Like allot of other people, I've been thinking about replacing my aging stock Rubicon BFG's with some 33" tires. I'd like to get a set of the new MTR's. Due to some hard wheeling, I need new rims when it's time to replace the tires (I broke the bead casting off one of my rims).
What size aftermarket rims should I be looking at if I want to fit 33's with only a 1.75 Daystar leveling kit? What back space should I look for?
I'm specifically interested in the Cragar soft 8's.
Thanks,
Nathan

 

I'm running 33x11.50 on 16x8's with 4.5in of backspacing with no lift and I have no rubbing issues. I'd definately get 16's unless you specifically know that someone else has ran the exact same 15" wheel you are looking at with no issues. I have heard that some 15"ers won't clear the calipers but some will.

 

I believe 16" tires are cheaper than 17" tires... something to keep in mind.
You will need 4.5" backspacing on your new wheels.