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Wheel and Tire Recommendations?

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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by sringer
On the silver jeeps I really like the look of this type of wheel. Maybe not this exactly. But something like it. I run the xd addict. It's a 17" wheel. I purposely went Bfg km2 because they run small yet are an amazing tire. So I went 35x12.5x17 and it's essentially a 33. Here are some pics
Agree, I like the Black XD addict on silver because the black matches the trim and it has the little silver knobs that match the paint. They alomst look like they were made for the silver jeeps.
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by SergeantChuck
Here is a picture for you.
Now that's a very nice looking rig!
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Old Nov 26, 2011 | 07:46 AM
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Thanks so much to everyone with this - your advice and recommendations have been invaluable. I think I'm going to go with 15" MB72's and duratrac 33"x12.50's.
Now, if i could bother you guys with just a couple more questions Ill be all ready to make my order!!
1.) These wheels will fit these tires, right?
2.) Should i get a lift kit? I know it is possible to clear 33's w/o one, but is there still rubbing? if so, would a teraflex 2.5in lift get the job done?
3.) which finish should i order regarding the wheels? I want them to look like this:

http://mefi.us/images/fuelly/car/74828.jpg

Again, I'd like to thank all of you for helping me build my dream jk. Pictures soon to follow.
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Old Nov 26, 2011 | 09:05 AM
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A 33x12.5 will rub off-road, especially if you disconnect.

You must have a lift or increased bumpstops or trimmed/flat fenders.
305/65R17 measures a bit under 33" and is about 12" wide.

This rim has 4.5" of backspacing so it only rubs the flare. I am running the teraflex leveling kit.


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Old Dec 28, 2011 | 07:43 AM
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so will these wheels:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/4-New-15X8-5...ht_1919wt_1141

fit these tires:?

http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....20027&pID=4495

I'm also getting a 2" leveling lift to ensure clearance.
thanks again for everyone's help!
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Old Dec 28, 2011 | 07:44 AM
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and also, will i need anything past what ive posted in order to install the wheels?
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