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Old Dec 31, 2013 | 12:21 AM
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Originally Posted by ncalenda
What 35's fit on the OEM rims? I found 34's, 33's and 32's.
If you're going by the recommended wheel size charts, then you probably won't find any. But, there are plenty of folks running 35s (and larger!) on stock rims. There is a problem with larger chains (Wal-mart, etc) not being willing to mount tires on rim sizes that aren't specifically recommended, but mom and pop shops are usually quite cooperative. For off road, a narrower rim is sometimes referred to as a poor man's beadlock because it holds the tire better than a wider rim when aired down.

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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 04:58 PM
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Awesome! Thank y'all so very much for the warm welcome, awesome ideas and photos, and just the overall info!
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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 05:29 PM
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I also wanted some lift and wanted to be able to run a little bit larger of tire and have a daily driver with a close-to-stock ride...ended up going with rough country 2.5" series II, 1.5" spidertrax spacers (needed to not have any rubbing at full turn), goodyear duratrac 315/70 tires...I love it. I do notice a bit less power on the freeway though, because of the larger tires and auto transmission. Check out the pic.

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2.5" Rough Country Budget Boost with 315/70/17 Duratracs - Before and After Pics: - JeepForum.com
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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 05:51 PM
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Do you have a budget in mind cause this will really drive your options. You can do a budget lift for $500 parts or you can spend several thousand. If you have that kind of cash to invest I think it's well worth it to get a kit with adjustable control arms and adjustable track bars. The sky is the limit. Just remember the bigger/taller you go the more you affect other things.

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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by davefisher
I also wanted some lift and wanted to be able to run a little bit larger of tire and have a daily driver with a close-to-stock ride...ended up going with rough country 2.5" series II, 1.5" spidertrax spacers (needed to not have any rubbing at full turn), goodyear duratrac 315/70 tires...I love it. I do notice a bit less power on the freeway though, because of the larger tires and auto transmission. Check out the pic. <img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=520790"/> Just look around for a jeep you like the look of...I got my inspiration from this guy... 2.5" Rough Country Budget Boost with 315/70/17 Duratracs - Before and After Pics: - JeepForum.com
I really like what you've done! That's basically what I'm looking for! I will definitely have to look into what you've done.
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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 06:01 PM
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Well... My budget is low/simple I guess you'd say. I've found a Teraflex 2.5" for like $350 so I don't think I want to spend way over that for a leveling kit and the tires and rims well y'all know the price of those ha. I have pictures I like of other peoples jeeps, but I can't tell what they've done to them. I think I've put too much thought into it and now I've confused myself haha.
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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 06:15 PM
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Here is mine when I had 2.5" TF coil lift and 35" tires.
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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 06:21 PM
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33s with rough country 2.5 inch budget boost with 4.75 inches back spacing on the wheels (lifts front and rear, front more)

Last three are 3.5 inch coil lift with 35s with 3.5 inch of back spacing on the wheels (front is also higher than rear because I like it like that)
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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 06:22 PM
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For me I came across a look that made stop and look closer...



I didn't try to copy the yellow one, I just stumbled on a look that I liked, I guess it's kind of like bringing paint and fabric samples when you go shopping for fancy furniture.

My goal was to spend the $ for off road improvements, which exactly opposite of what your doing, but if you go through some of the threads like 2 doors only, or show us your 37's etc.

Here's what I wound up with...I think I put together a nice looking Jeep without copying the yellow one!



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Old Jan 3, 2014 | 06:28 AM
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Alright yall... I really appreciate everyones help and thoughts...oh and patience with me! Now I have some more questions...

What is the difference between these:

SkyJacker 2' Budget Boost Skyjacker 2" Budget Boost for 07-13 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec

TeraFlex 2.5" Budget Boost without Shocks Teraflex 1355200 - TeraFlex 2.5" Budget Boost without Shocks for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec

TeraFlex 2.5" Budget Boost & Shock Adapters Teraflex 1355210 - TeraFlex 2.5" Budget Boost & Shock Adapters for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec

TeraFlex 2.5" Budget Boost with Shocks TeraFlex 2.5" Budget Boost with Shocks for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec

Do I need shocks? Why is the Teraflex more pricey than the SkyJacker? Are those ^^^ the right leveling kits I need to be looking at? What spacers do I need for my wheels/tires?

More Detailed- All I am wanting to do for now is level out my Jeep. I am going to keep my stock wheels and tires for now. My budget for the leveling kit is no more than $400-450 (not including spacers if I need them) I am also wanting to order the leveling kit and spacers (if needed) from quadratec.com -I have a 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport (4-door), Black
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