Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> Tracie wrote:
>
> > How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
> > lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
>
> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>
> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
> pennies and go 'big' later.
>
> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>
> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)


WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....

I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
be another $100.

So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
I need 2" longer shocks?
2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
any other mods besides slapping it on?
3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
"tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?
4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
alignment?

Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
than 31 inch tires.

Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

Tracie wrote:
> On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
>> Tracie wrote:
>>
>>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
>>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
>> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
>> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>>
>> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
>> pennies and go 'big' later.
>>
>> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
>> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>>
>> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
>> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
>> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>>
>> Mike
>> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
>> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
>> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
>> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
>> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
>
> WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> be another $100.
>
> So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> I need 2" longer shocks?

Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.

> 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> any other mods besides slapping it on?

Nothing else.

> 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?

OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.

My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
about 5 mpg better than using 5th.

Easy enough to check.


> 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> alignment?

Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
separate thread.

>
> Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> than 31 inch tires.
>
> Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>

You are welcome, I hope it helps.

Mike

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

Tracie wrote:
> On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
>> Tracie wrote:
>>
>>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
>>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
>> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
>> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>>
>> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
>> pennies and go 'big' later.
>>
>> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
>> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>>
>> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
>> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
>> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>>
>> Mike
>> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
>> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
>> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
>> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
>> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
>
> WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> be another $100.
>
> So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> I need 2" longer shocks?

Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.

> 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> any other mods besides slapping it on?

Nothing else.

> 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?

OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.

My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
about 5 mpg better than using 5th.

Easy enough to check.


> 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> alignment?

Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
separate thread.

>
> Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> than 31 inch tires.
>
> Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>

You are welcome, I hope it helps.

Mike

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

Tracie wrote:
> On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
>> Tracie wrote:
>>
>>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
>>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
>> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
>> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>>
>> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
>> pennies and go 'big' later.
>>
>> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
>> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>>
>> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
>> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
>> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>>
>> Mike
>> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
>> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
>> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
>> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
>> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
>
> WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> be another $100.
>
> So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> I need 2" longer shocks?

Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.

> 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> any other mods besides slapping it on?

Nothing else.

> 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?

OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.

My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
about 5 mpg better than using 5th.

Easy enough to check.


> 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> alignment?

Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
separate thread.

>
> Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> than 31 inch tires.
>
> Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>

You are welcome, I hope it helps.

Mike

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

Tracie wrote:
> On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
>> Tracie wrote:
>>
>>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
>>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
>> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
>> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>>
>> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
>> pennies and go 'big' later.
>>
>> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
>> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>>
>> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
>> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
>> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>>
>> Mike
>> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
>> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
>> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
>> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
>> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
>
> WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> be another $100.
>
> So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> I need 2" longer shocks?

Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.

> 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> any other mods besides slapping it on?

Nothing else.

> 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?

OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.

My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
about 5 mpg better than using 5th.

Easy enough to check.


> 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> alignment?

Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
separate thread.

>
> Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> than 31 inch tires.
>
> Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>

You are welcome, I hope it helps.

Mike

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

On Aug 17, 12:35 pm, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> Tracie wrote:
> > On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> >> Tracie wrote:
>
> >>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
> >>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
> >> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
> >> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>
> >> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
> >> pennies and go 'big' later.
>
> >> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
> >> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>
> >> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
> >> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
> >> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>
> >> Mike
> >> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> >> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
> >> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> >> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
> >> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> > WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> > I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> > with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> > be another $100.
>
> > So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> > 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> > FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> > I need 2" longer shocks?
>
> Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.
>
> > 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> > any other mods besides slapping it on?
>
> Nothing else.
>
> > 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> > "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?
>
> OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
> or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.
>
> My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
> enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
> about 5 mpg better than using 5th.
>
> Easy enough to check.
>
> > 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> > alignment?
>
> Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
> adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
> the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
> separate thread.
>
>
>
> > Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> > the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> > get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> > is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> > than 31 inch tires.
>
> > Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> > why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>
> You are welcome, I hope it helps.
>
> Mike- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -

All this information that you have given me has helped immensely.
With your help (and the help of others on this post), I was FINALLY
able to get everything sorted out as to what exactly it was that I
wanted.

There is just one thing that I don't understand though. How come you
can't put a 31 X 11.5 X 15 tire on the stock rims?

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

On Aug 17, 12:35 pm, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> Tracie wrote:
> > On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> >> Tracie wrote:
>
> >>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
> >>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
> >> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
> >> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>
> >> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
> >> pennies and go 'big' later.
>
> >> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
> >> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>
> >> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
> >> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
> >> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>
> >> Mike
> >> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> >> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
> >> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> >> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
> >> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> > WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> > I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> > with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> > be another $100.
>
> > So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> > 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> > FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> > I need 2" longer shocks?
>
> Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.
>
> > 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> > any other mods besides slapping it on?
>
> Nothing else.
>
> > 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> > "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?
>
> OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
> or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.
>
> My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
> enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
> about 5 mpg better than using 5th.
>
> Easy enough to check.
>
> > 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> > alignment?
>
> Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
> adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
> the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
> separate thread.
>
>
>
> > Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> > the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> > get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> > is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> > than 31 inch tires.
>
> > Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> > why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>
> You are welcome, I hope it helps.
>
> Mike- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -

All this information that you have given me has helped immensely.
With your help (and the help of others on this post), I was FINALLY
able to get everything sorted out as to what exactly it was that I
wanted.

