Anyone regret 35s?
JK Freak
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Clearfield, Utah
I like the look of the 35's, but do not like the suspension issues, drive shaft issues, and axle issues that came with them. I forgot about the re-gearing I had to do as well, to get my gas mileage back to 12 mph. I think the problem all JK people have is they want their rigs to look as bad as they can, and it does not matter if the mod ever does anything for performance, it just looks better. Good luck with your decision.
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JK Freak
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: NE-OH
I don't want 37's that's just huge for me. I was debating 33's, 34's, 35's and wanted to make sure I don't regret 35's
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Edmonton,alberta
I like the look of the 35's, but do not like the suspension issues, drive shaft issues, and axle issues that came with them. I forgot about the re-gearing I had to do as well, to get my gas mileage back to 12 mph. I think the problem all JK people have is they want their rigs to look as bad as they can, and it does not matter if the mod ever does anything for performance, it just looks better. Good luck with your decision.
JK Newbie
Joined: Feb 2011
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From: Some FORT named SMITH in AR
so can the D44 handle the weight w/o the C gussets and not bend after awhile? and once you get over 3" what can you do about the front driveshaft? cause in know in the 4 drs the rear dosnt have any problems.
JK Jedi Master
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Austin <--> Colorado Springs
so can the D44 handle the weight w/o the C gussets and not bend after awhile?
And a lot of people with completely stock rigs have bent and/or broken the housings.
Roll the dice.
and once you get over 3" what can you do about the front driveshaft?
JK Newbie
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Raleigh, NC
I originally went with 33's and when I picked up my Jeep I wasn't happy with them. The 33's looked almost stock to me. The owner of the shop had recommended I get 35's, but I thought it would be too aggressive for my daily driver. When I told him I didn't like the 33's, he pulled them off and mounted up the 35's. I've been very happy with the performance and look.
I have a 6-speed and 3.73 gears and I don't think I need to re-gear.
I have a 6-speed and 3.73 gears and I don't think I need to re-gear.
It is usually the other way around. I didn't keep my 35s long before going to 37s.
JK Newbie
Joined: Feb 2011
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From: New Orleans, LA
I drive my JK 40 miles a day and went from 33s to 35s and I like everyone else keep thinking maybe I should have gone 37.....about the only thing I'm tired of is people asking what kinda gas mileage I get and I always respond, I don't drive a jeep for the mpg.....f*$# it, go with 40s while you're at it!
JK Super Freak
Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Hinton, OK
I drive my JK 40 miles a day and went from 33s to 35s and I like everyone else keep thinking maybe I should have gone 37.....about the only thing I'm tired of is people asking what kinda gas mileage I get and I always respond, I don't drive a jeep for the mpg.....f*$# it, go with 40s while you're at it!
