We have the same problem in a lot of states here in America. With these spacers, the tires really aren't out enough to draw any attention.
Being that you have an XJ, you could probably get away with a 1" spacer if so desired.
Spidertrax Wheel Spacers Installation Write-Up
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We have the same problem in a lot of states here in America. With these spacers, the tires really aren't out enough to draw any attention.
Being that you have an XJ, you could probably get away with a 1" spacer if so desired.
NewJeep4412
New member
I will take that into consideration. Thanks!
Linebacker
Caught the Bug
I have been somewhat conflicted about a wheel and tire combo to go with a planned 2 1/2" lift. I've settled on a modest 285x70x17 and have been trying to select a good wheel. I like the stockers on my 2012 Rubi but felt they were a tad narrow. Wrong-o!! Spidertrax will fit the bill and the bills in my wallet. Settled. Thanks Eddie!:yup:
ShinDiggity
New member
Noob question... Spidertrax has the 1.5" and a 1.75" wheel spacer available. I have a 3" lift with 33" tires. Can I do the 1.75" spacer for a wider look and still be safe?
Atch
New member
What is the back spacing of your current wheel?
chamberlin
New member
That's exactly what I've been using, and for this type of application, it is perfect..... (high-ish torque values and lots of space to use it).
Spider-trax ready to be installed next weekend, thanks again for another great DIY
ShinDiggity
New member
You know, I have no idea... i bought the jeep the way it was and I am not much of a techy yet.
Atch
New member
Are they the stock wheels? If they are there shouldn't be a problem with running the larger spidertrax
kaptkrappy
New member
Here's mine with 1.5" spacers and stock 17" wheels and the original Goodyear 255/75/17's S-RA's
Before
After
You can even see the left rear tire just barely sticking out of the rear flare in the after pic.
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ShinDiggity
New member
No they are aftermarket wheels. 17's with 33" tires.
which lift
I like the look of the stock wheels and I am going to use that 35 tire. My question is what lift do you have on that Jeep. This spacer install write up was very helpful, thanks
This pic should give you an idea of what it'll look like.
35x12.50 tires on factory wheels and 1.5" wheel spacers.
I like the look of the stock wheels and I am going to use that 35 tire. My question is what lift do you have on that Jeep. This spacer install write up was very helpful, thanks
At the time of this pic, we had an Old Man Emu 3" lift installed.
hawgincognito
New member
I'm assuming that you can't go much wider ( if any ) than 1.5" due to the stock stud length...?
hawgincognito
New member
Max wheel spacing suggested? Stock 17s with 35s. Looking into a wider stance without swapping rims.
As mentioned, you will put more strain on things like your axle bearings and flanges but, no more so than a wheel with less backspacing. For the most part, I think you'd be okay up to go to what would equal a wheel with 3.5" of back spacing but then, I personally haven't run anything wider than 1.5".
TheDuff
New member
1.25-1.5 was what was recommended to me for stock moabs and 35s. I have seen 1.75 for sale, but that just seems to be pushing it and probably over kill for the width of a 35. You just want enough so the tires clear everything and u get close to max steering throw before rubbing (no rub would be optimal) but u can pit some washers in the steer stops to cut out a minor rub issue.
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IIWorlds
New member
This pic should give you an idea of what it'll look like.
35x12.50 tires on factory wheels and 1.5" wheel spacers.
So you can install 12.5 wheels on 7.5" stock rims? That's good news.
hawgincognito
New member
If you haven't run anything beyond 1.5 I shouldn't either.
Guess ill have to weigh the cost/benefit on where to put my dollars for now.
Thanks for the insight guys.