Hey guys ! I just picked up a '01 TJ & am starting to get everything ready for the transformation. I've decided on a RE 3.5" basic lift & will be running 33x12.5 tires.I asked about the 15x10" wheels & was quickly steered away from it & told to go to w/ 8" instead by the salesman, is'nt stock 7" ? . I know the guy sells tires ............. but he doesn't have a Jeep. What do you think would be the best width to go w/ & why. All input appreciated.

It's a matter of preference but I think 8" wide wheels are perfect for a 12.5inch tire. It gives you a nice bulge, especially when aired down.

I think you'll find that most people running 12.5" tires, that actually wheel, run 8" wide rims.

I have been running this setup for over a year now and I always air down to 15lbs. I've yet to have a problem running rocks, mud, and general trail riding(badlands).

If you use a 10" rim and air down the chance of popping your tire off the bead is greater. Your tire will also have a flat(er) side wall so you will hit your rim more frequently on rocks. On the plus side with a 10" you can take corners like your in a car because there is alot less sidewall roll.
I would recomend 8" as well.

I would recommend 8" too, for reasons previosly stated. 10" wide wheels will work, but I don't really like them as much.

They would fit on your 7" stock wheels, but I sure wouldn't reccomend it, even though a few people I know run that size and love it.

the only problem with the stock 7" wide rims is the backspacing. I'm running 35x12.50 SSR's on stock Chevy Blazer rims. I love them.

the only problem with the stock 7" wide rims is the backspacing. I'm running 35x12.50 SSR's on stock Chevy Blazer rims. I love them.

ur running stock blazer rims w/ 35's? damn! go with an 8" or 10", if u like the real wideness of the 10", but the 8 will hold the bead better and make ur tires look taller..
off subject, but do u ever rub ur tie rod on the inside weights on ur wheels? curious, running 35's 15x10 american racing steel black rims like everybody has.. i rub the weights down. just curious?

Thanks guys !

I know the guy sells tires ............. but he doesn't have a Jeep.

thats the funniest thing ive heard all day! so what if he doesnt have a jeep, a tire is a tire and a wheel is a wheel...what does it care if its on a jeep? you jeeples make me laugh :laughing:


anywho, if you want to wheel it and it sounds like you do, go with the 8" for the better bead holding, unless you plan on stepping up to a tire thats 14.5" wide and dont want to buy rims later, stick with 8"s