gearing and no issues there either. Plus cost wise, 30s are generally cheaper too.