I might just drop down to 26 before my next chalk test then. I was running 25 psi on 35s I just took off.
I might just drop down to 26 before my next chalk test then. I was running 25 psi on 35s I just took off.
James9100
TJ Enthusiast
Most on this forum don’t even recommend chalk-testing, put em at 26-28psi depending on the load and call it good
I'm in CO too, have 35' Duratracs and they do great for everything I need. I'm geared a lot deeper than you though, 5.13
Your axles are not going to hold up to 35’ tires…
I was trying to order some but 14' was the best I could find.
Your axles are not going to hold up to 35’ tires…
Don't go wishing that broken part juju on me! My lack of typing skills are showing
Quick update on this...
I went on a group ride (at least 20 other vehicles) and got to test out the new tires on some icy trails. They did great and I'm super happy with the size, handling, and traction on road and on trail. I had no issues on sections where some other folks slid into ditches or had to to back down and re-attempt icy sections. Of course, a lot of that can be choosing the right lines, speed, etc. (and some random luck). In any case, it was a great first impression of this wheel/tire set. I did a little "brake testing" on the ice and snow going down slopes and these are very grippy tires. I know a lot will depend on specific tire sizing, weight of vehicle, wheel base, etc. - but for my '97 TJ, this wheel/tire/geometry has exceeded my expectations. Based on what I had been reading and my experience with my other wheel/tire set in similar conditions (and a lot of experience with other vehicles in icy conditions), I wasn't expecting such a night and day difference.
Changes in tire PSI due to temperature, elevation, weather changes have been annoying too. So I'll just say I aired down a little for this ride, but could have gone much lower. I suspect I wouldn't have noticed much difference for this particular ride.
I went on a group ride (at least 20 other vehicles) and got to test out the new tires on some icy trails. They did great and I'm super happy with the size, handling, and traction on road and on trail. I had no issues on sections where some other folks slid into ditches or had to to back down and re-attempt icy sections. Of course, a lot of that can be choosing the right lines, speed, etc. (and some random luck). In any case, it was a great first impression of this wheel/tire set. I did a little "brake testing" on the ice and snow going down slopes and these are very grippy tires. I know a lot will depend on specific tire sizing, weight of vehicle, wheel base, etc. - but for my '97 TJ, this wheel/tire/geometry has exceeded my expectations. Based on what I had been reading and my experience with my other wheel/tire set in similar conditions (and a lot of experience with other vehicles in icy conditions), I wasn't expecting such a night and day difference.
Changes in tire PSI due to temperature, elevation, weather changes have been annoying too. So I'll just say I aired down a little for this ride, but could have gone much lower. I suspect I wouldn't have noticed much difference for this particular ride.
I had 1.25" spacers already, which I left on. I'm guessing they would still be fine without the spacers since it looked like I had plenty of room with the steering maxed out. But I don't know for sure.
Personal suggestion but if your planning to run the 33’s installing some factory fender flares will provide a more proportional look if that is what your after. It is subjective but it sounds like you asking if the 33’s look too small and you’ve indicated you prefer the performance of the 33’s over the 35’s. Just a thought and a fairly small investment for a used set off the interweb to help you decide what look you prefer.
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