33 or 35 tires for LJ?

ranger266

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Hey guys,

So just got my wrap design done and about to install new fender on my 05 LJ.

Now for new rims and tires so 33 or 35? 18" Rim thoughts?

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Whichever size gets you over the stuff you go over. I generally think the rule of 1/2 the tire size is correct. E.g. a 35" tire looks good on a 17" wheel. 18"+ all just look like brodozer rubber band tires on 35s or less.
 
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So looking like everyone is leaning 33" and 17".

What would I have to do for 35"?

Current Config:
31" 17"
2.5" lift

Just ordered the Adams Heavy Duty Front/Rear Driveshafts

https://www.extremeterrain.com/adam...-cv-greaseable-driveshaft-9706-tj-exclud.html
I think most are leaning 35" + 17"... though that said, you won't clear 35"s with only 2.5" of lift. You'll barely be able to clear 33"s with 2.5" of lift, though this will obviously be Mall Crawlin', so you can likely get away with it.

For 33", almost all would say 15". Personally, I still prefer 35"s on 15"s for a TJ simply because the 35" x 17" options suck for a TJ (they're all heavier load range tires and will have a poor ride). TJ wheel options in 17" suck donkey d*%^ as well.
 
The Unlimited's longer wheelbase would make me choose 35" tires on a 17" wheel. For 35's my personal choice of lift would be a 4" suspension lift with a 1" to 1.25" body lift plus an upgraded tie rod at a minimum. The TJ's factory hollow tie rod won't last long with 35" tires.
Thx Jerry!