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07-11-2016, 02:53 PM
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Yeah, definitely mixed opinions. I do like the fact that, if they work, I wouldn't have to balance them every couple months. But most say at 31's to just get weights installed. At this point, I don't know if my tires can even be balanced. Driving me crazy because I have a shimmy at 45 to 55, but then nothing above or below. What would you recommend for a personal standpoint? I'm not really ready for 33's, but I could try to be.
07-11-2016, 08:24 PM
I really hope 15" tires are around for a while as we buy a lot of them every year for the business trailers (4) and my race car hauler not so often.
I run 15" tires on both of the cars my wife's 67 Mustang a 15x12" & 15x3 1/2" on mine it has 15x10.5's a class requirement with a 15x3 1/2" front. Both slicks and drag radials are very costly way more than 4x4 tires depending on compound.
Before I replied I called a friend who owns a large tire shop and asked him about sales of 15" tires and he replied that 16's topped the list of sales lots of trucks in this area then 17's for cars with 15's still in 3rd place. Still a lot of older cars on the road down here in this area.
I run 15" tires on both of the cars my wife's 67 Mustang a 15x12" & 15x3 1/2" on mine it has 15x10.5's a class requirement with a 15x3 1/2" front. Both slicks and drag radials are very costly way more than 4x4 tires depending on compound.
Before I replied I called a friend who owns a large tire shop and asked him about sales of 15" tires and he replied that 16's topped the list of sales lots of trucks in this area then 17's for cars with 15's still in 3rd place. Still a lot of older cars on the road down here in this area.
You are old enough......so you keep saying :P
Do you remember when 13" and 14" wheels were a common size?
I never said they won't be around, just limited.
Guys take for granted that whatever their experience is will always be.
Trailer tires will always be.
07-11-2016, 08:28 PM
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I can name quite a few actually.... you need do some research.
Kia, Hyundai,Honda, Suzuki, Mitsubishi, Fiat, Smart, Mini, i can go on if you want...
07-11-2016, 08:40 PM
07-14-2016, 08:57 AM
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Kind of a dumb question, but my steering makes bad poppong sounds when turning, found that it's coming from the trackbar bracket, you think getting an aftermarket bracket will get rid of this? I think it's probably screwing with my alignment too because I've gotten 2 alignments and my front tires are still wearing bad on the insides.
Rubicon Express adj. trackbar currently on with their steering stabilizer, and ZJ tie rod. Other than that stock steering components.
Rubicon Express adj. trackbar currently on with their steering stabilizer, and ZJ tie rod. Other than that stock steering components.
07-14-2016, 07:47 PM
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I'm looking at getting a set of these http://www.extremeterrain.com/mammot...8-J100620.html they're for the TJ & YJ, so they have the same bolt pattern, just curious if there's any other reason they might not fit? Way I understand it that if bolt pattern is the same, then I'm good.
07-14-2016, 08:03 PM
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I'm looking at getting a set of these http://www.extremeterrain.com/mammot...8-J100620.html they're for the TJ & YJ, so they have the same bolt pattern, just curious if there's any other reason they might not fit? Way I understand it that if bolt pattern is the same, then I'm good.
07-14-2016, 08:04 PM
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I'm looking at getting a set of these http://www.extremeterrain.com/mammot...8-J100620.html they're for the TJ & YJ, so they have the same bolt pattern, just curious if there's any other reason they might not fit? Way I understand it that if bolt pattern is the same, then I'm good.
07-14-2016, 08:20 PM
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Thanks, that's what I figured. I actually have wheels with the same backspacing now, but I don't really like them like I did originally so want something I know I'll like for a long time.
07-17-2016, 08:49 PM
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Fixing to pull the trigger on a lift/tires/rims and want to check and see if anyone else is running this set up to see if there are any rubbing issues.
Clayton 4.5" Long Arm w/SYE and drive shaft
GY MTR 33x12.50x15
Cragar D Window, Simulated Beadlocks, 15x10, 3.75 BS.
Anyone running this without any kind of spacers and fender trimming aside, not having any rubbing issues?
Thanks in advance!
Clayton 4.5" Long Arm w/SYE and drive shaft
GY MTR 33x12.50x15
Cragar D Window, Simulated Beadlocks, 15x10, 3.75 BS.
Anyone running this without any kind of spacers and fender trimming aside, not having any rubbing issues?
Thanks in advance!
07-17-2016, 09:00 PM
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Fixing to pull the trigger on a lift/tires/rims and want to check and see if anyone else is running this set up to see if there are any rubbing issues.
Clayton 4.5" Long Arm w/SYE and drive shaft
GY MTR 33x12.50x15
Cragar D Window, Simulated Beadlocks, 15x10, 3.75 BS.
Anyone running this without any kind of spacers and fender trimming aside, not having any rubbing issues?
Thanks in advance!
Clayton 4.5" Long Arm w/SYE and drive shaft
GY MTR 33x12.50x15
Cragar D Window, Simulated Beadlocks, 15x10, 3.75 BS.
Anyone running this without any kind of spacers and fender trimming aside, not having any rubbing issues?
Thanks in advance!
07-17-2016, 09:22 PM
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Lift and tires advice help
going to be my first cherokee build, and im not sure on the lift and tire size i should put on, and if you guys are going to tell me pricey lifts then tell me what size tires i can go without lifting so that i dont rub too much or have to cut alot while im waiting on money for the lift... or if i ran wheel spacers would that help and if so how wide
07-17-2016, 10:07 PM
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going to be my first cherokee build, and im not sure on the lift and tire size i should put on, and if you guys are going to tell me pricey lifts then tell me what size tires i can go without lifting so that i dont rub too much or have to cut alot while im waiting on money for the lift... or if i ran wheel spacers would that help and if so how wide
235/75R15 are the largest that will fit without lifting or trimming. You can fit 33x12.5R15 tires without lifting if you trim the crap out of your Jeep.
What do you want to do?
07-17-2016, 10:13 PM
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id like to know what the best lift / tire combo would be without changing any arms or brake lines or anything, and the 235/75R15's would be able to turn without any trimming? and what lift would you reccomend if i were to go with the 33x12.5R15's ? sorry if im being confusing