If the world works out right, the stars align and American Racing comes through I should have new wheels and 35's by the end of January

Here is my next decision. I will need to re-gear and probably add a rear bumper/tire carrier. I hope to get one ASAP and may need to wait a few months for the other.

Which would you do first? Gears or Bumper/ Tire Carrier.

I don't want to damage the tailgate, but I drive the Jeep a lot.

 

Get the gears first if you are confident that you'll get the tire carrier within a few months. The stock one will hold within that period. Some people have had really good luck. I was pushing mine.

 

Gears first. The stock tire carrier holds up fine with a 35.