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What size wheels are needed for 31" tires?

Old Jun 18, 2012 | 02:36 AM
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Can i use stock wheels or do i need to buy new wheels for 31s?
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 03:20 AM
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I have 31's on my stock jeep wheels.
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 03:22 AM
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You can use the stock ones. If you go look at a tires web site you can find all the specs on them and the recommended wheel size.
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 07:48 AM
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i have my 31s wrapped around the stock wheels. i recommend getting 1.5" wheel spacers when using the stock wheels though.
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 08:45 AM
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I have 31x10.5 on stock rims. They look fine but the tires rub on the lca's. Wheel spacers would probably help. Or get the correct backspacing rims.
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 09:54 AM
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WJ LCA's or aftermarket should help prevent rubbing, otherwise a min of 1.25" wheel spacers recommended.
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 10:06 AM
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Yeah for sure 15 if you have no lift and 31's will be fine except at full lock to left or right I tan them forever on my 89
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 10:45 AM
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#1x10.50's can go on a 7" wide rim, but you'll have backspacing issues and will rub on the LCa's as other have said. To fix this, there are a few options:
1. WJ LCA's - do require some grinding to fit.
2. Wheel Spacers - minimum of 1.25"
3. Properly backspaced rims (4" backspacing)
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 02:19 PM
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Ok because im planning on buying some 31s from my neighbor for $250 for all four tires which i thought was a good deal. And i am also going to make the wheel spacers because i have the equipment to do so and itll save a lot of money
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by cubfan
Ok because im planning on buying some 31s from my neighbor for $250 for all four tires which i thought was a good deal. And i am also going to make the wheel spacers because i have the equipment to do so and itll save a lot of money
Unless you REALLY know what you're doing, please don't make the spacers yourself. a 2" spacer requires you to use a bolt on spacer. Those lug spindles need to be very strong and very well placed, as well as the hub bore being dead on. Otherwise, a lot of vibes are gonna happen and it'll either come loose or break. Spacers are not an area to go cheap on.
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Old Jun 20, 2012 | 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by no rdplz

Unless you REALLY know what you're doing, please don't make the spacers yourself. a 2" spacer requires you to use a bolt on spacer. Those lug spindles need to be very strong and very well placed, as well as the hub bore being dead on. Otherwise, a lot of vibes are gonna happen and it'll either come loose or break. Spacers are not an area to go cheap on.
O ya i know, i wouldnt do it if i didnt feel comfortable doing it. My dad has a machine shop and does this type of stuff so i'll get his help
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