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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:16 AM
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If i'm going to get a 4.5" rough country lift what size tires are best. 31's, 32's, or 33's
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:24 AM
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The popular seems to be 32s. 33s could rub
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:34 AM
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I run a 4.5" and 31" tires and they still rub at full stuff even after trimming the front some. The bigger the tire, the more trimming you'll need. But even 33" or bigger are definitely possible.
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:40 AM
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Thanks for the help guys, i think im going to go with 32's and do some trimming as necessary.
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:49 AM
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32"s can be a bit harder to find than the others if you need a replacement.
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:54 AM
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yeah i found a good deal on tread depot so im just gonna buy a full size spare to.
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:56 AM
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Good idea!
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:57 AM
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thanks i was so happy when i saw the pricing on tread depot haha
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