Tire Upgrade Question
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JK Newbie
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From: Minneapolis, MN
Tire Upgrade Question
Hey All,
I'm going to be upgrading my Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 245/70/17 to Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 35x12.5x17. Does anyone know if there will be an issue with my stock wheel width or backspacing?
I'm going to be upgrading my Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 245/70/17 to Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 35x12.5x17. Does anyone know if there will be an issue with my stock wheel width or backspacing?
JK Junkie
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You'll rub a bit with the stock wheels. Many run 4-4.5" back spacing or wheels spacers. Another consideration, do you have a lift? No lift + 35's, you'll rub over bumps and simple off cambers pulling into/out of parking lots.
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JK Newbie
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From: Minneapolis, MN
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JK Newbie
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From: Minneapolis, MN
No not for looks. I do some offroading. It's just that I now need new tires and figured I'd try to take advantage of the rebate and upgrade to a larger sized tire all at once.
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