There is just one thing that I don't understand though. How come you
can't put a 31 X 11.5 X 15 tire on the stock rims?

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

On Aug 17, 12:35 pm, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> Tracie wrote:
> > On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> >> Tracie wrote:
>
> >>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
> >>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
> >> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
> >> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>
> >> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
> >> pennies and go 'big' later.
>
> >> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
> >> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>
> >> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
> >> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
> >> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>
> >> Mike
> >> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> >> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
> >> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> >> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
> >> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> > WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> > I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> > with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> > be another $100.
>
> > So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> > 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> > FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> > I need 2" longer shocks?
>
> Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.
>
> > 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> > any other mods besides slapping it on?
>
> Nothing else.
>
> > 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> > "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?
>
> OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
> or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.
>
> My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
> enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
> about 5 mpg better than using 5th.
>
> Easy enough to check.
>
> > 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> > alignment?
>
> Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
> adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
> the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
> separate thread.
>
>
>
> > Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> > the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> > get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> > is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> > than 31 inch tires.
>
> > Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> > why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>
> You are welcome, I hope it helps.
>
> Mike- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -

All this information that you have given me has helped immensely.
With your help (and the help of others on this post), I was FINALLY
able to get everything sorted out as to what exactly it was that I
wanted.

There is just one thing that I don't understand though. How come you
can't put a 31 X 11.5 X 15 tire on the stock rims?

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

On Aug 17, 12:35 pm, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> Tracie wrote:
> > On Aug 17, 11:40 am, Mike Romain <roma...@sympatico.ca> wrote:
> >> Tracie wrote:
>
> >>> How silly would 31 X 10.5 X 15 tires look with a 1.5 spacer suspension
> >>> lift kit? Can I still use my stock rims?
> >> You can use the stock rims and it will look very nice and balanced with
> >> a 1.5 or 2" spacer lift.
>
> >> Cheap and easy too. Then if you have the need or want, you can save the
> >> pennies and go 'big' later.
>
> >> The 31's will also very likely put your speedometer right on for
> >> calibration. You check it with a GPS or measured mile.
>
> >> Jeep usually calibrates the speedometer for the largest 'stock' tire
> >> size which is the 31x10.5's. Well they used to, don't know now with the
> >> computer tweaking ability. A GPS will tell.
>
> >> Mike
> >> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> >> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
> >> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> >> Jan/06http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2115147590
> >> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> > WOO HOO!! PERFECT!! Alrighty then....
>
> > I just found a set of four 31X10.5 BFG Mudterrain TA tires on E-Bay
> > with less than 4000 miles for a starting bid of $100. S&H to me would
> > be another $100.
>
> > So, just to clear things up (for me--LOL).....
> > 1.) I can go with a 2" coil spacer suspension lift (spacers are a
> > FULL 2") and still be able to use my stock rims with that lift? Would
> > I need 2" longer shocks?
>
> Yes you will only need longer shocks 'and' a longer bumpstop.
>
> > 2.) With the 2" spacer lift, would I have to drop the t-case or do
> > any other mods besides slapping it on?
>
> Nothing else.
>
> > 3.) With the 31 X 10.5, how will this affect my performace (i.e. the
> > "tall" gear aspect)? Will I be OK with the 3.07s?
>
> OK, is a relative term. You might notice a bit of lack of power in 5th
> or overdrive on the highway in a headwind. If you do, just shift gears.
>
> My 5th or overdrive still has 'pull' at 65 mph, but the rpm are low
> enough that the engine lugs. If I only use 4th as a top gear, I get
> about 5 mpg better than using 5th.
>
> Easy enough to check.
>
> > 4.) I assume that I will need the speedo re-calibrated as well as an
> > alignment?
>
> Maybe on the speedometer, yes on the alignment. The toe in will need
> adjusting and the steering wheel drag link will need adjusting to center
> the steering wheel. Both 'can' be done at home, but that should be a
> separate thread.
>
>
>
> > Can you think of anything that I have missed? I am thinking this is
> > the best way for me to get 3.5" of total lift for right now until I
> > get my pennies together for something bigger and better. And this way
> > is MUCH cheaper with FAR LESS headaches than a higher lift and bigger
> > than 31 inch tires.
>
> > Thank you soooo much for your patience and your help. I understand
> > why everyone requests your help with stuff like this. : )
>
> You are welcome, I hope it helps.
>
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>
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All this information that you have given me has helped immensely.
With your help (and the help of others on this post), I was FINALLY
able to get everything sorted out as to what exactly it was that I
wanted.

There is just one thing that I don't understand though. How come you
can't put a 31 X 11.5 X 15 tire on the stock rims?

Re: RIM SIZE FOR 2006 WRANGLER X
 

Tracie wrote:
..
>
> There is just one thing that I don't understand though. How come you
> can't put a 31 X 11.5 X 15 tire on the stock rims?
>

They are too wide for the 7" rim and the rim 'back space' isn't right.

You have to have a rim that has the center dish 'offset' so the 'tire'
part sticks out of the fender more. The stock one will have the tire
too close to the shock absorber or control arm and it will rub.

In some places, when you go 12.5" you must change your fender flairs so
they cover the tire or you will get a ticket. That is why they sell
wider flairs.

Here in Canada if you shoot water off the tires you can get a ticket.

Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's - Gone to the rust pile...
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)