When I heard we were putting some real meats on the Jeep I was pleased. Figured anything would be a huge improvement over the donuts that come from the factory, at least in terms of looks.
Turns out, the new tires make it drive better too. It feels more controlled over bumps and it's far less jumpy on the highway. The noise is pretty minimal for mud tires, too, far quieter than the original Mud-Terrains I had on my F-250 a decade ago. I don't even mind the "taller" gearing as the new V6 still pulls just fine.
I don't think there's any doubt that they look better too. In fact, if it were my Jeep I might even go without a lift, at least until I could get a feel for it in the backcountry. I'm guessing it would be just fine in anything but the most extreme circumstances.
Ed Hellwig, Editor, Inside Line
haub says:
06:08 PM, 01/17/12
Everytime I see the Wrangler's new wheels I cannot help but think: Countach... Lamborghini Countach.
miamifan1 says:
07:09 PM, 01/17/12
@haub:
good call.
texases says:
07:23 PM, 01/17/12
I'd skip the lift too - bet 99% of the time it'd be better without it.
duck87 says:
08:39 AM, 01/18/12
They do look pretty badass
dldave says:
09:36 AM, 01/18/12
I'd love to get a Wrangler and if I did, I'd get those wheels for it. Not sure about the tires though as it's primary use would be on the pavement. I suppose that's why I will keep my car.
billt9 says:
03:14 PM, 01/18/12
best wheel and tire ever.