Hey guys, i have been pretty much all set as to my plans of my 2.5" lift and 32" tires for a while. i just came across this thread http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=738336
i didn't want to hijack it, so i figured i would start my own.
Anyway, like i said, 32", 2.5" lift. I dont understand why he cant do 32s and can i not puts 32s on my jeep for the same reasons? please tell me i can, cuz i am finally almost half way there in my savings. I have a 2003 wrangler x with 3.73 gears, auto. Thank you, and please give me some good news.
you've got a 42RLE. it will be a complete slug on the highway with anything larger than 30s. even 31s are noticable. also you will rub the rear spring perch and front control arms without changing your backspacing with either wheel spacers or different wheels. 31x10.50 is the largest you can go without rubbing, or losing sanity due to the retarded OD ratio.
I ran 31s stock for 50K miles with no issues. I am running a 2"BB now with used Rubi springs, that got me ~1/2" more, and 33s. I rub on the rear flares at full flex, but that is all.
I have 32"x11.50" and the 3spd auto tranny. I have some power loss in acceleration, but overall i dont think its that bad. I set them under a 3" susp. lift and have no problems with clearance or rubbing. You should be fine.
ok thanks, no i am not planning to regear. i have 3.73 gears and am not too concerned by a little power loss. how come they made such a big deal about it then? he has 3.73 gears as well.
I ran my 33X10.5 BFG ATs with my auto 4spd stock 3.73 gears & it is doable, little sluggy & may be turning OD on & off but many here still run 33s on stock gears, 32s would be better anyways. Now have 4.88 & enjoy more. Have BDS 3" SL., stock ravines. Planning on some Mud Tires 33X12.5 & new wheels (hopefully soon).
you will have no problem running 32s, just make shure when you get your new rim that you get at least 3.75 back spacing.also the 2.5 lift will fit 32s. im running 35s with 3.73 gears other than a little power loss it runs the speed limit with power to pass people.its not a race car your building anyways. just remember its your jeep you have to be happy with it. what people say on this forum is just suggestions not set in stone.have fun and good luck with your build.
mine stock was 3:73 gears with 29s and a d35, auto. and yes "32s will be fine with your gearing, its not ideal but very livable, there are many people running bigger tires on the same or even higher gearing and they live with it
You will be fine although you may want to turn your OD off a lot more.
I run 33's with 3.73 gears and the 42RLE and have no problems except I keep my OD turned off 90% of the time.
Jim
ok, wow thanks for all the responses guys that makes me feel better. i still dont understand why everyone was so against that guy doing it though.they said something about his transmission or something. oh, and yes i am sure about 3.73 gears. i was trying to figure that out, and i got my build sheet from chrysler. i was very happy. anyway, thanks for all the help and if anyone could help me out about that other guy, it would be appreciated.
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