17s or upgrade to 18s. 99% street driven

[Vinny1]

Hi guys. I have been contemplating new wheels and A/T tires. I limited my searches to 17s by default but now I wonder if there is a advantage or disadvantage to 18s. I'm looking at Mayhem 8301 Flat Irons in bronze. The 18s are actually cheaper than 17s and the tires are about the same. Pros...Cons...

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[MarkY3130]

Jeeps are a harsh enough ride. I'd stick to a 17 as you get more sidewall and the tires are cheaper. The bigger you go on tires the more pronounced the price difference is.

 

[Revolution_322]

Why does everyone think that larger rims are better? They arent.

 

[AlexJeepVB]

I agree with what was said above from Mark. Also I personally like the look of more tire than more rim.

 

[Revolution_322]

Tires are part of suspension. If you want a cushy ride smaller rim. Its a jeep not a corvette... for a race car set up its a completely different conversation.

 

[Vinny1]

Ok. I just saw that Saharas come with 18's. Sorry I asked.

 

[AlexJeepVB]

Ok. I just saw that Saharas come with 18's. Sorry I asked.

Don't be sorry. Some responses are more harsh than needed lol. Many people run 18's and if that is what you like then go for it. Ride will be a little more stiff but wont ruin your Jeep haha. I just like the look of 17's vs 18's but its all personal preference.

 

[Vinny1]

I can't see as where 1" would mean anything. If it did the plush Sahara wouldn't have them. Maybe I could get 18s and Sahara shocks!

 

[AlexJeepVB]

I can't see as where 1" would mean anything. If it did the plush Sahara wouldn't have them. Maybe I could get 18s and Sahara shocks!

A lot of the time tires for 18 inch rims are also higher load ranges which contribute to the harness of ride.

 

[BlackGenesis]

What tire size are you looking at?
18 - cant go larger then 255/70 without making your ride extra stiff. All larger tires seems to be E rated.

 

[Vinny1]

Thought about a 32-33 A/T. 275 70 18 . Still looking at tires though. I don't need a 10 ply

 

[AnnDee4444]

An 18" wheel will be fine. Minimize the wheel/tire weight for maximum comfort.

 

[Vinny1]

It looks like a 275/65/18 is roughly the same height as stock. Only problem is tire selection isn't great...........Still thinking.........

 

[Revolution_322]

An 18" wheel will be fine. Minimize the wheel/tire weight for maximum comfort.

This is not true on a jeep wrangler.

 

[AnnDee4444]

This is not true on a jeep wrangler.

Please explain.

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