cjjackson2400

Just got some 15x8 wheels for my 1999 xj what is the smallest tires I can run without suspension upgradesstock only

jmm0122

Smallest? Why smallest? Largest is p235/75/r15. 30's will rub on a 99.

cjjackson2400

Ok so can I put 235/75/15 on it without rub BC the tire shops I have talked to keep telling me 225/75 only but another concern is the 15x8 wheel too wide for the stock Cherokee and will I need any backspacing?

jmm0122

What rims are you going to be running? Most of your steel rims are going to have around 4" backspacing which will push the tire out a little bit so rubbing on the lca's shouldn't be a problem at all.
This is my jeep with p235's and it never rubbed:

cjjackson2400

I bought some Pacer soft 8 look likes im pretty new to this im sorry if I sound stupid..but ill be lifting it 3 in a month or so..

jmm0122

Well you should be fine then because the backspacing on those is like 3.75 or something. But if your gonna lift it soon why buy new tires now?

Slugger

I got 235's they fit perfect.

cjjackson2400

Lol ok cool..but I just bought it last sat and the tires look like slicks almost so im gonna run those until I lift it and can afford 31s

jmm0122

Ahh ok. Slicks are no fun in the rain. You can check craigslist or something for some cheap used tires if your current ones are too bad.

Rock Toy

^x2 If you're planning on lifting soon check local Craigslist. Also the local tire shops for used tires that they will sell you cheap that will last a couple of months until you are ready to buy new ones after the lift. If you are going with a 3 inch lift you should be able to run 31x10.5s.

cjjackson2400

Lol yea worn tires suck But that's a good idea I just need something temporary thanks for all the help

JeepingDan

just get some cheap used tires to get you by till the lift and bigger stuff go's on.