Jeep Cherokee Tire Upgrade - Project XJ Overland Ep. 6
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7 жыл бұрынIn this video we install our new Cooper Discover STT Pro tires on our project 1999 Jeep Cherokee XJ Overland. We went with a 32x11.5x15 and could not be happier with the aggressive look. Check out the video for why we decided on a 32" tires.
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@escape4wd 7 жыл бұрын
When it came down to money, I got to the point a long time ago where I would just tell myself "It ain't about the money, its just about enjoying my rig with friends/family". Got a lot easier after that. lol
@brirhochistone 7 жыл бұрын
I think your channel is one of the best on youtube for Jeep builds and info. It's really informative, well edited and entertaining. I know you are recently retired from the military but would like to know more about your military career. Branch, years, position, deployments, etc. I'm located in WNY but would love to make it out to SD to wheel with your club sometime! Thanks
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Wow, a great complement, thank you so much!
@NoelHz28 7 жыл бұрын
Cannot wait to see the end result of Project XJ Overland! Keep up the good work!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
We've still got a long ways to go... but bit by bit we'll get there. Thanks!
@cdsteele3 7 жыл бұрын
Just bought my 17 year old a 99 XJ, exactly like your Overland Project...for $2500! (He loves my JKU so it was an easy purchase) It's in the same shape as yours and it is totally stock too. Same steering shake at 55mph. Balanced the tires and ordering the sway bar bushings as we speak to get started on chasing the wobble down. Overland Project is a great series and we are actually following your progress quite closely. Keep it up!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
That's so awesome to hear you and your son are doing the same thing! It has really been a great bonding time with my boys and I. Best of luck on your build!
@Elskrat88 6 жыл бұрын
Chris Steele you should look in to getting a new steering shaft it works better for lifts and bigger than normal tires
@jasonharper3334 5 жыл бұрын
Just bought my 15 yo son a 96 - family friend has owned for 16 years and it is clean as can be - already has a 2 inch lift and solid wheels and tires - not much work to do on it yet - but will be adding lights, roof rack and maybe a front bumper - looks great in the driveway by my JKU - love the videos and cool ideas
@spreaddeezhazelnutz7511 7 жыл бұрын
It looks so good!!! I love how this project is going
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@RubiconUnlimited 7 жыл бұрын
thanks for the info on why you chose these tires. good thing for everyone to keep in mind when making this decision. P.S they look awesome!
@jeffr4160 7 жыл бұрын
Perfect Tire size. Looks sick. That is going to be a amazing ride when your done.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It really transformed the look for sure!
@slowpokewrangler8752 7 жыл бұрын
Perfect Brad, tires aren't too big, lift isn't too high, wheels aren't too shinny , lol. boys where right on that. Again, perfect!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
I'm loving the look and the boys couldn't be happier!
@diegososa6116 2 жыл бұрын
I’m soon to get a second vehicle and seeing how you built this XJ makes me want to get one soooo bad; does not looks too extra, does not looks stock looks just quite perfect with that lift/tires set up. Amazing build so far!
@QLTEQ 6 жыл бұрын
10k subscribers congrats now you're at 40k+. I love this series reminds me of working with my dad
@Slaters_RC 7 жыл бұрын
Jeeps looking awesome
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Have to agree! Can't wait to get her on the trail!
@lelandeggleston1041 7 жыл бұрын
Perfect stance for an overlander.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Have to agree, thanks!
@RockyXTV 7 жыл бұрын
Looks great! Awesome that Cooper sent you the tires!!!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@xXBocephusXx 7 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Very similar setup to what I'm shooting for with my '96 XJ. Thanks for the videos.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome man, good luck on your build!
@azrwilkinson 7 жыл бұрын
Looks fantastic! I love that you are building a mild one good streetability and easier on the drive train. It is good for the average wheeler. Thanks again for great videos.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the question!
@rrad3926 7 жыл бұрын
That XJ is coming along nicely and looks great!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
She's getting there. Thanks!
@TheBalladOfSgtPepper 6 жыл бұрын
Great video, brother! Thanks so much. Very informative and helpful. I own a Glacier Blue '98 XJ (stock) just like yours and this was immensely helpful to visualize what mine will ROUGHLY look like with a 3" lift on '31s. I also was stoked to see your trim and bumper corners painted black since I was thinking about doing that on mine and was curious of how it'd come out. Keep on Jeepin'!!
@TheBalladOfSgtPepper 6 жыл бұрын
Additionally, if you happen to see this, did you Plasti-Dip your trim or paint it? Regards,
@phinmac 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting out great Jeep content. Hope your channel keeps growing!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, really appreciate the support!
@LeftyRC 7 жыл бұрын
Looks amazing
@Ahmad-tr8zr 5 жыл бұрын
Hello From Lebanon. Your channel is one of the best channels on KZfaq. So informative
@lobo176 7 жыл бұрын
Love all of your videos, thanks for all you do and appreciate the effort you put into all of your vids👍
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, really appreciate it!
@jakeadkins4490 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome build. Its very interesting to watch everything you and your boys do to it. Looking forward to the rest of it. What backspacing are those new wheels?
@bradleysargent9803 7 жыл бұрын
Looks great! I just bought my first pair of Coopers for my Tundra. Like them a lot. I had and 86 XJ a long time ago. Loved it. I may have the bug to build one for me!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
I'll be they make your Tundra look like a beast!
