Picking a Tire size.
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Picking a Tire size.
Hey guys new to this forum. I have an 00 xj sport and was wondering what tire size for stock suspension you guys would recommend and why. I have two main choices. Either 255/70r15 or 235/75r15. I know 235s will work and i know 255s will rub at full lock. But i can put a washer in the steering stop. I just want to know if i will lose mpgs and power if i go with the 255s.
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On stock suspension and rims, I'd go with the 235s, especially if you actually do any offroading. The 255s will rub quite a bit at turn under flex.
Sport w/ 235s on stock suspension.
Sport w/ 235s on stock suspension.
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Thanks all for the input. I think im just going to go with the 235s after reading the comments here and doing some research i think they will work well with my uses. Mostly a daily driver but does see some mild trails for hunting camps. Plus 235s are cheaper and i live in a snowy area where they love salt so will save some money for the body work it needs. Thanks again.
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I have 30x9.5's on mine and they don't rub when I turn full lock and I haven't rubbed off road yet either but I haven't gone hard core off road either. I do like the looks of it, the tires fill up the wheel wells just right.
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I'm going to mention this only because you didn't include in your post if auto or manual. I assume auto but if you have manual I can tell you there will be a fairly significant impact to driving even with 235s.