Need opinions on Tires and wheels

Post by **cwin74** » Sun May 06, 2012 12:37 pm

I would like some opinions on what size tire and wheels I should get after instaling my 4.5" suspension lift and 2" body lift. I'm going with 35" tires, but what is a good width for road/trail riding? Also would it be best to go with a smaller diamter wheel like 15-16" and have more rubber?

Thanks in advance!

Post by **Kinder** » Sun May 06, 2012 12:56 pm

I run 35x12.5x15, and I'm really happy with them, they are a popular size and rim combo. Mine, BFG KM2, run nice on the trail and handle well on the road. I've had them down to 12psi off road on 8" rims and the grip was great. I usually run 28psi on road and they give a soft ride.

Post by **cwin74** » Sun May 06, 2012 1:18 pm

kinder wrote:I run 35x12.5x15, and I'm really happy with them, they are a popular size and rim combo. Mine, BFG KM2, run nice on the trail and handle well on the road. I've had them down to 12psi off road on 8" rims and the grip was great. I usually run 28psi on road and they give a soft ride.

I do like that combination a lot. What's your opinion on beadlockers? Other then they are expensive! I do plan on going 'snow bashing' in the winter.

Post by **Entourage** » Sun May 06, 2012 2:41 pm

Member B.O.B. can basically get ya whatever you want at his store and great deals for members. There is also 4WheelParts that gets all the big names.

Post by **landshark** » Sun May 06, 2012 7:21 pm

Your going to want 15's or 17's. Not many choices with rims and tires at 16.

Post by **B.O.B.** » Mon May 07, 2012 6:33 am

I have ran both Goodyear MTRS and the KM2s in 35". They both work great on and off road. I would probably stick with 15 x 8" wheels. Most 16" and 17" tire sizes in a 35" are 10 ply rated tires and very stiff. That would make a little bouncy ride on the road. 8" wide wheels work the best because of less chance loosinga bead when airing down. If you have questions or need some help deciding send me a message and I will try to help.

Post by **Kinder** » Mon May 07, 2012 6:35 am

cwin74 wrote: What's your opinion on beadlockers? Other then they are expensive! I do plan on going 'snow bashing' in the winter.

I've thought about headlocks a couple of times and after discussing it with more experienced folks on here I really don't need them for the type of wheeling I do. There are a couple of threads on it, I'll dig them up.

Here you go:

viewtopic.php?f=5&t=2410&hilit=bead+lock

viewtopic.php?f=4&t=2780&hilit=bead+lock

Post by **Brianut** » Mon May 07, 2012 6:38 am

keep in mind too you will be paying more for 17" tires too.

Post by **Jesus_man** » Mon May 07, 2012 8:35 am

I've had 35x12.5r15's for a long time. They have worked well. If 35's is all the bigger you'll go, 15's work great. If you're spending the money on beadlocks and may go bigger, then I'd go with 17's. I wish I had 17's now.

Post by **landshark** » Mon May 07, 2012 8:44 am

Brianut wrote:keep in mind too you will be paying more for 17" tires too.

as you will be looking at 37's in most cases.. and oh boy do they jump up in price... and i know..

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