Looking for tire buying advice from those with more experience than me.

[Afternoon Spray]

I also have a manual transmission. I went with the 255/85/R17 Mickey Thompson Baja Boss, and they feel near stock while driving around, on the stock rims. They are lighter than the 12.5 wide units by about 8lbs per tire. When I go off-road with them, I air down to 15psi, and they are super sticky, and are really good for extra traction. Daily driving, they are kept between 42-46psi, which was what Mickey Thompson recommended when I called to get optimum tire pressure. Yes it's high and the ride is a little rougher as they are E load tires. They are also really good in snow and wet conditions, zero slipping. I haven't regeared yet, but eventually will to 4:88 when I add lockers. Hope that helps

After doing more research I think this may be the tire for me. Are you on stock wheels? I thought beadlocks were required to air down that much off road. Happy to be corrected.

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[Mightytalldude]

After doing more research I think this may be the tire for me. Are you on stock wheels? I thought beadlocks were required to air down that much off road. Happy to be corrected.

I have stock Launch Edition Rubicon rims, 7.5" width. Here's the video that helped me make my decision. Very informative. As you can see by my photos, those tires "caterpillar" very well on low psi. I wouldn't go lower than 15psi though, as you're more likely to pop a bead.

 

[JT1]

6th gear is already useless, and offroad belly clearance is really limited in these trucks. I'd go for a 285/75 (or 315/70 KO2/KO3 because they run small) in whatever flavor you get the best deal on coupled with a small spacer lift. It will really will help you get places a stock gladiator will drag or get hung up on.

 

[Solar Sparky]

I guess model of tire isn't what I'm looking for advice for. Just size. If I'm getting a bigger tire (either the 34" 285/75/R17, or 35x11.5x17) that weighs about the same or in some cases less than my heavy mud tires, what am I realistically looking at in terms of the change to my day to day use (acceleration, gearing, mpg, torque loss etc).

I went with the Venom Power TerraHunter’s in 35x10.5x17
load range E AT’s. Way quieter than the WildPeak MT’s

 

[Afternoon Spray]

I have stock Launch Edition Rubicon rims, 7.5" width. Here's the video that helped me make my decision. Very informative. As you can see by my photos, those tires "caterpillar" very well on low psi. I wouldn't go lower than 15psi though, as you're more likely to pop a bead.

Do you notice any rubbing with stock wheels? I want to put these on my stock Rubicon wheels but I want to avoid needing to lift or regear and keep my setup as stock as possible. My planned mods are new tires, a winch on the factory steel bumper and that's it.

 

[Mightytalldude]

Do you notice any rubbing with stock wheels? I want to put these on my stock Rubicon wheels but I want to avoid needing to lift or regear and keep my setup as stock as possible. My planned mods are new tires, a winch on the factory steel bumper and that's it.

No rubbing, whereas the wider stock Wildpeaks did against the lower control arm at full lock. I have a Sport S, so a narrower axle than a Rubicon. A mild lift would keep it out of the fender a little more, but it flexes well at full stuff without significant rubbing. I'm running 1.5" spacer lift all around on Rubicon suspension takeoffs. I run old-school 5-tire rotations, so the spare is a matching rim. I'm running stock 3:73 gearing, and barely use 6th even with the old Wildpeaks. A throttle controller will bring back some life, and the clutch recall if you haven't done it already.

 

[Afternoon Spray]

No rubbing, whereas the wider stock Wildpeaks did against the lower control arm at full lock. I have a Sport S, so a narrower axle than a Rubicon. A mild lift would keep it out of the fender a little more, but it flexes well at full stuff without significant rubbing. I'm running 1.5" spacer lift all around on Rubicon suspension takeoffs. I run old-school 5-tire rotations, so the spare is a matching rim. I'm running stock 3:73 gearing, and barely use 6th even with the old Wildpeaks. A throttle controller will bring back some life, and the clutch recall if you haven't done it already.

As far as I know, there's no recall on the 2024s so they must've pre-emptively corrected the issue before manufacturing the '24s. Thanks for all the tips. I already barely use 5th, never touch 6th. Sounds like these will fit my stock Rubicons. Definitely going to get a matching 5th wheel to run a 5 tire rotation before buying these.

 

[Mightytalldude]

As far as I know, there's no recall on the 2024s so they must've pre-emptively corrected the issue before manufacturing the '24s. Thanks for all the tips. I already barely use 5th, never touch 6th. Sounds like these will fit my stock Rubicons. Definitely going to get a matching 5th wheel to run a 5 tire rotation before buying these.

I've got about 15k miles on this set. Wear has been very minimal. Call Mickey Thompson when you get them, give them the info off your door tag for original tires and size, gvwr, and what tires you bought, and they will calculate the correct psi for your vehicle with the new tires. Happy to help.

 

[JT1]

Do you notice any rubbing with stock wheels? I want to put these on my stock Rubicon wheels but I want to avoid needing to lift or regear and keep my setup as stock as possible. My planned mods are new tires, a winch on the factory steel bumper and that's it.

