Can You Run 33s On A Stock JK?

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Can you run 33s on a stock JK? Jeep Wrangler JK

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Can you put 33 inch tires on stock rims?


If you go with a 33×10. 5 you can use stock wheels without any problems

. If you go with a 33.12. 5, or a 32×11.

Can you put 33s on stock Jeep rims?


You can mount most 33-inch tires —275 or 285– on your stock wheels without rubbing

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Can you put 33 inch tires on a stock Jeep Wrangler JL?

How big of tires can I fit on my stock JK?

The biggest diameter tire you can fit on a Jeep Wrangler with a stock suspension is

33 inches

. The common 33-inch tire sizes are any of the following: 285/75/16.

Can you fit 33-inch tires on a stock Jeep JK?


33-inch tires can be fitted to a stock Jeep Wrangler JK, but with minimum clearance on the front bumper and not enough clearance for full articulation off-road

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What is the biggest size tire you can put on a stock Jeep Wrangler?

On Stock Wheels

The largest tire you can fit without a chance of problems on road is a

33×10 tire

(also called a “pizza cutter”). An example is the 255/80/17 BFG KM2. Because this tire is the same width as most stock JK tires, there is no issue on road, despite the larger diameter. You can run this size without issue.

Can you fit 33’s with no lift?


33s will fit fine, given either wheel spacers (with stock wheels), or wheels with proper backspacing

. You’ll likely get some fender rub if you disconnect your sway bars and wheel it, but on-road you should have no problems.

Do you need a lift kit for 33 inch tires?


You need a minimum of a 2-inch suspension kit and a small front end leveling kit on the front end to accommodate the width of a 33” tire without scrubbing at full lock or full turn in reverse

. If you’re running stock rims with 33” tires you can opt for a small wheel spacer to improve the clearance from the UCA.

What’s the biggest size tire I can put on my jeep without a lift?

On a

33′′

tire, that can range from slightly less than 10 inches to over 11 inches as a general rule. You might be able to get by with the 33′′ tire in terms of height, but the width will probably cause rubbing from inner fenders, suspension parts, or end links. Especially if your Wrangler is still stock height.

Will 285 75R17 fit Jeep Wrangler?

2′′ mopar lift and 285 75 R17

fits no problem

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Are 33 inch tires big?

What size is 285 75R17 in inches?

285/75R17 tires have a diameter of

33.8′′

, a section width of 11.2′′, and a wheel diameter of 17′′. The circumference is 106.2′′ and they have 596 revolutions per mile.

Are 33 inch tires the same as 285?


YES, 285 wide tires are the same as 33” tires

although 285 is the tread width in millimeters and 33′′ is the tire diameter. 285/75/16 is usually the accepted metric equivalent size for 33’s.

Can I run 35s on stock JK rims?

Technically, yes.

You can indeed put 35s on a stock Jeep Wrangler JK and drive around town without issue

. However, if you are going to hit the trail, it’s going to rub.

How big can my tires be without a lift?

On average, if your truck isn’t lifted, you can fit tires

up to 33”

. In case the vehicle is lifted, you can find a good set of 37” or larger tires to fit.

What size wheel do I need for 33 inch tires?

33-inch tires work well with rims that measure

15 or 16 inches in width

, while 35-inch tires should only be used with rims that are at least 17-inches wide. Larger tires require wider rims to maximize the tire profile and improve your Jeep’s maneuverability.

What is the backspacing on a stock Jeep JK wheel?

Factory Wrangler wheels are 17′′ diameter x 7′′ wide with

6.25′′

backspacing.

Can you put 35 inch tires on a stock Jeep JL Sahara?


If you mount 35′′ on stock wheels you will need wheel spacers to offset your wheels, preventing rubbing when turning at full lock

. Lift is not needed for on road use. Like others said, it will not look right with smallish wheel gap. For $100 you can get used Rubicon suspension (1′′lift) or spacers (1.5′′ lift).

Are 3.73 gears good for 35 tires?


