I was looking at 285/75 for my Sport with Rubi takeoffs, but didn't think they would rub .... should I reevaluate?
Did you get the Rubicon take off suspension yet? Make sure you get higher spring numbers. More than likely you won’t need additional lift after the Ruby suspension is on with 285/75/17, but it’s more preference on wheel well clearance.
Here's what I would suggest if you choose to chop your existing front fenders. Not cheap, but you will get your money's worth. Top shelf parts from a great American company. First link is to the American Adventure Labs front fender braces with integrated DRLs/turns. Just choose your model in the drop down menu. 2nd link is for their quick release high tuck aluminum liners. Again, choose model and finish. 3rd is to both finish replacing the factory white fender to body clips that don't get replaced by the liners and to add rigidity to the chopped fender.
I appreciate the feedback! I actually use a dedicated jeep mechanic to complete any advanced service. He also recommends American adventure labs and quake along with Rugged Ridge. Depending on his parts and labor estimate I might just opt to go in the leveling kit direction to achieve my desired wheel well clearance. It’s got about .5” rake, so not much at all. Plan is to install the larger tires, take measurements and decide on either coil spacers or a fender flare chop.
Without a doubt, a quality spacer lift will cost a fraction of both a fender chop or full replacement. Just make sure to go with a spacer kit that also includes shock extension brackets, which will retain full suspension travel. I'd also recommend adding a set of the front lower control arms from the mopar lift kit. They are 1/4" longer than what you have now, so they will help keep caster in the happy range for optimal steering behavior. They only cost an addition $80 give or take.
Yup, Mopar LCA’s will also get installed with the spacers, possibly larger bump stops. The recent Rubicon suspension got me a decent lift and currently rolling on 285/70/17 rubber. There is about 6.25” rear well clearance and 5.75” in front. Once I jump to 285/75/17 I’m thinking .5” rear and .75” front spacers is a good size. I want to avoid a squatty look. Here is a picture of my current set up.
Great looking Jeep you've got there!Yup, Mopar LCA’s will also get installed with the spacers, possibly larger bump stops. The recent Rubicon suspension got me a decent lift and currently rolling on 285/70/17 rubber. There is about 6.25” rear well clearance and 5.75” in front. Once I jump to 285/75/17 I’m thinking .5” rear and .75” front spacers is a good size. I want to avoid a squatty look. Here is a picture of my current set up.
I'm interested in your review of the MPs. Any pics you can share?I went with aluminum inner fender liners. I also swapped to rubi-style outers (MP concepts) which came with sequential LED turn signals. Do you have the capability to reprogram with a tazer or some other tool?
I didn’t like the way trimmed plastic inners looked, and they seemed like they’d struggle to keep debris out of the engine bay.
I seem to recall there are 2 different sized lighting assemblies. I’m not sure if it is LED bs Halogen or trim dependent.
I’ll try to come back after I get the rears on. I also need to find a forklift to test all the flexing if possible. Finding out on the trail can cut a day short.
