BeachBum
Jeep Newb
As you can see from my profile, I have 2017 JK Rubicon Recon (2dr). I installed the 3.5" GC Suspension and am running LT315/70R17 tires (35's at12.50) on stock 4.10 gearing, Dana 44s, 3 pucks on bumpstops (F&R), 2" wheel spacers, When I installed the lift, I used an exhaust spacer from MC and also installed the Rocksport steering stabalizer and mount.. I currently have stock fenders, stock Recon wheels, Teraflex HD tire carrier upgrade. I upgraded my intake/ muffler and have the Pedal Commander to help with acceleration. Everything is working exceptionally well, and I'm a huge believer in MC and the GC suspension. My Recon came with the towing package and normal Recon upgrades.
I've done some searching online, and I can't find an answer to my specific questions so I am asking it here. I hope it's not too redundant from past threads. I love the lift, the 35's, and the wheeling here on Maui is relatively ok with some moderate rock crawing and numerous dirt trails with embedded rock obstacles. Probably the biggest concern is the sharp lava rock that I have to drive over sometimes. I just want bigger tires...
I think that summarizes my current setup. My question is what are the most glaring needs and in order of requirements to upgrade to 37s. I'd like to keep my rims if possible, and since they are working great on the 35's at 12.5 I am hopeful that they won't need to be the first change required (staying with 12.5). My plans are to try and mount the tires, and if they rub the fenders too much (or maybe not at all) I would upgrade to the Mopar High Top Fenders to preserve some of the stock look. I'm wondering what's next. Drive shafts? (both or just one to start and front or back) Big Brakes (the Patagonias I'm looking at actually weigh 3 lbs less - 71 vs 74lbs)? Axle Truss/ Gussets? Gearing (I know I'll probably need that at some point, but where does that fall in importance)? Ball joints (are they super necessary with the Rubicon Recon pkg)? Axles Shafts? Sleeves? Steering box?
I have a little bit of money for some of these things (in addition to the tires) but not enough for all of them. This why I'm asking the question of what is needed, what is absolutely required, and in what order of importance. If 37's will work with no mods, all the better but I'm pretty sure I need at least a front or rear driveshaft (or at least a CV joint kit). Any help wouldbe appreciated. Mahalo!
I've done some searching online, and I can't find an answer to my specific questions so I am asking it here. I hope it's not too redundant from past threads. I love the lift, the 35's, and the wheeling here on Maui is relatively ok with some moderate rock crawing and numerous dirt trails with embedded rock obstacles. Probably the biggest concern is the sharp lava rock that I have to drive over sometimes. I just want bigger tires...
I think that summarizes my current setup. My question is what are the most glaring needs and in order of requirements to upgrade to 37s. I'd like to keep my rims if possible, and since they are working great on the 35's at 12.5 I am hopeful that they won't need to be the first change required (staying with 12.5). My plans are to try and mount the tires, and if they rub the fenders too much (or maybe not at all) I would upgrade to the Mopar High Top Fenders to preserve some of the stock look. I'm wondering what's next. Drive shafts? (both or just one to start and front or back) Big Brakes (the Patagonias I'm looking at actually weigh 3 lbs less - 71 vs 74lbs)? Axle Truss/ Gussets? Gearing (I know I'll probably need that at some point, but where does that fall in importance)? Ball joints (are they super necessary with the Rubicon Recon pkg)? Axles Shafts? Sleeves? Steering box?
I have a little bit of money for some of these things (in addition to the tires) but not enough for all of them. This why I'm asking the question of what is needed, what is absolutely required, and in what order of importance. If 37's will work with no mods, all the better but I'm pretty sure I need at least a front or rear driveshaft (or at least a CV joint kit). Any help wouldbe appreciated. Mahalo!