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Stock rim question

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by grannyscj, Jan 18, 2006.

  1. Jan 18, 2006
    grannyscj

    grannyscj Headed to the Yukon

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    This is actually a two parter. First, I'm planning to add a 2.5" suspension lift and mounting 33x12.50s. Can I use the stock rims? Second, I gave my dad a shopping list of parts for the front disc swap and will be doing that as well. Will the stock rims fit with discs? with spacers? Well maybe a two and a half parter.:v6:
     
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  2. Jan 18, 2006
    Kodiak12060

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    The stock rims are 5"wide, those 33's are too wide, and don't fit the 11" drum brake conversion unless you trim the backs like I did.
     
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  3. Jan 18, 2006
    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    Even the 8" K-H wheels of that period won't work with discs.
    Look for some later CJ wheels (72-up) or get some of the current steel "wagon-wheel" types. I know Quadratec has some Cragars in white or black for under $35 each...
     
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    speedbuggy

    speedbuggy Looking for a Jeep now

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    15x8 wagon wheels will work well. You could go to 15x10. I bought mine at a local tire shop new for $36/pc.
     
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  5. Jan 19, 2006
    grannyscj

    grannyscj Headed to the Yukon

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    Hey thanks guys. I had a feeling they wouldn't work. I saw the Cragers and figured that's what I would do if they didn't.:v6:
     
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