For those interested, I have a 3.5" SL and 1" BL. In addition to converting to a 4-slot grill, I also dovetailed the rear ~10". I'm running 37x12.50s on 17x9" wheels with custom 3.5" BS and 1.25" wheel spacers. No rubbing whatsoever on the street. We'll see how they stuff when flexed. The axles, radius arms and wheelbase are still stock! I probably could've fit 40s if I had 1-tons and CAGE arms for clearance (I'm afraid of a poorly executed 3- or 4-link conversion).
I ran her up and down I-95 at slightly over 60 mph without issue (except for the cold temperatures). No real noticable loss in power (351W/NP435/4.11s). FWIW, my previous tires were 35s, which actually measured 33.
Beefing up my frame/steering box and upgrading to hydro-assist will probably be my next upgrade. Until then, I'll run her how she sits and hope for the best.
I ran her up and down I-95 at slightly over 60 mph without issue (except for the cold temperatures). No real noticable loss in power (351W/NP435/4.11s). FWIW, my previous tires were 35s, which actually measured 33.
Beefing up my frame/steering box and upgrading to hydro-assist will probably be my next upgrade. Until then, I'll run her how she sits and hope for the best.
Failure is not an option!