Wheels/Tires options for the Jeep

NYSpeed Automotive
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Looking at options for my JKU. I am thinking of going with 33’s. I need something that won’t drive me crazy daily-ing it but can still perform well off roading or on the dunes. My top pick right now are Goodyear Duratrac 285/70-17. Based on review they seem to strike a decent balance. Anyone have experience with these or suggest something else?

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Also, adding about 18 lbs of unsprung weight with just tires, figure wheels might make up 3 or 4 of that but still ~15 lbs, should I be looking at brake improvements?

Regarding wheel looking for any suggestions since I haven’t fallen in love with any yet. Looking for a black or dark wheel. Options I have looked at:

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Lastly regarding lift I will probably go with a TeraFlex 1.5" Spring Leveling Kit and maybe pick up a set of rubi shocks.

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You can get that 33" tire on a 15" wheel without a lift, that’s what I did with mine. Tires are a lot cheaper too.

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I have 265/60 r18 BFG rugged terrains on my grand cherokee… I thought they were an okay balance going in…now I wish I hadn’t…they are unbelievably loud on some road surfaces

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Yeah I might go the smaller rim route. More tire.

Here are 33x12.50x15 with the lift I am looking at:

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Or maybe the 285/75R16 which would only be 11" wide and still 33". 12.5" might stick out more than I want.

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I have very similar wheels to that first one on my Ranger.

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You will like the small amount the tire sticks out past the fenders. It doesn’t interfere with driving at all and gives the jeep great stance. I can’t tell you how many compliments I got on that wheel and tire combo.