Somebody talk me down from the ledge!

[LSJKU]

I mostly agree with the recommendations made by everyone else on here; get the 35s. I had the Mopar 2" lift on my 2018 JLR with 35's and 4.10s. That combo worked out great. So great that I went with 35s and 703s on my 2025 JLR (ordered with 4.88 gears) day after I picked it up. But a few month later I developed that terrible and highly contagious "Jeep itch." I also grew tired of having a very short 1st gear with the 35s.

But if you're already itching, or even thinking you will get the itch, then save yourself some perplexity (and $$$) and take that 37" rabbit hole now. As long as you do a re-gear sooner than later, you will be waaay happier in the long run.

2018 JLR with 2" Mopar lift, 4.10s and 35s:

2025 JLR with 2.5" Terra-Krawler lift, 4.88s, 38s and other mods as well, a work in progress:

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[yokramer]

https://eastcoastgearsupply.com/c-1207184-complete-axle-assemblies-jeep-jeep-jl.html

 

[LSJKU]

https://eastcoastgearsupply.com/c-1207184-complete-axle-assemblies-jeep-jeep-jl.html

Maybe, in the long run. But tires are 38x11.5x17s. They only weight about 10lbs more than the 35" KM3s I previously had. Total tire/wheel weights are about 106+ lbs each (I weighed all 5). But the taller tires will still cause faster wear in the ball joints, drag link and tie rod. Everything is still tight but they are all on the list for the next upgrade. I'm not convinced I need one-tons at this point. But if it turns out I do, well, that will be addressed as well.
Thanks!

 

[yokramer]

Maybe, in the long run. But tires are 38x11.5x17s. They only weight about 10lbs more than the 35" KM3s I previously had. Total tire/wheel weights are about 106+ lbs each (I weighed all 5). But the taller tires will still cause faster wear in the ball joints, drag link and tie rod. Everything is still tight but they are all on the list for the next upgrade. I'm not convinced I need one-tons at this point. But if it turns out I do, well, that will be addressed as well.
Thanks!

That was more for OP and pushing him further towards the ledge.

 

[Sportacus]

OP, with 35s youll be safe with the stock tailgate but you will need a spare tire relocation kit to love the tire up an inch or two.

You may also need spacers for offroading with stock wheels, though im not sure with stock control arms. Can always put them on and then see.

 

[2nd 392]

https://eastcoastgearsupply.com/c-1207184-complete-axle-assemblies-jeep-jeep-jl.html

OP- They occasionally have sales. I suggest dealing with “Will” directly 919-672-2705 ext 1011 . Great service, another member recommended him to me. He had them shipped to Gear FX for finishing before I even got a reply from the general number that didn’t know it. …. Hope he’s still there.

 

[Odyssey USA]

The first thought that came to mind.

 

[LSJKU]

That was more for OP and pushing him further towards the ledge.

Gotcha! That ledge is a lot closer than anybody ever gives it credit for. i've already tumbled over the edge, picking up steam rolling down the hill. I just hope to avoid a crash landing.

 

[LSJKU]

OP, with 35s youll be safe with the stock tailgate but you will need a spare tire relocation kit to love the tire up an inch or two.

You may also need spacers for offroading with stock wheels, though im not sure with stock control arms. Can always put them on and then see.

You are correct, sir. On the Orange 2018 above I was using 1-3/4" spacers. Spidertrax or some brand like that.

The 35" spare worked fine on both the 2018 (steel bumpers) and 2025 (plastic bumper). But when I went to the 38's on the 2025, the spare would not fit with the stock plastic bumper (if you can call it that-it's a piece of junk). That's why my rear bumper is off and the spare is in the back of the Jeep. I can't make my mind up between a spare tire carrier (with the hinge supports) or combo rear bumper/tire carrier.

Decisions, decisions....

 

[yokramer]

You are correct, sir. On the Orange 2018 above I was using 1-3/4" spacers. Spidertrax or some brand like that.

The 35" spare worked fine on both the 2018 (steel bumpers) and 2025 (plastic bumper). But when I went to the 38's on the 2025, the spare would not fit with the stock plastic bumper (if you can call it that-it's a piece of junk). That's why my rear bumper is off and the spare is in the back of the Jeep. I can't make my mind up between a spare tire carrier (with the hinge supports) or combo rear bumper/tire carrier.

Decisions, decisions....

The carrier on the rear door has less contact points vs a bumper mounted one which will flex independently of the body causing more chances for squeaks and rattles.

 

[2nd 392]

That was more for OP and pushing him further towards the ledge.

It appears the OP got the needed push

 

[azbobver]

Another option is to find Rubicon springs and shocks takeoffs and run 33s. I ran my JLURD on many trails and badge trails before I put lift on it.

 

[RubiSc0tt]

37s or go home/leave this site IN SHAME

Seriously though, go with 35s. They will work on a barely modified wrangler just fine without needing a bunch of more upgrades. Nobody ever regrets going bigger, only not big enough.

FTFY.

Somebody talk me down from the ledge!


We all come here to see someone jump.

I HOPE THEY DO A BACKFLIP!

In all seriousness... as long as they have some solid skid plates for protection- stock Jeeps are pretty capable.

 

[James Westfall]

35's work fine on a Sport - just stick to the lighter ones (no E-load tires for God's sake!) and it will be fine. It could be better, with better gearing, but it works fine.

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