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33s??? 35s??? HELP!!!

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Old Oct 14, 2010 | 09:54 PM
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I was kinda pissed but the Kelly fierce 315/75 measure just under 34. But they've been great tires and are easy in the wallet.
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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 02:37 AM
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Originally Posted by flipmachine
No joke, last month I picked up a set of new Mickey Thompson Baja claws, everyone on here said just by 35's, I didnt and got 33's, last week I picked up a set of 35 nitto mud grapplers, forget about the 33's and just get 35's.

Thats what I want to do. I have 33's should have got 35's. trust me expensive mistake.
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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 02:42 AM
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Yep don't waste your time with 33's go with the 35's its only an 1" difference. Especially if you have 4.10s
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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 02:47 AM
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Just get 35s. In the alternative, get 34s. Thats what I did. 305-70-17 Goodyear MTRS with Kevlar. They measure 34.1 on a mounted rim without weight of jeep on it.
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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 03:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Dlampe
The Kelley Safari TSR 315/70-17 is about 34.5. I have those on my Jeep and they ride pretty well and are pretty quiet.
Awesome tire and the price is great. Mine have about 7k miles and no sign of wear. They also perform off road really well and air down nice to form over rocks.

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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by jpizzle10

Not sure if I will be regearing. If I did it would be down the road. Just can't afford it right now. That's what I'm worried about, the JK being a dog. I mean right now its not bad at all with stock tires and 4.10s.....
I put 35x12.50-17 KM2's on my 2dr Rubi (4.10's) auto. They measure 34" with a level across the tread and measuring to the ground with 30psi in them. I also bought a Superchip Flashpaq to correct the speedo and get some power back. We have a lot of rolling hills around here so I get more downshifting than before but it's not terrible. I'll probably re-gear down the road, but I've got driveshafts to deal with first. Having said all that, you'll be fine with 35's on your auto with 4.10's and, with a Flashpaq, my mpg is about the same as before the tires and lift. Go 35's and don't look back.
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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 05:24 AM
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get the 35's youll be dissapointed if you dont. I just mounted my 35x12.50 MRTs w. Kevlar and they look awsome

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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 05:29 AM
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I just put 305 KM2 on mine with a 17x9 -12 offset rim and it only rubs slightly when i put it in reverse, cut the tires adn gas it. Id go with 35's if you have the 2.5" lift, itd fill that fender gap up and look better in my opinion.
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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 07:08 AM
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Wow, thanks for all the responses guys. I'm definitely leaning towards the 35 inch tire now. Judging by all your responses, I'd hate to buy a tire that was just barely taller than the one I have now. Now comes the hard part of deciding which one. KM2 or Kelly Safari look pretty appealing. Thanks for the picture posts too!
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Old Oct 15, 2010 | 07:43 AM
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I am really enjoying the KM2's...they measure 34.25 mounted on the jeep, and they have made a huge difference in apperance and most of all on the trail. They are an awesome tire. You wont regret buying them. Good luck whatever you decide on.
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