Aftermarket wheels/tires for 23 Rubicon

[Rubicon23AZ]

I’m interested in changing the wheels on my 23 Rubicon and I came across the AEV Borah Wheels (17x8.5 wheels with 5.72in backspace (+25mm offset)). My question is, can I run these wheels with 35’ tires (looking at Mickeys baja boss AT) on a stock Rubicon? Or would it put stress on the ball joints, suspension, etc. thanks

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[Ron93YJ]

I think you’d be fine with that setup

 

[rickinAZ]

You don't have to start worrying until you mount 37s. I've got the same wheels/tires as you do. Here's how it looked pre-lift:

 

[Rubicon23AZ]

You don't have to start worrying until you mount 37s. I've got the same wheels/tires as you do. Here's how it looked pre-lift:

Wow wow wee wow! Do you also have a

You don't have to start worrying until you mount 37s. I've got the same wheels/tires as you do. Here's how it looked pre-lift:

wow wow wee wow! Do you also have an upgraded hinge reinforcement for the 35 spare?

 

[blnewt]

Nice wheel choice, much less to worry about w/ that +25 offset vs some of the offsets in the negative range as far as putting stress on parts. And the stock ball joint design is the main stress on them unfortunately Just plan on changing them out eventually w/ something built for the long haul.

 

[Ron Texas]

I've seen different opinions regarding 35's on a stock JL Rubicon. Some say fine, others say extreme offroad conditions will result in fenders being torn off. Maybe the question is how extreme?

 

[blnewt]

I've seen different opinions regarding 35's on a stock JL Rubicon. Some say fine, others say extreme offroad conditions will result in fenders being torn off. Maybe the question is how extreme?

Could always do a fender chop if you are really cranking it out!

 

[Fouts]

Lots of info on this topic in the wheel and tire section.

 

[rickinAZ]

wow wow wee wow! Do you also have an upgraded hinge reinforcement for the 35 spare?

I have the Mopar hinge reinforcement (from my original factory order)+ the Teraflex spare relocation bracket. That Teraflex piece is not inexpensive, but it's a work of art. https://teraflex.com/jl-alpha-hd-adjustable-spare-tire-mount-hd-8-lug-adapter-plate-kit-8x6-5.html

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