How To Choose Tires For Your Jeep Wrangler! - 33' vs 35' vs 37' Tires

Are you considering changing the tire size on your Wrangler? In this video, Ryan will walk you through everything you need to know when choosing a larger sized tire, the pros and cons, and three tires which we highly recommend.

To start things off, we will show you three Wranglers with three sizes of tires: 33-inch, 35-inch, and 37-inch. With differences in tire size come pros and cons which you will need to consider before making your purchase. After talking you through a few comparisons, we will then show you the differences in how these tires perform on and off-road! You'll see how the tire sizes perform differently and learn what tire size might be best for you and your rig!

If you're diggin' the tires and want to learn more, check them out here:

0:00 - Intro
1:42 - Stock Tires
3:01 - 33" Tires
4:03 - 35" Tires
5:17 - 37" Tires
6:08 - Road Test
8:31 - Trail Test
11:06 - Outro

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[chezwickcheese]

33s strike a good balance without messing with gearing especially if you use your jeep for everyday use

[JohnMcClain-pt]

I just swapped from 32 inch street tires to 33 inch off road tires, very little difference in noise, better ride quality, and substantially better handling off road. Definitely enjoy the look and will probably lift it soon, just a bit. Thanks for an informative video.

[nathanrockafellow]

Great video! I run 285/70R17 (33") MTRs on my 2 door jk rubicon with 4.10 gearing. It's the perfect combo for me. I invested in skids and diff covers. Yes, I drag a bit, but can wheel all day with the big boys and then drive the highway for miles and miles without issue.

[TheSeji]

I run 33's on my YJ and never a problem, either clearing obstacles or mechanically. Good choice.

[davidmorales]

just as I was about to get 35" tires I found this video. And yes, 33" is more reasonable. thanks!

[deanlongthon]

Just for the record. I have a 2012 4door jk.4.5 in lift with 37 x 13.50 x 17. 240.000miles. 200k of which have had the kit and tires. To be honest unless you have something to compare it to, you might not notice anything. My gears are 3 something . Been off road in Colorado and Moab and such. Not trying to break anything. Held up pretty good. Ball joints went at 180k. Don't let people talk you out of going big. If it makes you happy go for it. It was worth it . Lots of fun.

[christopherlloyd]

The first Jeep that went over the log had the cut tree limb pointed directly up, the second Jeep had the log with the tree limb placed in a different orientation. Obviously this made no difference in the comparison as the 37" tall tire will provide more clearance but having the log oriented exactly the same would be a better apples to apples comparison.

Otherwise, very informative in explaining the difference in tire size vs suspension lift.

[missykoch]

My 37 Nitto Trail Grapplers just arrived yesterday! After watching this, I can't wait to get them mounted/balanced and installed on my JKU with 3.5" lift this week!!!

[johnpooler]

I've got an '02 TJ (not a JK), but I run 35" Mickey Thompson Baja MTZ (LT315/70R17) tires with a 5-1/2" Rubicon Express long arm lift. With 4.88 gearing, I am pleased with the on-road as well as off-road performance.

[georgemitchell]

One of the most informative videos on YouTube for new Jeepers! Thanks

[LoganLovell]

I look at modified Jeeps so frequently that 35s have started to look stock to me lol

[rajnel]

Great Job. Very informative and now I am convinced I need 40's. : )

[mosprimeff]

Awesome video and very informative. I am a brand new Jeep owner and doing research on what is the best fit for my Jeep regarding tires. You helped out a lot with your video. Thank you.

[COBHC]

I'm perfectly happy with my 33's on 17x9's 🤷‍♂️. Perfect daily setup imo.

[trumote]

I have a 2018 JL rubicon unl. with 33s and 4.10 gearing. Next will be a compressor, then a 3.5" terrraflex lift and 35's.

[davidmahoney]

You just talked me into going with 33's

[davidboling]

This is the best information on tires/wheels etc. It gives the measurement in both difference standards and also shows what they look like size by size. I haven't seen good comparisons before. For some reasons tire size is just confusing to me and this cleared up a lot. I plan on looking at more of their videos.

[everettdurst]

Increased risk of rolling, both on road and off road is a big consideration for me when choosing a lift and tire size. The taller you are, the quicker you flip. I liked the video. I'm running the minimum lift to get the minimum effective tire (for me, I felt 33" was the best balance). I'd love to be able to run a bigger tire, but I like to go fast and slide. There's no free lunch.

[tomedgar]

No one ever talks about the effect larger tires have on stopping distances. I felt a huge difference just going up to 33's

[fishgutz]

Had a 2010 JKU Rubicon. 2.5" lift, Poison Spyder flares all around. Minor pinch weld trim. And PCS Brawler rails.
Regeared to 5.13. Ran 37x12 YRXUS MT on 17' alloy.
Handled Uwharrie very well. But I didn't do the most extreme stuff.
This set up also handles the highway very well and the narrow city streets of Boston when I had to go up for a funeral.
The River Raider Off Road engine to gas tank skud plate added protection and improved highway aerodynamics. Got the same MPG as stock.