shananana

Do I need a lift kit to put 31" tires on a 2000 Jeep Cherokee? I just read an article stating I don't. Is it true? Or would it be best to go ahead and put one on anyway.

Schmoozer

I have no idea if its true or not but if it is don't hit any potholes.

BLKXJ 96

31's will fit but, it will be very tight and they will rub the fender flairs bad even normal street driving. Even with a 3.5" lift I still rub 31's bad under full flex.

Teal96XJ

They MIGHT not rub if you do some serious trimming on the fenders but i have heard of 30's rubbing even during street use......

caged

so, if they rub, that means they don't fit.

you'll have to trim the fenders or get a lift. 3.5 inch will suffice.
but if yer gonna disconnect to flex over the big stuff, go bigger. you will eventually...

Daniel_Sach

They will fit with trimming bro. Your best bet is to get them on and them trim around them. They will fit though with trimming. Maybe a little rub on the bumps but not bad at all.

TrekkerJmm

I have a 3inch with 31 BFG AT's and they do not rub at all, not even when flexing or turn to turn...Tj

iowabowhunter1

If you dont wanna trim, i would def. go with at least a 3" lift....but if you dont want a lift, start choppin away.

shananana

Thanks guys,

I think the lift is definately the way to go. I have had this Jeep for 7 years..no way could I start cutting on it!

I had just seen a pic from one of the off road magazines claiming that the Jeep pictured had 31" tires and fit without a lift or being trimmed.

The lift it is!

taythegibs

you've had it 7 years and haven't cut on it yet????????

GTPstarter

Dude, Am I ever glad you asked that question. My son found me a set of 31X10.50's on rims and ballanced for $150.00. I've not looked at them yet b/c of two reasons. 1, would be the question you just aked and 2, other would be , How to convince the wife that I just have to have these for some reason I've not come up with yet.

GTP

shananana

I have seen plenty of Cherokees "trimmed" and it looks terrible. More than likely whoever did it had no clue what the heck they were doing! However I'm sure done properly its a great thing.

This gal just can't bring herself to do it..

No problem for asking the question...I can get away with asking the "obvious". My husband has no clue when it comes to cars so this is all I got!

muddpigg

sometimes it's easier to beg forgiveness than to ask permission! heck put 'em on and see how long it takes for her to notice them!!!

motoxpete

I had 30's on my xj untill I lifted it and if I turned all the way to the left or right they would rub a little bit