You are WAY overthinking this.

Any of the tires listed will be fine, none of them listed will rub at stock height, including the 315/70.

They will all fit on the factory wheels. Pick a tire that has weight capacity that works for your loadout and roll with it.

Weight isn't as huge as a factor as some other things, but is a factor. I would buy a tire that is better suited for the terrain I need to cross and accept a weight penalty before buying a less capable tire because it was light.

Stock, even a rubicon drags over everything. I have a clayton 3.5" lift and 37s and I still use my spare tire as a skidplate.

 

[Escape.idiocracy]

I guess model of tire isn't what I'm looking for advice for. Just size. If I'm getting a bigger tire (either the 34" 285/75/R17, or 35x11.5x17) that weighs about the same or in some cases less than my heavy mud tires, what am I realistically looking at in terms of the change to my day to day use (acceleration, gearing, mpg, torque loss etc).

The fact that it’s a manual, is going to not let you get away with what autos can….. you can jump to 35’s or even 37’s but you are going to feel it…. 4.88’s and 37’s- you are in Washington?? Make a run across the boarder to EDS Differential Solutions $2k Canadian for a re gear take advantage of the exchange rate before Donald makes them number 51

To stick directly to your question…. I still vote milestar Patagonia XT’s because they are light and work great up here in the rain and wet snow…. Size- Do what your pockets can afford. 37’s and regear 37’s and only use 4low when off road lol or a factory 33 and be happy.

 

[JT_explore]

I also have a manual transmission. I went with the 255/85/R17 Mickey Thompson Baja Boss, and they feel near stock while driving around, on the stock rims. They are lighter than the 12.5 wide units by about 8lbs per tire. When I go off-road with them, I air down to 15psi, and they are super sticky, and are really good for extra traction. Daily driving, they are kept between 42-46psi, which was what Mickey Thompson recommended when I called to get optimum tire pressure. Yes it's high and the ride is a little rougher as they are E load tires. They are also really good in snow and wet conditions, zero slipping. I haven't regeared yet, but eventually will to 4:88 when I add lockers. Hope that helps

Was that tire pressure specific to your jeep or recommended for the tire in general?
This tire size is aimed at dually pickups, so they require the high pressure of 45-60psi depending on load.

 

[JT_explore]

Seems like you're set on the Baja Boss 255/85R17.
FWIW

After doing more research I think this may be the tire for me. Are you on stock wheels? I thought beadlocks were required to air down that much off road. Happy to be corrected.

Here's a couple of threads about the 255/85R17 - Pizza Cutters - 35X10R17 Skinny Tires installed | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News, Forum, Community - JeepGladiatorForum.com

https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/...aja-boss-at-255-85-17-35-pizza-cutters.76291/

Another owner fitted them to a stock vehicle here (Post 66) - Anyone go with more narrow 35” tires? | Page 5 | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News, Forum, Community - JeepGladiatorForum.com

 

[Mightytalldude]

Was that tire pressure specific to your jeep or recommended for the tire in general?
This tire size is aimed at dually pickups, so they require the high pressure of 45-60psi depending on load.

That tire pressure was specific to my Jeep. Mickey Thompson will ask for your original tires size, and gvwr and calculate for you the pressure recommended. It is an E load rated tire, so higher pressures are expected.

 

[JT_explore]

Do you notice any rubbing with stock wheels? I want to put these on my stock Rubicon wheels but I want to avoid needing to lift or regear and keep my setup as stock as possible. My planned mods are new tires, a winch on the factory steel bumper and that's it.

Here's some photos fitted to a stock 2024 Rubicon like yours (Post 37) - Mickey Thompson Baja Boss AT 255/85/17 (35" Pizza Cutters). | Page 3 | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News, Forum, Community - JeepGladiatorForum.com

 

[Josh00333]

I have a 2024 JTR with the 6 speed Manual. My use is 85% daily driving suburbs and highway, 10% summer time overlanding/offroading trips, and 5% towing.

Falken Wildpeak A/T4W 285/75/R17.
Falken Wildpeak A/T4W 285/70/R17.
Falken Wildpeak A/T4W 35x11.5 R17
BFG KO3 285/75/R17
BFG Ko3 285/70/R17

As you can see, I'm looking at All Terrain tires and the crux of the debate is should I keep the stock size, go with the 34" 285/75/R17, or go with narrow 35x11.5s. I love the look of 35s on these trucks but would it be overkill?

To add to what others have said:

My .02$ is either the Falken Wildpeak A/T4W 285/75/R17, or the Falken Wildpeak A/T4W 35x11.5 R17. And of the two just go 35". The 285's are 34" and you'll want 35"s eventually.

I would not waste any time or $ on the 285/70's. And the AT4's are a better tire than the Ko3's.

35's fit the trucks very well. With a Rubi the fender space is nice and you already have 4.10's. You might feel a little under geared but honestly once you get used to it you probably wouldn't notice.

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