You will be fine. Just gonna lose mpg and slow your truck down

. I have run 35s with 3.73s and no issues at all. In fact, my recent Plat had a 4-inch lift, heavy 34.5 inch Nitto Trails, and 3.55 gears, and ran great!

How tall are 275 70R17 tires?

275/70R17 tires have a

diameter of 32.2′′

, a section width of 10.8′′, and a wheel diameter of 17′′. The circumference is 101.0′′ and they have 627 revolutions per mile. Generally they are approved to be mounted on 7-8.5′′ wide wheels.

What size tires can I fit with a 2 inch leveling kit?

A good rule of thumb is that if you have a two-inch leveling kit, you can get a tire that is

two inches larger

and so on. This way you know that it will fit for sure. A lot of times, stock tire sizes are very conservative and you can go bigger than that two inches.

Can you fit 33’s with no lift Jimny?


Yes, all you will need to fit the 33s is a body lift

, but probaby not for 10′′ wide rims, they just wont tuck in under the guards like your 31s do. If you tub in (and out) the guards with an, um, passionate, virtual lift they will fit and make the car better offroad (in many terrains).

Can I lift my Jeep without a lift kit?

Unlike most light trucks and SUVs,

there are ways to fit larger tires on a Jeep without adding a full suspension lift kit

. Minor fender trimming, major fender trimming, adding aftermarket high clearance or flat fenders or just adding coil spring spacers might serve your purpose.

Does a wider tire give a better ride?

Overall,

wider tires are better for dry surfaces and for high-performance vehicles

. Greater surface area allows for better day-to-day traction and durability.

What size is a 33 inch tire on a 18 inch rim?

33′′ Tires (+/- 0.50′′ in overall diameter) 15′′ 16′′ 18′′ 33X950-15

285/75-16

275/65-18
33X10.50-15 305/70-16 275/70-18 33X11.50-15 375/55-16 305/60-18

Is a stock Rubicon lifted?


The Gladiator Rubicon is not pre-lifted

. It does have a higher ground clearance than the Gladiator Sport, but this is due to its larger wheels. A number of lift kits are available for the Jeep Gladiator, including the Rubicon. Some of these are made by Mopar, the equipment manufacturer for Jeep.

What is the offset of stock Jeep wheels?

Your stock rims are 7.5 inches wide with a

44mm offset

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What size tires come stock on Jeep Wrangler?

Will a stock Wrangler fit a 285 70 17?


They’re all identical

. The only difference is that the JL Wrangler uses 14mm lug studs now, but all the 2007+ wheels can still fit, and can still all run the same tire sizes. 285/75-17 is what I’m running and they measure 33.00′′ tall on the Jeep.

Should I get 33s or 35s?


Stock gears and manual transmission you should stick to 33s

. A Rubicon take-off suspension will give you a little lift very economically. If you get 35s you should get a full lift and re-gear. It’s a big investment.

Are 295 tires the same as 33?

Are 33 or 35 inch tires better?


If you’re going to be driving on rough terrain with many hills and valleys, you’ll want to go with 33 inch tires

. They’ll give you more stability and better traction in those types of conditions. On the other hand, if you’re going to be driving on flat ground, then 35 inch tires are a better option.

What is the largest tire you can put on a 17 inch rim?

17′′ Options 215/35-17 235/85-17 275/35-17 215/40-17 245/35-17 275/40-17 215/45-17 245/40-17 275/55-17 215/50-17 245/45-17

275/60-17

What size rim do I need for 285 75r17?

Unit: Imperial Imperial Metric
Rim Diameter


17.00 in
Rim Width Range 7.50 in – 9.50 in Overall Diameter 33.83 in Sidewall Height 8.42 in

What is the difference between 285 70 and 285 75?

285/75/17 is approximately 11.22′′ wide x 33.83′′ tall. The 285/70/17 is going to measure 11.22′′ wide x 32.708′′ tall. The tires that you are getting are going to be

1.122′′ smaller (height)

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