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Offline JPuchyr

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tire recommendations
« on: June 04, 2014, 09:48:02 PM »
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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Offline hps4evr

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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #1 on: June 04, 2014, 10:03:00 PM »
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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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #2 on: June 04, 2014, 11:13:14 PM »
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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Offline JackstandJohnny

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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #3 on: June 05, 2014, 08:33:34 AM »
boggers
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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #4 on: June 05, 2014, 09:16:28 AM »
Johnny... you are a booger <spelling?  :P>
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Offline JackstandJohnny

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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #5 on: June 05, 2014, 09:46:36 AM »
:( 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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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #6 on: June 05, 2014, 06:30:55 PM »
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...
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Offline cLAY

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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #7 on: June 06, 2014, 07:47:39 AM »
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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Offline KorzaXJ

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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #8 on: June 06, 2014, 11:18:09 AM »
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


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Offline EEP

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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #9 on: June 06, 2014, 11:40:39 AM »
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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« Reply #10 on: June 06, 2014, 01:27:14 PM »
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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Offline Vinman

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« Reply #11 on: June 06, 2014, 02:06:08 PM »
Quote from: BUKI on June 06, 2014, 01:27:14 PM
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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« Reply #12 on: June 06, 2014, 05:13:48 PM »
Wouldn't know I run mtrs now. AND he had 31s damnit.

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Offline JPuchyr

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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #13 on: June 16, 2014, 03:56:24 PM »
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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Re: tire recommendations
« Reply #14 on: June 18, 2014, 11:53:54 AM »
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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