Anyone out bigger tires on their stock 4xe? Thinking of getting 33" tires in the stock 20s. Post some pics and specs and let me know of it's rub free.
33" inch Tire on Stock 4xe. Post pics
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Looks cool.👌🏻
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I opted for LT285/70R17s. Method 701 Trail rims in matte black, with BFG KO2s (C-load rated, not E, which I think would be too stiff and overkill for me).
Also 86ed the plastic running boards (why?… just, why?) and threw on some Rubi take-off rock rails (which were virtually brand new, for $60 on craigslist).
The method wheels have 0mm offset and 4.75” backspacing, so, between the whole wheel sitting farther out by a bit (maybe an inch or so beyond the fender flairs) and the fact that the Sahara 4xe has about 1inch more factory lift than a non 4xe Sahara (beefier coils to support the weight of the battery), I have absolutely no clearance issues and am confident I can even do some moderate wheeling (which I fully intend to do) with this set up without any issues.
Fuel economy seems to be practically unchanged, and I dare say the handling is slightly better than on the stock 20-inch rims (which are really only suitable for asphalt). I’m running these at about 36psi, which seems to be about right.
Here are some pics:
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Quite pleased with the outcome!
Also 86ed the plastic running boards (why?… just, why?) and threw on some Rubi take-off rock rails (which were virtually brand new, for $60 on craigslist).
The method wheels have 0mm offset and 4.75” backspacing, so, between the whole wheel sitting farther out by a bit (maybe an inch or so beyond the fender flairs) and the fact that the Sahara 4xe has about 1inch more factory lift than a non 4xe Sahara (beefier coils to support the weight of the battery), I have absolutely no clearance issues and am confident I can even do some moderate wheeling (which I fully intend to do) with this set up without any issues.
Fuel economy seems to be practically unchanged, and I dare say the handling is slightly better than on the stock 20-inch rims (which are really only suitable for asphalt). I’m running these at about 36psi, which seems to be about right.
Here are some pics:
Quite pleased with the outcome!
The Rubi take offs fit great. Not much difference at all. These are of course replacements for the KO2s that were original on the Rubicon these came off but they are 285/70 R 17 (just shy of 33") General Grabbers. Much better handling off road that the Sahara wheel and you not longer worry about the scratches (on the wheels anyway
My Son was loving his first driving lesson in the Jeep!
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These are 33”s with the stock rims! I bought, 275/60/20 zero rubbing, even Offroad. I bought MT AT Deegan 38
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After much deliberation, I just ordered some 33"s for Luna. Decided on Nitto Terra Grappler G2s.
275/60 R20 going on stock Sahara wheels. Should be great for daily driving plus adventures.
I've never run Nittos, but the old man is a big fan and talked me into it.
Gotta wait until next week for install, but will post pics and performance review soon!
275/60 R20 going on stock Sahara wheels. Should be great for daily driving plus adventures.
I've never run Nittos, but the old man is a big fan and talked me into it.
Gotta wait until next week for install, but will post pics and performance review soon!
Looks great!
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Did you manually have to blackout the white lettering on the tires?
Those particular tires have non-directional treads so they can be installed with either side facing out for aesthetics with the same performance. Generally, one side tends to keep the original black lettering.
Does anyone make white walled tires anymore? That would be an interesting look on an all white Jeep like this.
Nice stance!!
I agree, it would look cool. I did consider white lettering, but didn’t see many. At least not in the category I was shopping.
Love it. Glad to know I won't be the only one keeping the stock rims, they look great!!
I'm thinking of getting those exact tires when delivery day finally comes... Seem to be the perfect mix of city and light off road driving, and most importantly look fantastic on the stock rims without hurting my wallet. Love your build!
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Just added some Falken Wildpeaks this week. Such a better ride and look! Currently set at 36 psi. Black fog light bezels on order.
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Well full whitewall may be a bit overkill.
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Lol! And I thought keeping raised white letters clean was hard…
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275/60/20 BFG AT KO2s with .5 inch spacers / leveling up front.
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Hey, do you have any more photos of your set up? Do the tires extend out past the fenders?
It looks great
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