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Old 02-18-2017, 09:11 AM
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I'm sticking with my stock rims for now. But looking for an aggressive looking set of tires in 285/70/17. I've been looking at terra grapplers, but I'm not sure they have enough of an aggressive look for my taste. Pics would be appreciated.
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I put General Grabber AT2's on mine. That exact size. Bought them at Tire Rack
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If you don't drive in mud the Terra Grapplers are good. They are quiet on the highway.
They tend to load up in mud and turn into slicks.

GY Duratracs look more aggressive (and work much better in mud/snow) but are also more noisy on the highway. Not terrible, but you can hear a difference.

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I highly recommend the Nitto Ridge Grapplers. Very good on the street and off road, and have an aggressive look.
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Could I get away with 285/75/17 tires with spacers and no lift? Anyone ran this set up?
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This is 285/75R17, stock suspension, wheels with 4.5" BS so as long as you run spaces that push the stock wheels out they'll fit.

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Nitto Ridge Grapplers for the win!
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I went with Nitto Ridge Grapplers on my JK.
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I went ahead and stuck with 285/70/17. I ordered the Nitto Trail grapplers. Hopefully they will look good.
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Originally Posted by Ryan0260
I highly recommend the Nitto Ridge Grapplers. Very good on the street and off road, and have an aggressive look.
I agree with the Nitto Ridge Grapplers. I believe there are two different sidewalls that you can choose from as well.


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