Tactical Bacon Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 So, I found out the other day that when that car hit my Jeep, it pushed the driver side spring pack over far enough to damage the inner lip of that rear wheel and ruin it entirely. So, I'm looking for new tires right now because I dislike the donut and want the tires to match. So, here's my questions: There is a set of Eccos (I believe that's the right name) from a 2003 Jeep Wrangler wrapped in some 31x10.5sx15. Based on my research, I'm fairly certain they won't fit as I'm currently stock height but I was wondering if there was a way I could use them (like taking off the flares (no flare laws in TN)) because the gentleman only wants $400 for all 5 wheels and tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 31s on factory jeep rims can fit a 4x4 MJ with minimal contact on the control arms. :thumbsup: they should clear the fenders entirely (it is a tight fit though). WJ lower control arms have a bend in them and will clear the tires. or you can adjust the steering stops. or you can simply not crank the tires over quite as far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tactical Bacon Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 I was under the impression that the Eccos had backspacing of 3.5". But this is why I ask, to make sure. The wheels that were on the MJ when I bought it are apparently off of a WJ. And I don't do much crazy driving in the Comanche haha. I priced some WJ control arms but $75 each at work is painful ahahaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 news to me :dunno: but yes, 3.5" would cause issues in the fenders. a 3" lift is usually called for in that instance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I do believe WJs have a 5-on-5" bolt pattern (your MJ is 5 on 4.5"). used WJ arms are fine to use. try car-part.com for junkyard searching :thumbsup: I paid $30 for my pair. but they aren't all that necessary if the rims do in fact have 3.5" backspacing. that takes the tires away from the arms and puts them into the fenders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tactical Bacon Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 Well, I am a tard, apparently. A complete and total one. A quick google search yielded the info that, not only do the Eccos have a 5.5" backspacing, I was actually looking at a set of Canyons which are 15x8" wheels with a 5.5" backspace and +25mm offset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 15x8 canyons would help pull the tires away from the control arms a tiny bit. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tactical Bacon Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 And yes, I meant ZJ, not WJ haha. I'm still working on learning my Jeep chassis codes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tactical Bacon Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 http://jacksontn.craigslist.org/pts/4131842266.html Link if anyone wants to look at them, though I'm thinking I'm going to get them from the guy tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjrev10 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 That's a great deal for a set of Canyons. These are Eccos.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tactical Bacon Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 And I shouldn't have any problems with these except for some rubbing on sharp turns, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tactical Bacon Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 Well, pulled the trigger, got the wheels, probably going to try them on when I get home then take pictures tomorrow once it's light out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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