37s - 12.5 vs 13.5 Width

[FasEddy]

I am making the move to 37s and have been researching tires. I am planning to go with Nitto Ridge Grapplers and am trying to decide between 12.5 vs 13.5 width. I will be going with 18" wheels, which gives me a choice of an E rated tire in the 12.5 and a D rated tire in the 13.5. I know the D will not be as stiff.

In looking at other posts, some people say that 13.5s will follow cracks/ruts in the road more and just don't drive as good as 12.5s. 12.5s seem to be the more popular option.

For those with 13.5s , can you share your experience? Any regrets going with 13.5s?

In case it mattes, I have a 2019 JLUR (3.6 Auto) and will be installing a Metalcloak GC RockSport 2.5" lift. I have not picked wheels yet, but they will most likely be Fuel wheels in 18x9 with a -12 or +1 offset (Fuel offers both offsets on the wheels I am looking at).

Thanks in advance!

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[wibornz]

Do you use automatic car wash? The ones where you drive in and it pulls your vehicle through? Many are not 13.5 wide tire friendly.

 

[FasEddy]

Thanks for pointing out the carwash issue. I typically wash at home so not a big concern for me.

 

[Jeepin_Donnie]

Thanks for pointing out the carwash issue. I typically wash at home so not a big concern for me.

I went with 12.5. I heard the 13.5s do not do as well (as 12.5s) in rain and snow.

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