Military Style Wheels for JLUR

[Pig-Pen]

the wheels will fit fine. ive seen JK wheels on a JL. backspacing and hub bore is the same. the studs dont barely fit in the lug holes. there is wiggle room.

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[dustdriver]

TFL Truck did an interesting video on their 2020 Gladiator build, where they used the spare wheel all around, looks great. (Mopar PN: 4755290AA).

I can't find specs on it but it might be exactly the same as the JLUR (?).

(Update: the dealer confirmed that there is no difference between this JT wheel and the JL Rubicon wheels, so... yeah!)

 

[Dave928]

metalmoto ?

Fuel Militia

XD Panzer

 

[DinDinh04]

TFL Truck did an interesting video on their 2020 Gladiator build, where they used the spare wheel all around, looks great. (Mopar PN: 4755290AA).

I can't find specs on it but it might be exactly the same as the JLUR (?).

I saw their video, doesn't look bad at all tbh.

 

[geem03]

I'm running Costco steel wheels...

 

[Headbarcode]

I've gotten lots of compliments from both cops and current/ex military personnel. The main focus is always the color and the 5-spoke wheels.

 

[rba89]

I'm running Costco steel wheels...

What sizes are the wheels and tires?

 

[geem03]

What sizes are the wheels and tires?

285/70/17's

 

[INCRHULK]

here are some fifteen52's you might like.

Came here to suggest these. They are going to be the rims I put on when I wear out my current KO2s.

 

[Amaruq]

Came here to suggest these. They are going to be the rims I put on when I wear out new current KO2s.

They’re fantastic. Still waiting on mine to arrive. Should be soon.

 

[INCRHULK]

They’re fantastic. Still waiting on mine to arrive. Should be soon.

They seem to be really short in supply. What colour did you get?

 

[Amaruq]

They seem to be really short in supply. What colour did you get?

Black For my sting.

 

[OregonJeepGuy]

I'm running Costco steel wheels...

Aren’t those the same as the Mopar JT spare wheels on the TFL build just above your post? Those look pretty nice, and currently less than $90 per wheel on Moparonline. Sweet.

 

[Kluk Ztopolovky]

I think it looks fantastic

 

[Wrangler98]

Resurrecting this thread in case anyone is still looking for a good wheel tire combo. I think I may have found the perfect combo of wheels and tires for a "military" or old school look for the JL as far as wheels go. Strap in, this is a long post...lots of info, lots of spec, and most importantly lots of pics!

Here's the setup:

• 2018 JLU Sport S, 3.6l Gas, Auto, 3.45 gears, and Mopar 2" lift
• Tires: 285/75R18 Goodyear Duratrac
  • Specs: 35.1" tall, 11.2"tread width, and 18" rim
  • I wanted to run this tire due to it measuring as a true 35" tire and it's the same width as stock Rubicon tires (11.2")
  • I've run these tires on a past 4x4 van with great results, I just love Duratracs for year round driving in Colorado
• Wheels: 18x8 stock steel spare wheels from Grand Cherokee or Durango
  • Specs: 18x8, +56mm offset, 71.5mm hub bore, steel
  • Part number: 04755212AC (there are several variations of part numbers but this should get you started for your search)
  • I hate flashy wheels, honestly the rubicon wheels with the silver lip is just ugly to me. I wanted a classic steel wheel look. This was the hard part because nearly no one makes an 18" steel wheel! Luckily Mopar took take of that while making spare wheels haha
  • They are +56mm offset...so this brought them in +12mm closer than the stock Rubicon wheels (+44mm) I had on before. When these new wheels/tires were mounted I had rubbing on the sway bar and control arms. Of course I knew this would happen, so spacers were in order.
• Extras: 1.75" wheel spacers
  • Specs: G2 5x5 1.75 Wheel Spacers...its important to get a JL specific wheel spacer to match thread length/type and hub size
  • Part number: 93-73-175M
  • These were needed to combat the rubbing I experienced with the added offset of the rims.
  • This makes the wheel/tire combo stick past the fender nearly identically to a 35x12.5R17 tire with a +25mm offset...AEV recommends this set up for their JLs
  • Now I know some people are against spacers, but I see no issues. Just be sure to use the supplied RED loctite, PROPERLY TORQUE and CHECK TORQUE after a few hundred miles after initial instal, during tire rotation, and after heavy trail use. Sorry for the CAPS but this is important!

Goals of this setup and notes:

• Wanted a true 35 inch tire without the added width...the Duratracs accomplished this with their 35.1" height and 11.2" width
• Classic/rugged wheel look...the Grand Cherokee and Durango full size steel wheels look awesome in my opinion
• Did not want the tires to stick out past the fender flares more than necessary...the combination of high offset (+56mm) from the wheels and 1.75" spacers are near perfect. Nearly identical to AEVs wheel/tire recommendations.

Now you may be wondering what this costs. For me I'm not in a hurry to buy new condition parts at the store/online for my Jeep. I constantly check Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace for good deals. Here's what the final cost for everything needed for this set up:

• Tires: bought off Craigslist for $1300 for set of 5
  • 285/75R18 Duratracs are coming from the factory on the new Ford Super Duty Tremor packages. So keep an eye out for people taking these off and selling them! I grabbed my BRAND NEW set of 5 take offs for $1200 from a guy that just upgraded his truck when he bought it
• Wheels: bought on Craigslist for $225 for a set of 5 never used wheels from a Dodge Durango
• Spacers: unfortunately I didn't have time to source these and needed to combat the rubbing immediately...so $240 plus tax for G2 5x5 1.75 Wheel Spacers specifically for the JL
• SO total cost for this set up $1665! Compare that to buying some new flashy wheels and wide tires that could possibly rub. I know the look isn't for everyone but I love it!

Final thoughts...now I'm only a few days in with this setup.

• I had an AEV Pro Cal Snap to reprogram for the larger tires...matches GPS speed and shift points are good
• On-road I have no rubbing at all!
• Off-road...once I hit the trails I'll check clearance and report back. Based on all the calculations I've done, I don't anticipate any issues.
• Driveability with 3.45 gears and 35s really is not bad. I also have a hard top, rack, and roof top tent (iKamper) so there's all that added weight. I drive pretty conservatively and cruise around 65-70 MPH on the highway.
• MPG...now this is still up in the air. So far with about 200 miles the computer is showing 22.1 MPG with I'd say a 80/20 highway/city split. I won't know true MPG until I hand calculate after a few tanks of gas

Well you've made it this far so here's pictures haha...the rear pictures show how much they stick out, I didn't do a close front picture since I need to center my axle with a new track bar and the distance on each side is off...but the other pics should give agood idea of looks.

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