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33s Vs35s

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by olcj, Dec 16, 2020.

  1. Dec 17, 2020
    Iandavidh

    Iandavidh Member

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    Is that a fiberglass front end I see!?!

    And body*
     
  2. Dec 17, 2020
    ACAMS

    ACAMS New Member

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  3. Dec 18, 2020
    olcj

    olcj A Work in Progress

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    Yep, fiberglass body & front end. And that is probably the ONLY Prius I would consider driving! ha ha
     
  4. Dec 18, 2020
    MP67CJ5

    MP67CJ5 New Member

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    Just for reference, here’s my 67 with 35’s (about a 4 inch lift I think). They’re too big in my opinion but the 33’s I had were shot so I replaced them with these 35’s that I already had. I think your choice to go with 33’s is the correct one.

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  5. Dec 18, 2020
    olcj

    olcj A Work in Progress

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    I honestly don't think those look bad at all, would want a little more lift though. Might have to re-think my decision lol
     
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  6. Dec 19, 2020
    MP67CJ5

    MP67CJ5 New Member

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    Thanks! It may be difficult to see it in the photo, but the rear tires are super close to the front of the wheel well opening. My springs are so stiff that I don’t have much flex, and this rig pretty much only sees streets so it works for me. Any serious off-roading and the tires would be eating through the body.. Maybe it is time for some more lift!!
     
  7. Dec 19, 2020
    FinoCJ

    FinoCJ 1970 CJ5 Staff Member

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    One way to think about it is to run 33s generally requires about 2.5" lift or so. To run 35s, it's gonna be at least 4" lift and possibly some trimming if you plan to take it off road. A 76 would normally be a later generation, and thus you should have quite a few options from aftermarket suppliers. Now just my thoughts, but if I were trying to fit 35s, I'd consider an SOA with flatter spring for off-road use. But as the OP indicated this is a street queen, then the SOA is may not be the way to go, and a 4" spring under lift with minimal fender clearance might suit it just fine. Can always add an inch longer shackle if needed, just don't go overboard on long shackles.
     
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  8. Dec 19, 2020
    olcj

    olcj A Work in Progress

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    If you look at my avatar, that was my last Jeep, SOA with 35s. I ended up selling it before it got finished and have regretted it ever since, at least until now. I don't think that one would've been very suitable for street use though...
     
  9. Dec 21, 2020
    Michael Crabtree

    Michael Crabtree Member

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    My previous M38A1 had 33s, which I think looked great, but I thought were a little oversized for the running gear it had under it at the time. My current M38A1 has 31s, which I actually like better.
     
  10. Dec 21, 2020
    olcj

    olcj A Work in Progress

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    Both of those look great! I went with the 33s, picked them up Saturday. Now just need the weather to cooperate so I can see what they look like on the Jeep!
     
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  11. Dec 21, 2020
    Lost

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    oh man I havent seen procomp xterrains in years
     
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  12. Dec 22, 2020
    RATTYFLATTY

    RATTYFLATTY I think you need a little more throttle

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    I'm a little late to the party but I agree 35's are to big without rear fender trimming. The front isn't as noticeable but they will rub all over also. As you can see here 33's are at the limit of fitting in the rear. The rears do rub the top, inner and front a little but my bumpstops are still just the stock ones.

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  13. Dec 22, 2020
    Norcal69

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    That thing needs a few Sierra Nevada scars on it...... :whistle:
     
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  14. Dec 22, 2020
    RATTYFLATTY

    RATTYFLATTY I think you need a little more throttle

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    I would like to try some of that stuff some day. I mean I will someday.(y)
     
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  15. Dec 24, 2020
    officer_friendly

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    I agree with what everyone else has said with 33x10.5’s being a very practical choice. I run 35x12.50’s and it took a lot of modifications to get everything to work right. I think the proportions of the 33’s are more aesthetically appealing too.

     
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  16. Jan 1, 2021
    olcj

    olcj A Work in Progress

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    So I went with 33s and I'm very happy with my choice. New rims and tires really transformed her. Just need a little more lift. 3538F10B-8084-4105-A68E-61029B01A7B6.jpeg C9FF01B1-79BE-4710-9D16-16175BF5F4EB.jpeg
     
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  17. Jan 1, 2021
    Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

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    How ya gonna handle getting the front end open?
     
  18. Jan 1, 2021
    olcj

    olcj A Work in Progress

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    Plan on cutting out the grill area on the front end, it is just a flat piece and PO was trying to set it up to tilt forward. Don't like the way it looks with a flat front end and that piece is weak, found a fiberglass grille shell and will mount the hood and fenders to stock hood hinges so I can tilt it back.
     
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  19. Jan 1, 2021
    ITLKSEZ

    ITLKSEZ Hope for the best, prepare for the worst

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    The bottom fender lip is always an issue with hitting the tire. Make sure you have a plan before you commit.
     
  20. Jan 1, 2021
    olcj

    olcj A Work in Progress

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    Good to know, thanks for the heads-up!
     
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