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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Saharaunlmtd
And here's a comparison of 33s on17s vs 35s on 15s. The 17s look like dubs on 40 series... <img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=588811"/>
I'm really liking he look of those 15s!
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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 01:35 PM
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I went 15's with 35's. Because there is so much rubber most people ask "Are those 37's"
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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by robsjeep9
I believe some 15" wheels you'll be running into other issues with brake calipers or what not.... Search it out..... Good luck
That's why I'm not crazy about 15s. They limit rotor size (think BBK) and tie rod selection.

Also, more sidewall = less street stability, especially evasive actions at highway speeds. If none of those things are a concern though, then they do look great and perform good on the trails.

It's really a personal thing.

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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 04:15 PM
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Procomp 15x8 with 3 3/4" backspace with centers off the stock 16" sport center caps wrapped in 35x12.5x15 BFG Km2's. Yes I grownd the calipers but, not much.
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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 04:42 PM
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I like the 15's my self, still debating if I want to go that route.. tire rack will list which one's fit (well, the one's they sell), as long as you do the wheel finder with your Jeep's info. This said, I've been told many a time that the 17 inchers are the new 15's.

This isn't my rig , but I do love the retro white wagon wheel look. Plus it gives me an idea of what mine would look like (same color).

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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 10:23 PM
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I got a used set of ProComp steel wheels for $150. They are 17x10 and 4.5" backspacing.
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