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Old Jan 4, 2017 | 07:39 PM
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Is it possible to install 315/75r16 gy duratrac tires on 16x8 4.25 backspace steel rims with stock flares, stock jeep 2013 jkur 10a due to the 19/60 springs? Until i install à 3-3.5 lift when spring/summer is coming. Already have adj arms and direction parts.. already have tires and wheels from last jeep. Thanks
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Old Jan 4, 2017 | 11:37 PM
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So that's a 34.6x12.4x16... I think you'll at least need spacers and still think you'll rub.
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Old Jan 5, 2017 | 12:47 AM
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4.25" backspace is fine, but the tires won't tuck up inside the wheel wells anymore. Probably rub on the lower flare edge when hitting dips and such.
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Old Jan 5, 2017 | 02:05 AM
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It will work.... Avoid full lock and don't expect to do any flexing. Depending on when your 13 was made you might have to trim the pinch seam. Some Early 13's have the pinch seam in the rear but then they did the delete later that year.
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Old Jan 5, 2017 | 09:02 AM
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I installed the same size tires before doing my lift. You will have to cut the Rubi rails. Don't bother putting them on till you do.

I had cut fenders so I can't tell you how that'll work in ur case.

I had rubbing on the frame and sway Bart's full turn, but my BS is 4.5". In not sure if even 4.25" wouldn't rub, albeit it'll be less than I rubbed. Once I did my 3.5" lift, all rubbing went away.
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Old Jan 5, 2017 | 09:59 AM
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Yep my 2013 jkur 10a have factory trimmed pinch seam, however the 10a sliders are protuding a lot. I remember i cut 2" on my old rubi slider on my 2011 jku sahara. Thanks for input guys. Probably will go forward and install tires this week...
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