New here. So I’m rebuilding a 2000 TJ with My Son. I was wondering after installing a 4” suspension lift, if I would be able to fit 35x12.50 on a 16x8 rim without any rubbing. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Can I fit a 35X12.50R16 on a 16x8 wheel without rubbing?
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Not gonna be doing any off-road. More for My son when it’s done. Not sure what bump stops are. I’ll be changing the front and rear bumpers also. Not sure if that makes a difference
With just installing a 4" lift for not-so-much offroading, don't bother with 35's. Stick with 33's and you'll be much happier (likely safer too). If you don't believe me, just do some poking around on the forum here and you'll find 35's open "Pandora's box" if you're doing it right.
Yup, just do a 2 inch lift with 33s. All the look of an off roader without being an off roader. Exactly what a jeep was meant for....
You may want to read this link from the forum.
https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/a-beginners-guide-to-lifting-your-jeep-wrangler-tj.733/
Based on your post, it sounds like you may not be fully aware of the build capabilities of a TJ Jeep Wrangler.
35” tires on a 2007+ Jeep Wrangler is not hugely difficult. The 96-06 TJ were not built quite that way. There’s a significant amount of effort to go to 35’s and not have major issues. I don’t know your sons age, but if you’re doing this for a HS driver, there’s a lot to make a TJ safe with a 4” lift and 35’s.
You should start with that link and detail, and then there’s a “so you think you want to go to 35’s” thread as well. Lots to do.
can you, yes is the short answer. Many here will say that you “can”, but you’re going to have lots and lots of things going wrong to fix.
Rubicon88
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Oh boy...another 35" tire damn thee from the high above unless you invest...what is it now?? 8 thousand dollars???? When it appears the off roafing might be a speed bump in a parking lot.
Yes you can run 35's with a 4' lift.
I'd suggest using a 15x8 wheel with 3.75 back spacing.
Please note... unless you actually verified the wheel width of what you're using don't assume they're 8". That measurement is inside lip to inside lip. If buying new obviously the mfg will tell you but using some you "think" are 8" and actually are 7" is a bad idea.
The Jeep will take a wallop in the power department. 33 or 35... power is going down. Be prepared for that.
Be safe and go get some 35's.
Yes you can run 35's with a 4' lift.
I'd suggest using a 15x8 wheel with 3.75 back spacing.
Please note... unless you actually verified the wheel width of what you're using don't assume they're 8". That measurement is inside lip to inside lip. If buying new obviously the mfg will tell you but using some you "think" are 8" and actually are 7" is a bad idea.
The Jeep will take a wallop in the power department. 33 or 35... power is going down. Be prepared for that.
Be safe and go get some 35's.
AS I STATED..... yea you “can”.
Here’s information, 35” tires are heavy AF compared to what stock TJs were built to handle.
I put my 16 year old son in a 2005 Jeep TJ with a 4” lift and 33” tires (not even 35’s).
His drivers side stock rear axle snapped in parking lot after football or baseball practice, can’t recall which, a Cement parking lot with no major rock obstacles.
You posted it’s for your son, if he’s a HS kid, they may drive aggressive. The stock TJ brakes are not built for stopping 35’s in my opinion.
Oh and never mind the vibrations from the rear drive shaft apparently, all of that apparently doesn’t happen.
You can follow that advice and just go for it, what the hell it’s just your son and you may have a few more.
Or....you can read the threads I mentioned, educate yourself, and see if it’s a good idea to listen to some of the advice of people that work and build TJs, but opinions vary
Here’s information, 35” tires are heavy AF compared to what stock TJs were built to handle.
I put my 16 year old son in a 2005 Jeep TJ with a 4” lift and 33” tires (not even 35’s).
His drivers side stock rear axle snapped in parking lot after football or baseball practice, can’t recall which, a Cement parking lot with no major rock obstacles.
You posted it’s for your son, if he’s a HS kid, they may drive aggressive. The stock TJ brakes are not built for stopping 35’s in my opinion.
Oh and never mind the vibrations from the rear drive shaft apparently, all of that apparently doesn’t happen.
You can follow that advice and just go for it, what the hell it’s just your son and you may have a few more.
Or....you can read the threads I mentioned, educate yourself, and see if it’s a good idea to listen to some of the advice of people that work and build TJs, but opinions vary
Bump stops are not related to bumpers. New bumpers are a cool upgrade.
Bump stops are located inside the Coil Spring. They come down from the center, and they hit the lower spring perch. (Or a spacer that may be added)
Their function is to be set so that when the Jeep tire is being pushed up into the wheel well, the bump stops will hit and keep the axle from going further up, and having the tire hit and other components hit and cause damage.
These should be tested and checked when a lift and bigger tires are installed.
lets be honest here, if we are at defining bumps stops then we are miles away from understanding what the issues 35" wheels can produce.
can you do it ....................sure.
should you? most will tell you, no. you need supporting systems to ensure longevity of the components. or a savings account for when OE parts fail.
the brakes and steering are not really adequate for 35's. and a 4" lift is gonna require more than you expect.
can you do it ....................sure.
should you? most will tell you, no. you need supporting systems to ensure longevity of the components. or a savings account for when OE parts fail.
the brakes and steering are not really adequate for 35's. and a 4" lift is gonna require more than you expect.
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I have, but I was drunk ha.Have you ever seen a 1996 TJ or wrangler?
Typing fast....97-06 TJ
got me too.......... maybe 2" lift and a BL to get the rest.
IDK it seems the BL is used to get that extra inch more than it's used to not have to use that extra inch. it works both ways.
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