"perfect" wheel specs?

[wvuviv30]

I’m looking for the "perfect" wheel, I’m running around on a 2” AEV spacer lift and looking at a 35x12.5R17 or 315/70R17. I can’t figure out which wheel specs I should go with because I’m looking for about a 1-2” poke outside the fenders look, I don't want a tire sticking out 4-5" from the fenders.

First, how much difference is there in the 17x8.5 or 17x9 question on a 12.5" tire, is it a concern?

Edit: I understand the Rubi/Mojave/Max Tow come with 3/4" wider axles than the 'normal' Sport/Overland trims.

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[chadinsc]

i sure hope this gets alot of votes! im clueless also. and have the same desired poke as you. but with a 37, which shouldn’t make a difference. good thread

 

[raypla]

My understanding is a 12.5” tire specs for a 8.5” wide rim fine. I just ordered +25 in method 705’s, I was trying to keep tire inside fenders with a 37” BFG C rated KO2 . You want a 0 or - if you want poke. I think OE is +44.

 

[scoobycarolanNC]

Stock Mojave. 37"x12.5" Mickey Baja Boss M/Ts. AEV Saverge II's 17x8.5+25mm offset (5.77" backspace). Perfect poke, 1 inch-ish.... No rubbing on the steering or anything.

 

[GOCAMPN]

Rugged Ridge XHD 17"x9" -12mm / 4.53" backspacing, 35"x12.5" Delium Terra Raider, Superlift Suspension 4" lift. Has 2" poke maybe a little more, I intend to go up to 37" when these are done:

 

[Tomahawk Daddy]

I’m looking for the "perfect" wheel, I’m running around on a 2” AEV spacer lift and looking at a 35x12.5R17 or 315/70R17. I can’t figure out which wheel specs I should go with because I’m looking for about a 1-2” poke outside the fenders look.

First, how much difference is there in the 17x8.5 or 17x9 question on a 12.5" tire, is it a concern?

Go with 37s, you won't regret it.

 

[Green_Gladiator]

17x9 +1 .. 35x12.5

 

[chadinsc]

i don’t know much about wheels but i do know the wider max tow and rubicon and maybe mojave? axles will be different from non wide axles. just something to point out

 

[Wheelin98TJ]

i don’t know much about wheels but i do know the wider max tow and rubicon and maybe mojave? axles will be different from non wide axles. just something to point out

That is a good point.

Rubi, Mojave, Max Toe, and High Altitude all have wide axles. 3/4" wider per side.

 

[wvuviv30]

Go with 37s, you won't regret it.

If I had a Rubi/Mojave, I would look at 37s... but with an Overland and 2" lift, 35s seem to be the max.

 

[@californiajeeping]

I’m looking for the "perfect" wheel, I’m running around on a 2” AEV spacer lift and looking at a 35x12.5R17 or 315/70R17. I can’t figure out which wheel specs I should go with because I’m looking for about a 1-2” poke outside the fenders look.

First, how much difference is there in the 17x8.5 or 17x9 question on a 12.5" tire, is it a concern?

I went with the ICON rebound pro's which can be purchased through americas tire or discount tire direct. The offset doesnt matter as much as the backspace. You need clearance from the inner fender and control arms with wider tires. 4.5" for non wide axle models (rubicon or max tow).

Here are the specs for the wheels I used

17x8.50"

5x5

4.500"

-6mm

71.50mm

3200 lbs

Very little poke out from the fenders. Maybe 1" on each side with a 38"x13.50" tire.

 

[wvuviv30]

That is a good point.

Rubi, Mojave, Max Toe, and High Altitude all have wide axles. 3/4" wider per side.

Thanks... so if the wide axles are out ~2", then my Overland will be at 1"... I'm not looking for wheels that poke out 5-6".

 

[Wheelin98TJ]

Thanks... so if the wide axles are out ~2", then my Overland will be at 1"... I'm not looking for wheels that poke out 5-6".

You got it.

The same wheels will be tucked about 3/4" more on yours compared to a Rubi, Mojave, etc.

 

[scoobycarolanNC]

i don’t know much about wheels but i do know the wider max tow and rubicon and maybe mojave? axles will be different from non wide axles. just something to point out

Its true, the Mojave has the wide D44s.

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