32s or 33s

[jr91X]

I am trying to decide on tires and would like some opinions. I have a 91 XLT with a 3" BL and am running 31-10.5-15 with 15-8 black rock crawlers. I can get Dunlap mud terrains for cheap right now. I have plenty of room with the tires now and would like to do the 33-12.5-15 but do not want to rub the fender when turning. Is this going to be problem or should I get 32-11.5-15?

 

[Blee1099]

Let me refer you to a nice link. http://explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=67200

 

[jr91X]

I have read that and measured but just cannot tell since different brands that are the same specs are just a little different in size and width. Like Super Swampers are a lot wider than the same size BF Goodrich. That is why I wanted to know if anyone knows about the sizes of the Dunlap Mud terrain tires.

 

[Redrig]

If you only have a 3" body lift i would NOT go with the 33's. Get the 32's.

 

[jr91X]

Thanks redrig. How is it with the 2" suspension lift. I might get the skyjacker kit in about 2 months. Would the tires be alright for now?

 

[Redrig]

No, you would have to trim alot to use 33's right now. I still rub with them a little bit with 5 inches of lift and i trimmed.

 

[jr91X]

Thanks. I will just get the 32s

 

[Lilmule]

Do you need to go with a 12.5, or are those tires available in a narrower width? Would it make a difference? Less resistance to roll. I like my 33-9.5's, but I run them on a 8' wheel.
Just my two cents.