ive been looking to get a new set of muds for the runner and ive heard a lot of mix opinion. a lot of people like just the standard ratio 33x12.5 but ive heard a few liking the 33x10.5. what do you think?

 

I have the same setup as you--I went with 33x10.5 for a couple reasons. I wanted to keep my original rims, wanted to keep the footprint the same to save on gas and wear and tear.
They fit great--no rubbing at all

 

Marc, you think the 33/10.5's would have fit ok without the BJ spacers? Basically, do you think they'd fit on my rig

 

They may or may not. You might be able to get away with a little fender trimming or crank up the t-bars if needed. You can test the clearance with your existing tires, make a 1" tall block and try sliding that over the tread face in various combinations of suspension and steering. If the block clears then the tires should fit:

http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...it.shtml#FAQ10

I run the 33x10.50s on stock 6" rims and am pretty happy with them:

http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/BFG_AT_KO.shtml

 

Good idea about the block...

 

I have 33x12.5's. I like the more agressive stance, and bigger foot print. I got wide tires because I going in the mountains in deep snow. With skinny tires in deep snow youll dig your self a good hole really quick.

 

I used to run 12.50's and I switched over to 10.50's

Better pickup with a 22re, for sure. I gained about 1 mpg. I am able to run factory 3rd gen rims.

I haven't got stuck with them yet. They cut alot better than the 12.50's I used to slide across mud in the 12.50's where now I seem to get more bite with my 10.50's (Granted this isn't Alabama, but that is what I noticed in my little shallow mud experiences)

Oh yeah, less rubbing for sure, too.

And they're cheaper!!!!

I'd do 12.50's if you see alot of sand or mud specifically. (Although I have had no problems with th 10.50's the extra width would help in those situations.

 

Well, I personally think the 10.5's look goofy!

Too tall, not wide enough!!

 

I personally think people get to excited while posting !!!! and use too much of these !!!

No, but seriously, I love the 33x1050s. They dont demand much of a lift, more pressure on the ground, and look kinda nice given the right body and rim backspacing.

 

12.5 all the way! Why do you air down off road- bigger contact patch. Why not start wider?
Have you ever seen the Pontiac ads?

I like the 12.5 on an 8 inch rim but they look to fat on a 10 in wide rim. If you need new rims get some 8 black wagon wheels with the correct BS. No too much more $.

Not a big fan of tall skinny tires. If you were to go that direction just get some 34 x10's. All your flex should be off road and you do air them down right?

 

I would go with the 33x12.50. I think it looks more proportional to the size of the tire and IMO it looks better.

 

I'm kinda partial to 33x12.5's, guess that's why I'm running them.

 

You should see the 33x9.5's!

 

12.50

 

hmm, the 34x1050s isnt that bad of an idea. I might get those LTBs that come in that size.

 

[QUOTE=jon_7248]I personally think people get to excited while posting !!!! and use too much of these !!![QUOTE]



What are you talking about???????????????

 

I only have 31s, but I think 33x10.50s look better.

 

[QUOTE=deathrunner][QUOTE=jon_7248]I personally think people get to excited while posting !!!! and use too much of these !!!
LOL. I just love it when people are using all caps, saying hi with 10 explimation (cant spell) points, and all. It's great. Just make se wanna

 

This was my thinking too, regarding a wider tire, until I read a write up from a very knowledgeable guy. It took me a few times to understand it, but "deformation" will be greater with a narrower tire, under the same amount of weight and conditions. With less width to spread out, the tire will wrap around an object more, where a wider tire will spread out over the object more. It makes sense with a visual. I'm sure Scott won't mind me sharing this if it helps clear up some misconceptions -

The Impact of Tire Width on Traction

and a visual -

 

This is very true. A wide tire is better on sand and mud, because it spreads the weight over a larger surface area, making the truck "float". People air down to get the tire to deform better over obstacles. So, a narrower tire just has to air down less, making the tire less likely to slip a bead.