Running 35's on steelies

[Jsaucener]

Currently awaiting a January delivery (fingers crossed) on my area 51 Black Diamond. Starting to order some parts now, as I don't want to be delayed due to supply chain issues.

First question was about lift. Looking at the 2 inch Rough Country lift at the moment, only thing I am curious about is that their site says the lift for 2021 wont fit on a 2022. I assume this is just an error with their website but I wanted to double check.

Second, I am planning on upgrading to 35's and was curious about thoughts on putting a 35x12.5x17 on the 17 inch painted steel wheel. From what I gather, the steelie is 7.5 wide, so it'd be pushing it, but I'm pretty sure it's still doable. Any thoughts would be much appreciated. Thanks!

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[BudgetBronco]

Correct, BD wheels are 7.5 inch wide.

Those tires have a recommended rim width of 8.5 - 11 inch, so ya that is pushing it a little bit. Half inch under is no problem, a full inch probably OK and I am sure others have done it (maybe not on Bronco yet but other builds). You would probably want to keep the psi lower.

 

[PWillette]

Concerning the 35s on the steelies...all I have read says they will fit but a high probability of rubbing due to the wheel offset. Several threads out there w/ details.

Also, there's also a pretty good chance of rubbing at full lock/flex without a lift.

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