Has anyone gone with 35x11.5 over the 35x12.50's?

[MSTI]

I have been doing some searching to see if there is a huge difference in looks and drive by going with the 11.50's. There is more trimming involved with the 12.50's. Performance wise, it seems the narrower would be recommended and it also looks like the 11.50's are a bit less expensive. Just wondering from others experience since I can't find much on the 11.50's.

 

[MSTI]

For those interested, this was a very informative video.

 

[CCPLuvr]

I used 35x11.5

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[Dirty looks]

I have been doing some searching to see if there is a huge difference in looks and drive by going with the 11.50's. There is more trimming involved with the 12.50's. Performance wise, it seems the narrower would be recommended and it also looks like the 11.50's are a bit less expensive. Just wondering from others experience since I can't find much on the 11.50's.

I think 11.5 is a far better choice.

 

[SavageDad]

I haven't but that's what I'm debating for next spring, I've been seeing a lot of reviews and breakdowns explaining that skinny tires are actually better suited for the rough stuff vs wide tires.

 

[olyelr]

I haven't but that's what I'm debating for next spring, I've been seeing a lot of reviews and breakdowns explaining that skinny tires are actually better suited for the rough stuff vs wide tires.

I watched this a while ago and thought it was quite informative…

 

[ProfeZZor X]

Depending on your brake setup, preference, and performance - the wider the tire, the greater your stopping power and cornering will be. Although a 11.5 and 12.5 isn't much of a difference, it will vary depending on the tire brand and true measurement. I don't have a conventional wheel setup like most Yukon's, but my 14.50's are outstanding in the rain and with stopping. It's not everyone's cup of tea, but I love the performance, braking, and the low "hum" of the tires on the pavement.

 

[MSTI]

Depending on your brake setup, preference, and performance - the wider the tire, the greater your stopping power and cornering will be. Although a 11.5 and 12.5 isn't much of a difference, it will vary depending on the tire brand and true measurement. I don't have a conventional wheel setup like most Yukon's, but my 14.50's are outstanding in the rain and with stopping. It's not everyone's cup of tea, but I love the performance, braking, and the low "hum" of the tires on the pavement.

I am trying to avoid all of the extra trimming by going with an 11.5. I know you have done a lot to get those 14.5's in

 

[ProfeZZor X]

I am trying to avoid all of the extra trimming by going with an 11.5. I know you have done a lot to get those 14.5's in

I don't have a full turning radius but it's enough degrees that I don't have to make it a 3, 4, 5, or 6 point turn. Truth be told, the trimming wasn't all that bad. My initial trim was done by the shop that installed my first set of mud tires. With the 14.50's I used metal shears and files to get the right look and clearance I needed. It looks super clean without jagged edges, but it's hard to tack down the fender liner in the rear of the wheel well.

 

[pistolpetem9]

I went with a 35x11.50 and it fits without spacers. I went with 11.50 due to the specific tire I wanted having such aggressive lugs, I was afraid that would cause problems hitting the control arm. I did remove the L shaped bracket and cut some of the plastic around the corner of the wheel well where the mudflap would be. As of right now I have no lift/level but plan to level it in the near future.

 

[CCPLuvr]

What's the actual measurements on that tire? My 35 x 11.5 is 34.5" in diameter, it's a Falken Wildpeak AT4W.

 

[pistolpetem9]

What's the actual measurements on that tire? My 35 x 11.5 is 34.5" in diameter, it's a Falken Wildpeak AT4W.

34.8

 

[CCPLuvr]

Thank you.

 

[Tazman10]

We did 35/12.50R20 Toyo Open country AT (stock wheels) and the rough Country 2.5-inch lift for air suspension. Took a little customer work to get it perfect on the clearance but it rides and drives really nice. The only thing I did that some may not want is the E rates tire for side wall stiffness. It does ride just a little rougher.