Fitting 35's
JK Enthusiast
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From: Morganton, GA.
I cut the pinch seam.
Best thing to do is toss on the tires and flex it some where. Just not on a trail run. This should show you what you need to do.
I have true 35's and a 2.5 coil and had to trim 1" off the rubi rock rail and I bent the pinch seam. (I was rubbing on speed bumps.) However, cutting the pinch seam is a better option as the paint chips and peals when you bend it. If you cut it (sawzall) you can then do a light sanding a little black paint to protect the body from rust.
I have true 35's and a 2.5 coil and had to trim 1" off the rubi rock rail and I bent the pinch seam. (I was rubbing on speed bumps.) However, cutting the pinch seam is a better option as the paint chips and peals when you bend it. If you cut it (sawzall) you can then do a light sanding a little black paint to protect the body from rust.
JK Enthusiast
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From: Athens,Greece
i run BFGs ATs 315/70/17(34inch measured) with an 2inch OME lift (actual height gains was 2.5inch) and i dont rub in the pinch seam even at full flex. When at full flex though i rub at the fenders even i use bumpstops
Thats why i am going to do an 1.25inch RC body lift. Go on with the 35s project it really worth it.
Thats why i am going to do an 1.25inch RC body lift. Go on with the 35s project it really worth it.
Last edited by orfanidisnikolaos; Jun 22, 2011 at 10:00 AM.
JK Jedi
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From: REDONDO BEACH, CA
Originally Posted by felix_434
stupid question from the newbie. What's the pinch seam? 
JK Enthusiast
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From: Morganton, GA.
pinch seam
Look at the rear tire toward the front of the jeep in the fender well. You will see a peice of metal that really looks out of place.(That is the pinch seam.) If you have big tires it gives you an uncomfortable feeling.
JK Freak
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From: NE-OH
Stop with the pinch seam trimming posts.
It is most likely NOT needed.
I have 35s with no lift and flexed it to check. It will NOT contact the pinch corners!
Now my 35s are on the small side (duratracks) so I recommend flexing your setup and checking but posting that triming pinch to fit 35s is requiered is simpley not accurate.
my .02
It is most likely NOT needed.
I have 35s with no lift and flexed it to check. It will NOT contact the pinch corners!
Now my 35s are on the small side (duratracks) so I recommend flexing your setup and checking but posting that triming pinch to fit 35s is requiered is simpley not accurate.
my .02
JK Freak
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From: NE-OH
As I said, probably best for everyone to check with the setup they have.
I checked mine and could not get it to contact. I feel comfortable with it.
When I get a lift I will feel even more comfortable.
My .02 so take it or leave it. No hard feelings.
