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how wide are stock jeep rims

by Cade Williamson Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Stock Jeep rims are 15x7. 5.Jul 26, 2007

What size rims will fit on a Jeep Commander?

The wheel size really depends on what size tire you plan on running. The stock commander can easily fit a 30 inch tall tire without any lift or problems.

What is the best rim size?

“However, 16- and 17-inch are the most common off-road sizes due to being able to maximise the sidewall of the tyre to absorb impact and shock.” A bigger sidewall tyre affords more protection for the rim, which, as mentioned previously, is possible due to the size of the rim itself, as Tonkin explained.

What size tires fit a 15x7 rim?

While the 245/60/15 will fit the 15-by-7 rims, the Mustang does not offer sufficient clearance for use of these tires. In addition, spring sag or modifications made to the vehicle affect the clearance, eliminating some of the owner's choices.

How to select the perfect rim and tire size?

Selecting the right tire size for your car

  • Reading tire size documentation. What do all these letters and numbers mean? ...
  • Load index. The load index rating is the maximum capacity of a passenger car tire, calculated from the maximum permissible axle load range between two tires.
  • Speed index. ...
  • Choosing the correct tire size. ...
  • Replacing fewer than four tires. ...

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How wide are stock Jeep JK wheels?

Stock Wheels On a Jeep JK Wrangler Now on a Jeep JK Wrangler, from 2007 to 2015, the common stock wheel sizes are 17 and 18-inches.

How wide are stock Jeep tires?

Depending on the model you drive, tires sizes can vary. However, generally speaking, when it comes to the standard factory size, the Wrangler come with 15"-17" tires. The first set of numbers (255) refers to the tire width in millimeters.

How wide is a stock rim?

In this case the tire's section width is 8.23"....What Is The Rim Width Range For A Tire?Difference from Measuring RimRim WidthApproximate Tire Section WidthMeasuring Rim6.0"8.23"0.5" wider6.5"8.43"1.0" wider7.0"8.63"1.5" wider7.5"8.83"1 more row

What size are Jeep rims?

Jeep Wheel Specifications & Size GuideVEHICLES/YEAR RANGESO.E.M WHEEL SIZEHUB/CENTER BORE1987-2006 Jeep Wranglers15"-16"71.52007-2018 Jeep JK Wranglers17"-18"71.52018-2020 Jeep JL Wranglers17"-18"71.51955-1986 Jeep CJ5, CJ7, CJ8 Scrambler15"10810 more rows

Can I put bigger tires on stock Jeep rims?

Definitely not locked in at stock size. Anything with a 285 or 295 width will fit on a 7.5 wide wheel. If you want wider an aftermarket wider wheel is recommended.

What are the size of stock rims on a 2017 Jeep Wrangler?

16-18″ diameter, 7-7.5″ width2017 Jeep Wrangler / Wheel size

How do I know my rim width?

Luckily, measuring rim width is pretty simple to do! Just take a ruler, yardstick or tape measure and measure the distance from bead seat to bead seat. The rim width is also included in the wheel size, which you can find stamped on the back of the wheel, or in your owner's manual.

Can I put wider tires on my stock rims?

As a general rule of thumb, it's safe to fit a tire up to 20 millimeters wider than stock on the original rim. The actual width of the tire will vary depending on the width of the rim: The tire will expand 5 millimeters for every half inch (12.5 millimeters) increase in rim width.

How wide of a tire can fit on a 8 rim?

Equivalency tableRim widthMinimum tire widthMaximum tire width7,0 Inches195 mm225 mm7,5 Inches205 mm235 mm8,0 Inches215 mm245 mm8,5 Inches225 mm255 mm12 more rows

What is the offset of stock Jeep wheels?

Your stock rims are 7.5 inches wide with a 44mm offset.

What size are stock Jeep JL rims?

Rubicon wheel size? Jeep Wrangler Forums (JL / JLU) - Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, 4xe, 392 - JLwranglerforums.com....Well-Known Member.BrandFactory OEMDiameter17"Width7.5"Lugs5Bolt Pattern127mm11 more rows•Aug 28, 2020

Do all Jeep rims fit all Jeeps?

Unfortunately, much like Wranglers, there's no one-size-fits-all recommendation. Below we've collected all the data about what your Wrangler came stock with, what other Jeeps can swap wheels, and how much lift you'll need to get the tire and wheel size of your dreams.

How wide is a 265/70R-17 tire?

However, per the Tire & Rim Association (T&RA) build guidelines, the 265/70R-17 tire size is safely run up to a 9-inch wide wheel. That said, the rim width range plays a roll in handling and comfort so that's something to consider.

What size wheel for BFG 265/70R-17?

BFG recommends a 7-inch to 8.5-inch wide wheel for their 265/70R-17 LR-C KO2. However, per the Tire & Rim Association (T&RA) build guidelines, the 265/70R-17 tire size is safely run up to a 9-inch wide wheel.

What is the biggest tire size for a Jeep Wrangler?

So let’s see what the largest tire size is for a stock Jeep Wrangler. What are the biggest tires you can fit on a stock Jeep Wrangler? The biggest diameter tire you can fit on a Jeep Wrangler with a stock suspension is 33 inches. The common 33-inch tire sizes are any of the following: 285/75/16. 285/70/17. 275/70/18.

How far from the rear lip of a JK wheel is the mounting surface?

That means that the mounting surface of the wheel is 6.25” from the rear lip of the wheel. So you could, and many have fitted 33 inch tyres on a stock JK, again depending on what the intended use was for, but there could be scrubbing against the fenders and inner wheel arch.

What is backspacing on a truck?

Backspacing is described as the distance from the hub mounting surface to the inside lip of the wheel (measured in inches). Increased backspacing puts the tire closer to the center of the truck. Hence a rim with a closer to 0 or negative offset will sit further out and allow you to fit wider tires.

What is the backspacing on a JK wheel?

The backspacing comes into play again. The backspacing on stock JK wheels is 6.25″. That means that the mounting surface of the wheel is 6.25” from the rear lip of the wheel

How many inches can you squeeze on a JK?

If aesthetics is what you are after and have no intention going off-road then you could squeeze up to 33 inch on the stock JK. However you will not be able to venture off-road without a lift.

Can a Jeep Rubicon fit a JL?

This is a major consideration when determining a big tire upgrade on your Jeep. The tire that will easily fit on a stock Jeep Rubicon might not necessarily fit as snug on a TJ or JL model.

Can a 33 inch tire be used on a hard rocky trail?

Yes, as mentioned in the introduction, a 33 inch tire will do just fine if it’s purely for aesthetics and you never intend doing hard rocky trails. Yes, the 33inch will do just fine in that case where maximum articulation is not an issue.

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