Calgary Jeep Association
4x4 Related Groups => Tech Talk => Topic started by: JPuchyr on June 04, 2014, 09:48:02 PM
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Hi all,
Newb / new jeeper, just about to buy / bought a 2006 sstock Rubicon. So, I pre apologize for the 101 questions over the next couple weeks.
Looking to upgrade the stock tires, found some nice looking 33" truxus mts on kijiji, but the seller said these wouldn't be good as city tires.
What do you recommend for good beefy looking tires for a mainly daily driver, that will be out in the swamp all duck season?
(not to mention, what size fits stock while maintaining good articulation? Or what effort is involved in a minimal lift to fit 32s or 33s? - not really looking at lowing the t-case or stuff like that (yet))
Thanks all!
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If it's a stock tj rubicon, they are capable jeeps, they have good flex too. If you're not ready to lift/modify the suspension properly and replace rims. Id look for a stock size tire of 245/75R16, if you want to go up one size to 265/75r16 I think you could get away with it, maybe minor rubbing when the sway bar is disconnected and off road.
Tire options are plentiful these days, which is good. Most name brand off road tires these offer excellent performance off road and on the street.
Goodyear mt/r Kevlar
Mickey Thompson MTZ, baja claw, atz p3, deegan 38
Toyo MT, AT2 extreme
Cooper stt
Nitto trail grappler
These are tires I've tried or I've seen them work very well in all conditions.
Also when it comes to tires you'll get many opinions... Just warning
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On our 2005 rubicon we have toyo Mt's and I love them for all seasons, but they require regular rotation, I will disagree on the smaller baja claws,... My previous experience with them left me less than satisied.
But tires are like blue jeans, different fit for every person
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boggers
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Johnny... you are a booger <spelling? :P>
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:( lol.
i love boggers i'd never run them cause i am a wimp though.
i like hte MTZs. they wear well.i think as long as you stay with a brand name you'll be fine.
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wheeled with this guy to Pretty Rock and back.
TJ rubicon on 33 inch Boggers and no lift at all.
He took fender flares off whenever he wheeled.
On street he never rubbed.
Here is his 'flex' shot...
(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y217/Spinalguy/Wheelin%20pics/CJA/CJA%200304/stockrubibogger2.jpg) (http://s6.photobucket.com/user/Spinalguy/media/Wheelin%20pics/CJA/CJA%200304/stockrubibogger2.jpg.html)
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I know a few people that ran Truxus MTs on a street vehicle and and didn't mind it. My dad's Jeep had a set of 33" Truxuxs MTs and they drove fine on the street.
I'd add to the list Goodyear Duratracs and Territory. The Territory is only availabe at Canadain Tire and sometimes they have a 3 for 4 sale. They are a cheaper version of the Duratrac and lean more towards an AT tire.
If you think you are going to put a lift on, then I would decide on the lift and get tires to match.
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My Kumho's are great
I have been unstoppable in swamps, tho I get hung up real easy....
These would be my recommendation
Cons: a bit loud, i guess they wear quick,
Pros: Great Mudders, Cheap
(http://www.carid.com/images/kumho-tires/kumho-road-venture-mt.jpg)
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The territories and Duratrac's are also excellent in the winter, perform well on ice and snow covered roads. I have both and no complaints on or off road.
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Since goodyear admitted their sidewalls were flawed and redesigned the carcass I'd go back in a heartbeat. They were unbelievable on ice.
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Since goodyear admitted their sidewalls were flawed and redesigned the carcass I'd go back in a heartbeat. They were unbelievable on ice.
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How did they perform against, oh lets say a Tracker on 30" tires?
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Wouldn't know I run mtrs now. AND he had 31s damnit.
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Thanks for all the input all.... Dang didn't realize how many options there were on wheels.
I guess I'll back up a step and ask, any opinions on 15 vs 16 inch rims?
I know I've got stock 16 inch, but should I swap to 15 inch rims for more sidewall height?
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I haven't had good experience with duratracs staying in balance. We run them on our work trucks and they have a habit of developing a shake between 80-50% tread wear left. The set on my personal truck did the same thing so I tossed them and got a set of toyos.
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Have run Duratracs for a couple of years and they have been great tires. No issues at all.
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I ran 33" cooper stt's on mine when I had it. Lighter than the toyo mt. The rubber compound is supposedly softer than the toyo meaning on a lighter vehicle you could argue they would be better in the winter. I siped the centre two lugs and they worked surprisingly well in the winter. I'll be putting a set on my truck before the snow flies this year.
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Hmm, hope you can help this newb out too - 2014 JK, 16" rims, stock ride height. Recommendations for tire sizes for offroading in Mclean? Thanks in advance :)
Ian
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40s.,... Do it...
Its really an arbutuary question though. Jks can handle 35s stock? (Some one correct me if wrong). So are you saying that you have at's and want to go to mt's? Do you want to keep it handling same on the road as it is now. Is your jeep going to become an off road rig or do you want to run a trail at McLean everyoonce in while?... Cause you can do that with what ever you have now. just some want to give you some food for thought. You will have more fun and learn more wheeling a tire closer to stock for a while. Or just get 40s.
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I don't really mind how it handles on the road, I just know the stock tires weren't very ideal for some of the paths in Mclean and I'm really looking for something a little less puncture-prone and a little better on some of the wetter inclines. I'll see if I can find some 40s. Thanks specialk! Any specific brands you recommend? I'm a tire newbie when it comes to offroading.
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I was being sarcastic about the 40s lol... Lots of good brands out there that have been mention in this tread before. I have 35s duratracs for sale... They are 16s. The rims would not work for you but you could sell em.
If looking new... Talk to dave at broken axle.
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lmfao oh man
manticus, go find a set of Rubicon Take offs. similar size tire to yours, but they are mud terrains. theres lots kicking around that will get you started. plenty on kijiji in the 1000 - 1500$ range. you can run those for offroad and keep your stock crappers for winter
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Hah. Thanks guys! Will take the advice. :)
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lmfao oh man
manticus, go find a set of Rubicon Take offs. similar size tire to yours, but they are mud terrains. theres lots kicking around that will get you started. plenty on kijiji in the 1000 - 1500$ range. you can run those for offroad and keep your stock crappers for winter
THIS.
You will not be able to beat the value for the money of those Rubi take-offs. Wheel you rig in stock configuration for a year or two (your wallet will thank you) and then give some thought to what sort of tires and tire size are going to work for you.