Maximum tire size for Moab wheels?

[TJRFL]

If you have wheel spacers you should not need to modify your steering stops. I was happy to get my full range of steering back after I added the spacers. It doesn’t make a difference on the street but did help on the trails

Ok, some varying requirements. I'm assuming might be wheeling terrain/ differences in each individual jeep?

285/75R16 - **Might require ** 1+ inch BL. Will Require wheel spacers (Spidertrax/synergy) or adjustment to steering stops.

265/75R16 - Mount balance have fun. (0.6 inch decrease in ride height)

I suppose that might be more accurate. And I suppose both will probably require at least heavier tailgate hinges.

 

[TJRFL]

Yes, but you risk damage to your tailgate. For that size spare you really want an Exogate / MORryde tire carrier.

Part of my build is to keep the jeep on the smaller side, and stock-ish, with slightly improved capability. Can just heavier duty hinges be used? Or is the tailgate itself not going to support the extra 10 pounds (I think the difference between 245/75R16 and 285/75R16, but can't find my measurements now).

 

[TJRFL]

Yes, but you risk damage to your tailgate. For that size spare you really want an Exogate / MORryde tire carrier.

Would something like the MORryde heavy duty hinge work:

http://www.morryde.com/products/189...ilter%255B%255D%3Dall%26filter%255B%255D%3D15

 

[Rubicon John]

Would something like the MORryde heavy duty hinge work:

http://www.morryde.com/products/189...ilter%255B%255D%3Dall%26filter%255B%255D%3D15

I have seen people post that if you’re running 33s the heavy duty hinges alone will suffice. Which I would guess is accurate but I don’t have any personal experience.

 

[Chris]

Would something like the MORryde heavy duty hinge work:

http://www.morryde.com/products/189...ilter%255B%255D%3Dall%26filter%255B%255D%3D15

Yes, that will work just fine.

With a 245 you wouldn't need anything like this, but with a 265 or over, it's really a smart move.

 

[TJRFL]

Some variance in suggested requirements. I'm assuming might be wheeling terrain/ differences in each individual jeep?

285/75R16 - **Might require ** 1+ inch BL. Will Require wheel spacers (Spidertrax/synergy) or adjustment to steering stops. Require at least heavier tailgate hinges to accommodate spare tire (MORryde), full tailgate support or bumper mounted tire carrier preferred.

265/75R16 - Mount balance have fun. (0.6 inch decrease in ride height). Require at least heavier tailgate hinges to accommodate spare tire (MORryde).


I'm assuming at this point that differences in lift kit (ie exact amount of lift) will have a large effect on how much modification would be required with the 285/75R16 setup.

 

[joelachr]

I replaced my previous 245/75R16E MT/Rs with 265/75R16C DuraTracs and the info I can find shows the bigger DTs are actually lighter. I use the stock carrier with both and haven't had a problem with either set. My tailgate hinges have swung stiff since I bought it but I don't know if tire weight has anything to do with that. I'm considering a MORryde mostly for peace of mind and a greaseable, smooth swinging hinge.

The only clearance problem I've had with the 265 DTs, which are 31.7" diameter according to Goodyear, on my stock Rubicon is a bit of rub near full lock. It seems to be little enough interference that I rarely turn the wheel far enough to notice the problem. I don't disconnect off-road and my trips are probably mild by most standards so I haven't noticed any other clearance problems with these 265 size tires.