Conflicting Stories about 35in tires
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Another dumb question from me here....
With the ome lift and 17X9 -12mm off set rims will 35's fit can anyone here say for sure? If not what will max size with 12.5 wide?
Thanks
With the ome lift and 17X9 -12mm off set rims will 35's fit can anyone here say for sure? If not what will max size with 12.5 wide?
Thanks
I was also reading some other threads that indicated that 35" may prematurally wear down the gears and axels. Any thoughts on this? The concensus was not to go over 34"? don't know how that extra inch could have all that much effect, but then again I'm not a tech?
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I think it comes down to who you talk to. Ive had a couple techs tell me that 35 will wear the gears, then ive had others tell me that FJ has no problems pushing 35s, so i cant get a straight answer its always 50/50.
35" or 34"
I made a whole lot of phone calls this weekend and tried to get to the bottom of this. I went and talked with the Techs who run both sizes. The guys that run really hard use the 35" with a higher aspect ratio. They cut into the frame, but when the gear and warranty question came up....they didn't really care about it, after all it is their job to repair the FJ. Using the 35" and driving like they do, they always expect to bring their rig in the next Monday to fix something (per them). Concensus was, if you don't have the tools or the giant Toyota stealerhip garage to work on your truck, or the ability to see a problem before it becomes an issue...don't run the 35"'s. They said a 34" with a higher aspect ratio would almost do the same without really having to do to much cutting. Yeah, you loose a half an inch in ground clearance (if that, depending on the tire you get) but your frame is more solid. I left the tires and tread sizes at home, but they gave some good ideas on running either 16 or 17" wheels. I liked the advise, because not one of the upgrades were sold by the stealership.
I am pretty sure I'm gonna take my wheel size down to 16" for more rubber and a wider tread. They gave some good tires for daily drivers as well. Tread agressive enough to climb anything an FJ can climb and also not compromise your MPG to much.
I took this information to a few offroad techs in my area, without letting them know I spoke with the Toy techs and they all (100%) said the same thing.
I guess, if your FJ is paid for do whatever you want...if you owe money on it don't do something that could break the solid frame and the Toy rep for taking a beating. It would really suck to be making payments on a FJ that you can't drive cause you wanted a half inch more clearance.!!
This all based off a 3" lift scenario.
I'm gonna keep looking, cause I am not a 100% convinced on the right combo...but when its said and done it will be right!
I made a whole lot of phone calls this weekend and tried to get to the bottom of this. I went and talked with the Techs who run both sizes. The guys that run really hard use the 35" with a higher aspect ratio. They cut into the frame, but when the gear and warranty question came up....they didn't really care about it, after all it is their job to repair the FJ. Using the 35" and driving like they do, they always expect to bring their rig in the next Monday to fix something (per them). Concensus was, if you don't have the tools or the giant Toyota stealerhip garage to work on your truck, or the ability to see a problem before it becomes an issue...don't run the 35"'s. They said a 34" with a higher aspect ratio would almost do the same without really having to do to much cutting. Yeah, you loose a half an inch in ground clearance (if that, depending on the tire you get) but your frame is more solid. I left the tires and tread sizes at home, but they gave some good ideas on running either 16 or 17" wheels. I liked the advise, because not one of the upgrades were sold by the stealership.
I am pretty sure I'm gonna take my wheel size down to 16" for more rubber and a wider tread. They gave some good tires for daily drivers as well. Tread agressive enough to climb anything an FJ can climb and also not compromise your MPG to much.
I took this information to a few offroad techs in my area, without letting them know I spoke with the Toy techs and they all (100%) said the same thing.
I guess, if your FJ is paid for do whatever you want...if you owe money on it don't do something that could break the solid frame and the Toy rep for taking a beating. It would really suck to be making payments on a FJ that you can't drive cause you wanted a half inch more clearance.!!
This all based off a 3" lift scenario.
I'm gonna keep looking, cause I am not a 100% convinced on the right combo...but when its said and done it will be right!
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keep us posted on what else you find
I personally like the Wrangler MT/R. After fitting my rig, with the 17s I have (305/70/17) there was minimal rub. I will shave down because it will be hard rub at full extension offroad. Measuring the tire gave me another inch clearance and an inch of rubber on the road. Seem to be a good fit. Any other tires you guys have looked at the do the same, beside the BF KM2's. Again, my opinion, but I really don't like that tire.
I also posted a thread of tire pics so you can see them side by side. May help a lot of people out that are looking. Actually came from the blueroom...with permission of course.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/fj-cruiser/218922-tire-pictures.html
https://forum.ih8mud.com/fj-cruiser/218922-tire-pictures.html