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Can I go bigger than 265/70/17 with my 2.5" suspension?

Discussion in 'Wrangler TJ (1996-2006)' started by Deanna.M, Aug 30, 2017.

  1. Aug 30, 2017 at 9:51 AM
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    Deanna.M

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    I have a 2003 Wrangler with 2.5" suspension lift. I need to get new tires but want something more off Road. The current set up I have now is 265/70/17 with a back spacing of 4.5. Can I go bigger or stay where I'm at?

    I'm new to the jeep modification
     
    Deanna.M, Aug 30, 2017
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  2. Aug 30, 2017 at 11:11 AM
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    chris4x4

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    I would think you could go to a 285/70/17 but I'm not 100%
     
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    On my previous TJ, I ran 32x10.5 on stock 17" Sahara wheels and stock back spacing. I had perfect tire tuck on the stock fenders and only had a bit of rubbing at full lock. It was a great set up.

    Edit: with a 2" lift.
     
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    UrbanCowboy, Aug 30, 2017
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  4. Aug 31, 2017 at 8:12 AM
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    Get some flat fenders and you can run a 35 in tire with that lift. As you sit 33s will work with a little rub under flex.
     
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