Wheel recommendations for 33x12.5x15 MT's

[cruiser_guy]

I currently have the 33x12.5x15 tires on the stock rims and they rub quite a bit, not to mention being too wide for the rim.

What rim dimensions are folks using to mount these tires under a '60 and not have rubbing issues? I have a 2 1/2" BDS lift currently with stock shackle lengths. I'd like to ensure that the rim width is correct for the tire width too.

Please post the rim width and backspacing as well as make/model if possible. I'd like to stay with 15" rims as I have the tires already.

 

[Front Range 4x4]

I have the same size on Toyota White Spoke wheels. I had them on stock chromes but now they're on 8" wide and I still get some rubbing. I suggest 10" wide which I understand avoids most of the rub.

 

[Dazza]

i second the 10.5 inch wide comment, or get a taller lift. 12.5 is too wide for a 2.5" lift IMHP.

I use 33x10.50 MTRs on my fj60 and love them. they dig in every time. never rub, not even at full flex with front wheels turned

 

[Corbet]

mine are on 10" wide rims. No rubbing.

 

[sk8salomon]

yeah, i'd suggest the 15x10.50 as well. i had some centerline hellcats on my 60 when i bought it that size. they're nice, but i like the skinny-mini pizza cutter look. i sold them on ebay for just over $200.

 

[cruiser_guy]

Backspacing? 3 1/2"?

 

[phishincruisin]

he already has the tires, so i don't think it makes sense to tell him to get tires that are 10.5 wide. i run 33x12.50 R15 with my OME lift and don't have any rubbing. My wheels are old wagon wheels i got off a minitruck, i think they have 3.75 backspacing and are 7.5 inches wide.

 

[FL cruiser]

15 X 8" steel wheels with 3.5" backspacing, 33 X 12.50 MT's, OME 2.5" lift, No rubbing.
I bought Cragar steel wheels sold by Jegs. Not really made by Cragar, but made by Unique Wheel Co. They do the job, but wasn't pleased because they started rusting (chrome) after 4 months and had to send one back because wheel wasn't true and had runnout. I'm sure there wouldn't be a rust issue with painted steels.

 

[Mace]

10" wide wheels will tend to blow beads more commonly when aired down. I would take a bit ov rubbing over a blown bead any day..

 

[89s rule]

15x8's for 12.5" wide tires, unless you want to loose beads like mace just stated. If you have issues with rubbing it depends on where it is. Its usually a BS issue if you have enough lift to clear you tire setup. Also remember every truck is different, no matter what anyone says, they are all different, even if the same mods/lifts are used.

If you are ordering new rims, get some 15x8 steal wheelswith 2.5-3" BS (I think you can still order these from Summit, this has been discussed on here in several threads, just not recently.) I run 15x8.5's with 3.5BS and get just a little rubbing in the innner rear wheel well, which I have heard alot of people rub there. (Its not a big deal I cant tell it rubs except that you can see on the wheel well where it rubs.

Hope this helps.

 

[Corbet]

Backspacing? 3 1/2"?

3.25" if I recall correctly.

 

[DirtyLittleSecret]

10" wide wheels will tend to blow beads more commonly when aired down. I would take a bit ov rubbing over a blown bead any day..

That's IF you air down! Honestly, Ive been to Moab, Rimrock, etc and have only aired down a hand full of times in my life.

 

[Mace]

That's IF you air down! Honestly, Ive been to Moab, Rimrock, etc and have only aired down a hand full of times in my life.

It is something that tends to happen more and more with time..
I love the ride in the dirt when aired down..

 

[Front Range 4x4]

It is something that tends to happen more and more with time..
I love the ride in the dirt when aired down..

Agreed, I didn't air down all that often but discovering the comfort has lured me into airing down more often. Hell with added traction, give me a smoother ride on the rocks!

Look forward now and save expense later.

 

[Dazza]

I have to agree about the benefits of airing down.

Your tires are half of your suspension, and when aired down, they flex.

I see no need to break a lot of parts from aired up tires.

I like to roll at 12-15psi, but if you are worried about losing a bead, stick to 20psi + and you should be o.k.

In my opinion airing down is a fact of life for serious wheelers, not an optional decision, it is just ignored by rookies and those who don't know jack.

 

[DirtyLittleSecret]

In my opinion airing down is a fact of life for serious wheelers, not an optional decision, it is just ignored by rookies and those who don't know jack.

Hmm.
You might want want to reconsider that statement since you dont necessarily know who's on the other side of the discussion, nor their experience.

 

[Dazza]

if you like to beat the s*** out of your trucks running gear that's your business man. maybe 12-15 psi is risking rolling off a bead on a cruiser, but it's never stopped me. It's not like I'm talking 5 psi with lockers, just not 50 pounds man. We're running the same tires, and I can't imagine wheeling mine at full pressure... maybe you have a lower gear ratio and can go slower through the crazy s***... who knows.

 

[mtb_rider]

I run 15x8.5's with 3.5BS and get just a little rubbing in the innner rear wheel well, which I have heard alot of people rub there. (Its not a big deal I cant tell it rubs except that you can see on the wheel well where it rubs.

Hope this helps.

Well back on to the topic at hand here.
X2 on 89's setup. I'm running 33X12.5's on 8.5" wide mags. Only rubs on the inner rear wheel well at full stuff. And again, just like he said, can't feel it. Only see the evidence from the paint being buffed off the well.