I have modified several different vehicles since I caught the wheeling bug. I realized that experience has changed my modifying methods from "Go Big" to "Only What's Necessary".
I used to feel the need to run at least 35's, but now only run 32's. I still get down the same trails and and haven't broken anything on this truck yet.
I went wheeling down some trails to the Illinois river this weekend and ran into a group of Jeeps and Sami's, all heavily modified. Not to sound arrogant but, they were impressed that I made it down despite my long(ish) wheelbase and "small" tires. I did have to winch once, going up and out but, no problem. Then I caught back up to their group and had to wait 3 hours behind them because one Sami rolling on 36's broke a rear axle.
The incident just made me think. Yeah I may have to winch a little more here and there but, I've learned that sometimes these tall tired rides aren't so dependable. I've been there and I hated it. I say all that to say this: Sometimes something you think is gonna be "all that", just aint, and it's cheaper, less frustrating, and more reliable to build according to your needs. If you need 35's or larger, fine. However, I think that most of the time you could get by with less tire and less wear and tear on your rig, if you focused on other areas of your rig, such as a winch, sliders, or locking differentials.

 

check this out 28" tires and it wheels

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f86/...y-28-s-104077/

 

I always felt that 33's were where you should be. Combinded that with a 2-3" suspension lift and a 1-2" body lift and your good to go. Add some lockers and junk and you can outwheel most built rigs if you know what your doing.

I never saw a need to go 35's, while they gain you 2" in height they arent really needed.

 

This is a natural cycle, though I usually hear it from the guys who keep going and going until they have a buggy. Typically the next step is a PU on 35's, due to the fun and simplicity. you are just experiencing it on a smaller level.

that will be 100$ and get off my couch.

 

there are a few places out in the sierra's that i wish i had some 35" and a front arb but that's only on a few spots

 

amen brother ...

33's with lockers front/rear and I can guarantee you that the capability of the rig is not what limits me ...