Rim and tire sizes?

Marc L

Marc L

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I just bought a 2002 Wrangler X it has a 2-1/2 lift on it. I would like to get the widest tire set-up for it with it not sticking out more than 1-2 inches from the fenders. Do any of you have an idea what works as far a rim sizes back spacing etc? I have attached a photo of what it has now.
Thanks Marc.

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It depends on what size tire you want to go with. 31", 32", 33", etc. That's going to be part of it, but the other part will be going with a rim that has the correct backspacing for that tire.

A very common backspace for aftermarket wheels that fit well is 3.75".
 
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Chris said:
It depends on what size tire you want to go with. 31", 32", 33", etc. That's going to be part of it, but the other part will be going with a rim that has the correct backspacing for that tire.

A very common backspace for aftermarket wheels that fit well is 3.75".
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Thank you. Right now they are 32" would like to keep there as I will be towing behind the Motor home.
 
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You should be fine with a wheel that is about 3.75" backspace give or take .25". That won't push them out past the fender flares.
 
15x8" rim,
5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern,
hub-centric wheel if you can find it,
3-3/4" to 4-1/4" backspacing.

32x11.50R15 tire in load range "C"
Inflate to 26 psi to start

Cycle the suspension and check for adequate bump stops, adjust accordingly.

Be aware that a 32" tire usually doesn't fit on the stock tire carrier. There may be interference with the bumper and the third brake light.

5 tire rotation on each oil change

Torque the lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs. (Factory spec is 90 to 130 ft-lbs, reduce by 10% if you use anti-seize) I use anti-seize and torque to 90 ft-lbs.

Check your wheel studs periodically, they do break and it's always very exciting when a wheel comes off.

Depending on your engine, transmission and axle gear ratio and where you drive a 32" tire could have you pulling your hair out, or it could be just barely tolerable. It may be advisable to budget for a gear change.
 
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StG58 said:
15x8" rim,
5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern,
hub-centric wheel if you can find it,
3-3/4" to 4-1/4" backspacing.

32x11.50R15 tire in load range "C"
Inflate to 26 psi to start

Cycle the suspension and check for adequate bump stops, adjust accordingly.

Be aware that a 32" tire usually doesn't fit on the stock tire carrier. There may be interference with the bumper and the third brake light.

5 tire rotation on each oil change

Torque the lug nuts to 90 ft-lbs. (Factory spec is 90 to 130 ft-lbs, reduce by 10% if you use anti-seize) I use anti-seize and torque to 90 ft-plbs.

Check your wheel studs periodically, they do break and it's always very exciting when a wheel comes off.

Depending on your engine, transmission and axle gear ratio and where you drive a 32" tire may have you pulling your hair out, or it may be just barely tolerable. It may be advisable to budget for a gear change.
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Thank you!!
 
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Now that I'm looking at both pics, you can tell in the first pick with the hardtop that the tires are worn quite a bit. In the 2nd pic, the 32's were pretty new.
 
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Marc Lecoq said:
What size lift is on your Jeep?
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It's @bobthetj03's TJ. He has a small(ish) lift, but I don't remember how much or who the manufacturer is. Nice setup though, huh?

Edited to add: @Marc Lecoq, I went to bobthetj03's profile page to look that information up, and he has a 2-1/2" OME lift. I thought that was the case...
 
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