A Humboldt-Cherokee Blog.

[XJLI]

Your answer is targeted at shallow semi-plowed snow and ice... I believe he is looking at an off road deep snow option that is more self cleaning. The tires you recommend would clog in a heartbeat, their only advantage is siping, which is helpful for ON-ROAD ice and rain. Also, since he also runs rocks these tires would be pretty much useless to him.

never had a problem in a foot of snow with my lowered subie with hakkas... rocks... different story.

 

[JOSEJALAPENO]

I would not run the Bighorns, if it was me I would run 33x12.50r15 KM2's!

I am very happy with my KM2's.

 

[REVROK]

never had a problem in a foot of snow with my lowered subie with hakkas... rocks... different story.

Honestly, I have done snow in the upper Midwest and Colorado and California snow REALLY IS different. I could not explain it to you, you would just have to experience it. Part of it is simply warmer temps large flakes and rapid accumulation as well as rapid melting, but it genuinely drives differently.

 

[rocknxj]

One of the main reasons I went with the 10.5" width was to address the total miles I planned to drive my XJ each day. At 70 miles a day, I wanted to eliminate some of the rolling resistance and added weight of the 12.50" tire. After a year of use, I don't think I lost any trail performance with my 33x10.50's and I have no rubbing issues to worry about. The KM2's perform well in all conditions and have the aggressive look I want when I wheel at the mall.

I cannot honestly comment on any mpg savings over the more narrow tire, but I suspect I save a nominal amount of fuel for each tank (every 3 days). I am satisfied with the 33x10.50's. Your opinion may vary.

 

[knucklehead 61]

33 x 12.5 goodyears ftw

 

[srmitchell]

The on road snow is not an issue. The problem is deep snow, and mud.

I talked to motion offroad today. The bighorn Im looking at weighs a mere 53 pounds, and they said that they LOVE the tire.

I think I realized that I cant run a stock offset wheel like an ecco, because I have the tie rod flip.

And I cant really afford to get new rims.

 

[srmitchell]

GAH. I rebuilt the front driveshaft, because it was running smooth without it. (2wd)

I put it back in, and its the same crap. It pulses after 60 mph.

I adjusted the caster/pinion angle as well, the pinion is straight inline with the driveshaft.

I think I should just leave it 2wd!

 

[Letterman]

Sounds like you might need to get a good tranny mount.

Some times the rubber on the inside goes bad, looks good from the outside but is almost toast on the inside. Get under your rig and shake your transfer case, see if it is really sloppy.

Jes always told me he likes the rubber ones on the XJ, I run a polly and I like it better then the stock rubber ones, and they last longer, but I am in the shorter TJ.

 

[srmitchell]

I can move the transfer case. Think that is part of it?

Today was the worst it has ever sounded. Crazy vibes, harsh ride, and I think the caster is off too.

 

[srmitchell]

I bought some new stuff.

-Tom Woods Custom Front shaft.
-Got my sway bar brackets welded up.
-Put a deposit down on something HUGE, and quite awesome.

 

[Letterman]

-Put a deposit down on something HUGE, and quite awesome.

HUGE?


Like a Life Size Darth Vader made of Legos?

Did you get a Tranny Mount?
Did you mount a Tranny?

 

[srmitchell]

Lol

 

[TheManch]

are you 4wd yet?


Mike

 

[srmitchell]

As of 30 minutes ago, yes. The front driveshaft doesn't vibe, but now the rear one is vibrating over 60 mph.

But Im good to go otherwise.

 

[TheManch]

Good for you man, im glad to hear its going better! I might head up to the titlow hill area tomorrow, i will give you a call/text in the morning.

When are you going to spill the beans on what you put a deposit down on?


Mike

 

[srmitchell]

Hmm. I might be down for a snow run. I'll tell you in person.

 

[connor0770]

Hmm. I might be down for a snow run. I'll tell you in person.

you should come down for the Snow Run!

 

[srmitchell]

I <3 Humboldt!

Went to the snow with Mike (the manch.) His geo did great, but both got stuck. I got stuck trying to pull his out.

 

[srmitchell]

I went and got the rear driveline balanced. It was way off. So now the rear one is fine, and I've got a new Tom woods up front.

It's still vibrating. 59+ it's a nice drone that shakes everything. This POS is taking all my money just for driveline crap.

 

[rocknxj]

Oh man, Sean. Great snow pics. Looks deep and cold, like my women.