Rim and tire sizes?

[Marc L]

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.

 

[Chris]

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".

 

[Marc L]

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".

Thank you. Right now they are 32" would like to keep there as I will be towing behind the Motor home.

 

[Chris]

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.

 

[CodaMan]

A 32x11.50 on a rim with 3.75 inches of backspacing should be about what you want

 

[StG58]

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.

 

[Marc L]

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.

Thank you!!

 

[Marc L]

A 32x11.50 on a rim with 3.75 inches of backspacing should be about what you want

Thank You!

 

[StG58]

Thank you!!

You're very welcome!

 

[bobthetj03]

This is a 32X1150X15 tire on a 15X8 wheel with 3.75" of BS.

 

[StG58]

This is a 32X1150X15 tire on a 15X8 wheel with 3.75" of BS.
View attachment 20467

With stock flares, right? Nice shot showing just how far a 32" tire would stick out with those wheel dimensions. Maybe a side shot to go with it, if you have the time? Thanks, @bobthetj03.

 

[bobthetj03]

And here is a 33X1050X15 tire on the same wheel but with Rubi flares which are 1" wider.

 

[bobthetj03]

With stock flares, right? Nice shot showing just how far a 32" tire would stick out with those wheel dimensions. Maybe a side shot to go with it, if you have the time? Thanks, @bobthetj03.

Yes, stock flares. Here's a side shot with 32's.

 

[bobthetj03]

Here's another shot at a slightly different angle with no top.

 

[bobthetj03]

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.

 

[StG58]

Nice! Those are good comparison shots @bobthetj03, hopefully someone will benefit from them! I like seeing pictures like that because it's much easier to see a picture than visualize from a set of numbers.

 

[Marc L]

Thank you for the photos they help a bunch!

 

[Marc L]

With stock flares, right? Nice shot showing just how far a 32" tire would stick out with those wheel dimensions. Maybe a side shot to go with it, if you have the time? Thanks, @bobthetj03.

What size lift is on your Jeep?

 

[StG58]

What size lift is on your Jeep?

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...

 

[bobthetj03]

What size lift is on your Jeep?

OME 2.5" lift.