Another 35 spare tire question

[TylerV76]

I’ve read so much on this that Ive confused myself so I need some help.

I’m having new wheels and tires put on this week. The tire is 35x12.5x17 and the wheels are -12 offset, 4.5” backspace. Weight of the full package appears to be 100lbs per tire

Right now I only have the RC relocation bracket.

If I extend the bump stops with the pvc method, is this safe to run temporarily on the RC bracket? I will be doing some intermediate off roading in a few weeks. Everything except the teraflex alpha hd bracket is sold out everywhere Ive looked. I really dont want to spend $1300 on this.

With this setup, what would you recommend to use permanently?

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[Dyolfknip74]

I’ve read so much on this that Ive confused myself so I need some help.

I’m having new wheels and tires put on this week. The tire is 35x12.5x17 and the wheels are -12 offset, 4.5” backspace. Weight of the full package appears to be 100lbs per tire

Right now I only have the RC relocation bracket.

If I extend the bump stops with the pvc method, is this safe to run temporarily on the RC bracket? I will be doing some intermediate off roading in a few weeks. Everything except the teraflex alpha hd bracket is sold out everywhere Ive looked. I really dont want to spend $1300 on this.

With this setup, what would you recommend to use permanently?

You'll be fine. I've been running 100# for a while with no effects. I am about to install a CavFab Elite carrier though.

 

[rhocking]

Is the new package for a JLU or Rubicon?

Post pics after install. I am especially interested in seeing how much poke a -12 offset wheel will have. The tool @ https://tiresize.com/wheel-offset-calculator/ seems to show that a 35 x 12.5 R17 will be 3.65" further out than stock on a JLU.

 

[Terpsmandan]

If the BS of the wheel doesn't let the tire touch the snubber, this is something that I have used on hers:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Y75VWW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

 

[Storm Cloud]

I’ve read so much on this that Ive confused myself so I need some help.

I’m having new wheels and tires put on this week. The tire is 35x12.5x17 and the wheels are -12 offset, 4.5” backspace. Weight of the full package appears to be 100lbs per tire

Right now I only have the RC relocation bracket.

If I extend the bump stops with the pvc method, is this safe to run temporarily on the RC bracket? I will be doing some intermediate off roading in a few weeks. Everything except the teraflex alpha hd bracket is sold out everywhere Ive looked. I really dont want to spend $1300 on this.

With this setup, what would you recommend to use permanently?

You'll likely be fine. But I would point out that the Teraflex Alpha HD bracket is not $1300. It's about $365. You are looking at the Bracket along with the tailgate reinforcement. The bracket is all you would need, as it is rated for 100 lbs.
Teraflex Jeep JL Heavy-Duty Tire Carrier|Northridge4x4

There is an entire thread with people talking about running larger tires without reinforcement and having no damage over time. Might be a good read.
(1) Damaged stock JL tailgate from bigger spare tire? | Jeep Wrangler Forums (JL / JLU) - Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, 4xe, 392 - JLwranglerforums.com

 

[TylerV76]

If the BS of the wheel doesn't let the tire touch the snubber, this is something that I have used on hers:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Y75VWW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

Thats what I was leaning towards as a temporary fix.

You'll be fine. I've been running 100# for a while with no effects. I am about to install a CavFab Elite carrier though.

Ok, glad to hear.

Is the new package for a JLU or Rubicon?

Post pics after install. I am especially interested in seeing how much poke a -12 offset wheel will have. The tool @ https://tiresize.com/wheel-offset-calculator/ seems to show that a 35 x 12.5 R17 will be 3.65" further out than stock on a JLU.

This is for a Sport Altitude. I currently have 275/70R18’s so its 3.05 inches more than what I have now.

Im a little worried its more poke than I wanted but since the axles arent as wide as the Rubicon, and Ive seen this setup on there and liked it, I think it’ll look how I want.

 

[TylerV76]

You'll likely be fine. But I would point out that the Teraflex Alpha HD bracket is not $1300. It's about $365. You are looking at the Bracket along with the tailgate reinforcement. The bracket is all you would need, as it is rated for 100 lbs.
Teraflex Jeep JL Heavy-Duty Tire Carrier|Northridge4x4

There is an entire thread with people talking about running larger tires without reinforcement and having no damage over time. Might be a good read.
(1) Damaged stock JL tailgate from bigger spare tire? | Jeep Wrangler Forums (JL / JLU) - Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, 4xe, 392 - JLwranglerforums.com

Thats where I keep getting confused on if I NEED the reinforcement brackets that mount to the hinges. Obviously that’d be ideal.

 

[HydroPaul]

You don't need reinforcement bracket. I've been running 37s with no reinforcement for 3 years. I have the teraflezcu mentioned to get the clearance.

 

[PDXSting]

Just got a set of these:
GOODYEAR WRANGLER ULTRATERRAIN AT 35 X 12.50R 17, and unfortunately the spare does NOT fit :-(
Steel bumper, Rubi

 

[TylerV76]

Is the new package for a JLU or Rubicon?

Post pics after install. I am especially interested in seeing how much poke a -12 offset wheel will have. The tool @ https://tiresize.com/wheel-offset-calculator/ seems to show that a 35 x 12.5 R17 will be 3.65" further out than stock on a JLU.

New wheels and tires on and it landed exactly where I wanted it.

Got the bump stops extended also with the pvc couplers. $17 at lowes.

 

[rhocking]

A little bit of poke but not too much. Looks really good.

The reason I worry about too much poke is that apparently in IL you can get a ticket. From what I have read they generally don't ticket for tires poking past fender but best not to tempt fate by going over the top and yours looks perfect.

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