Rubi Wheels/Tires on a Sport - another perspective

[Jeepney]

This question has been asked and answered many times: Can I put Rubicon tires on a Sport? The response from the forum has been an overwhelming YES!

But I'm a little confused at the common supplementary observations:
- No rubbing unless flexing hard
- Recommended removal of euro covers to prevent possible rubbing
- Brakes working a little harder
- Possible need to re-gear
- Possible need to adjust speedo
- Suggestions to also add the Rubicon shocks if possible

It appears that there are technical reasons, even little ones, why the Sport is not designed to have the Rubicon tires. If so, what are they?

I'm waiting for my first jeep, a six-speed 2-Door Sport S with anti-spin rear diff. And I'm clearly a newbie - thanks for your help!

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[OnlyOne]

I don’t see you having any issues whatsoever with 33’s. Just do it. Don’t worry about it. The technical reason is that Jeep wanted to differentiate the models. The other tire differences are so small they aren’t even noticeable.

 

[WXman]

Realistically, the 245/75-17 Bridgestone HT tires that come on most Sport S models are 32" tall while mounted. That's VERY close to the diameter of a 285/70-17 tire which I typically measure out to 32.25" mounted. So, you shouldn't expect to have any issues whatsoever putting Rubicon tires on a Sport. And, you shouldn't require any further modifications either. Most people are doing that stuff because they want to, not because they need to.

 

[Kenny]

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