What are the pros and cons of each size? Seems like most guys are running the 33/10.5/15s.
Thanks,
Flash
Thanks,
Flash
33/10.5/15 Versus 33/12.5/15 BFG M/T Tires
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What rims are you running.
You can run the skinnies 10.5" on the stock rims but not so well on the 12.5.
You can run the skinnies 10.5" on the stock rims but not so well on the 12.5.
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15x8 inch rims.
I would go with the 10.5 on those rims.
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Im lifted 3".
Flash
Flash
tire size
keeping the tires inside will help keep from throwing road grime and mud down the sides.
The look is more appropriate to the age of the vehicle
Many people argue that traction is as good or better with the skinny tires
I have heard of tire places refusing to install too wide a tire on a skinny rim
Did I say the 10.5's look really cool?
keeping the tires inside will help keep from throwing road grime and mud down the sides.
The look is more appropriate to the age of the vehicle
Many people argue that traction is as good or better with the skinny tires
I have heard of tire places refusing to install too wide a tire on a skinny rim
Did I say the 10.5's look really cool?
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33x10.5x15s it is. Ordered them today. Thanks for the input. BTW, the only white spoke steelie wheels I could find have 3.75" backspace. Will that be a problem?
Thanks,
Flash
Thanks,
Flash
backspacing
If not too late Summit Racing offers the white spoke using original backspacing. They are made to order and have a letter at the end of the part number that identifies them as a custom order---the great thing is that they are still "cheap as chips!"
If not too late Summit Racing offers the white spoke using original backspacing. They are made to order and have a letter at the end of the part number that identifies them as a custom order---the great thing is that they are still "cheap as chips!"
33 X 10.5's are just about ideal on a 40 with a small lift.
They fit much better, less stress on steering, less weight, and, in most situations, better traction (smaller section = more pressure on contact patch).
...but most people go for the 33 X 12.5 for the "big tire look..."
...and, they just don't look right on a 40. The proportion is too short and fat. They look like sideways marshmallows... or hoopty reverse rims.
If you want 12.5's, go for (at least) 35's... or get some spinners and a coffee can exhaust to complete the look
They fit much better, less stress on steering, less weight, and, in most situations, better traction (smaller section = more pressure on contact patch).
...but most people go for the 33 X 12.5 for the "big tire look..."
...and, they just don't look right on a 40. The proportion is too short and fat. They look like sideways marshmallows... or hoopty reverse rims.
If you want 12.5's, go for (at least) 35's... or get some spinners and a coffee can exhaust to complete the look
Id go with the 10.50 for the clearance and steering issues mentioned above, although the 12.50s can look good too.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/232374-newby-didnt-kill-himself-sweet.html
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/232374-newby-didnt-kill-himself-sweet.html
Josie'sLandCruiser
Stop calling it a "FJ."
Hi All:
For a street/highway rig the 10.5 on eight inch wide rims is O.K.
For a 'wheeler that wheel is too wide for that tire. For a 10.5 I'd say go with a six to seven-inch wide rim. Eight inch wide wheels are fine for the 12.5 inch tires; ten inch wide rims are reserved for like 13.5 to 15.5 wide tires!
Regards,
Alan
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For a street/highway rig the 10.5 on eight inch wide rims is O.K.
For a 'wheeler that wheel is too wide for that tire. For a 10.5 I'd say go with a six to seven-inch wide rim. Eight inch wide wheels are fine for the 12.5 inch tires; ten inch wide rims are reserved for like 13.5 to 15.5 wide tires!
Regards,
Alan
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So, running on stock FJ40 suspension/wheels, what's the maximum size one can go to in this type of tire, get the tall/skinny look and guarantee good practical, all-round performance with no rubbing, etc.?
I would go with 33x9.5's any day .
I believe Cruiser Solutions has white spoke wheels for sale with 3.50" back-spacing.
This was the kind of thread I was hoping would come along. Thanks for all the input. I'm looking to replace my white spokes and get new tires. Would the 10.5's fit on a stock saggy-assed 40 without a lift? Also what are people's experience with the 10.5's in soft sand?
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I have a front disc conversion.
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