@snovak2233 7 жыл бұрын
32's are perfect 👌 looks great!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@brirhochistone 7 жыл бұрын
So I thought I had watched all your videos but now am currently watching your retirement video which is going to answer most of the questions that I just asked... Thanks for your service.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@supercharged00gtp 7 жыл бұрын
Looks great, I'd leave the paint job alone too.
@TheBackyardPioneer 7 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome! I hope my build turns out half as nice!
@nataliamiliano150 2 жыл бұрын
Soundtrack fits perfectly 🥰
@gabbyvillocillo8117 6 жыл бұрын
Dude, even though those are 32's, they look like 37's on the Jeep. Great work
@TrailRecon 6 жыл бұрын
We love the stance. Thank you!
@michael7352 7 жыл бұрын
that looks so awesome. I am a new subscriber .I just started watching at the start of the build can't wait to see it when it's done
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the channel and thanks!
@tonysurface1 7 жыл бұрын
That looks great!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@markc6207 6 жыл бұрын
Cool lookin Xj bro!
@TrailRecon 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@greenmachineoff-road4206 7 жыл бұрын
I have the same tires except they're 265/70/17, basically the same size except yours are a bit wider. I can't believe you don't have a million subs, your production quality is great
@MaCherieMcAli 5 жыл бұрын
It does look Awesome
@BillSprague 3 жыл бұрын
I’m totally with you on keeping close to stock and doing moderate modifications. I’m considering a 3” lift and even smaller tires, because I’d like to be able to tow a 16’ Airstream with it and huge rubber isn’t a good idea. Don’t flame me, I’ve towed a 24’ Terry with my ‘96 and understand the issues.
@state48overland 7 жыл бұрын
I think your channel has 50k subscriber possibility before the year end. Best of luck. I have run the STT Pros for exactly one year now. You may already know from your JK but I find myself rotating them at 3k instead of 5k miles
@conservativetexan2289 7 жыл бұрын
clean looking xj. i got me a 1998 xj one owner with 130k bone stock. it was practically given to me 1000 bucks. drove 5 hrs to pick it up 5 hrs home . no issues. ive owned it for close to 2 yrs now with 146k miles now. thinking about selling it to get me a wrangler jk now.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you got an awesome deal.. worth driving 5 hours for. I say keep it and get a JK!
@usernameTheInnerTube 7 жыл бұрын
Wow! That looks great! Did you do some paint and body work also? Or did you just detail it out real good? I like it! ☺ Good job!
@EigerSummitOffroad Жыл бұрын
Really hope you decide to do another XJ build sometime in the future. As popular as they are now it would surely be a hit with the crazy amount of people building them nowadays.
@hinglemccringleberry8805 7 жыл бұрын
what are the wheels? They look like they are 5 x 4.5 bolt pattern but I was wondering the width and backspacing? I'm looking to get new wheels for my rig and wanted to know the exact specifications.
@alexmagers6595 2 жыл бұрын
I have this same question!
@JeepinNation 7 жыл бұрын
I'm looking for a XJ now to build. I can't wait to find one I'm comfortable buying. Jeeps looks great man.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Took me a while to find a good one.. their out there!
@JeepinNation 7 жыл бұрын
TrailRecon I had one almost the same color as the one y'all just built about 17 yrs ago. I put almost 300,000 miles on it before I got rid of it. Still haven't forgave myself for that one. It was still basically stock but I could still take it off road and it would get it done. They are beast for sure, hard to break that I6.
@DBNEBMUSICGROUP 5 жыл бұрын
awesome vids thank you
@Rob_P80 2 жыл бұрын
tires look great... now i'm thinking i should have went 32s on 4" instead of 31s on 3"... oh well maybe next year. Love your channel!
@kevinengland4675 7 жыл бұрын
great vid Brad :-) The set up looks perfect. can't see why you'd really need to go bigger at all :-)
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Agree, thank you!
@BKAGOSTO 7 жыл бұрын
Very nice choice off tires and size. You should name it project beast mode. 😉😉😉😉👍👍👍👍
@fabjonjon 5 жыл бұрын
I had this in white. Almost got another last year but was 2 wd. I plan on a lift and tires only just like my last one. I did a 2inch spacer lift and 31s
@misterrc51 7 жыл бұрын
Trail recon - 32 is fine for your 4 inch lift with 4.10 gear. I have Rubicon express 5.5 long arm kit with 33 and a lots of trimming, it still rubs when you flex it hard.
@TheBeardedJeeper 7 жыл бұрын
That thing looks awesome! And so awesome Cooper sent you the tires! For your 10,000 sub Q and A: what is your dream jeep?
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the question!
@gersonmendoza6629 7 жыл бұрын
Great looking XJ Brad!!! And to ur sons that helped out. What a great experience for them. I would like to see what phone mount you use on ur JK for the Q&A please Jeep on!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the question!
@RandomStuffGarage619 3 жыл бұрын
This is EXACTLY the sort of thing I want to build an xj to do. Just basic trails out in Anza borrego, big bear, etc.
@RandomStuffGarage619 3 жыл бұрын
One month later, got my XJ!
@davyleupz 7 жыл бұрын
Hey man I really enjoy your videos, keep up the good work. We met out at superstition at sanddam, I had a red XJ on 33s. Maybe we will wheel together someday.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Ya man, I remember for sure. I was paying close attention to your rig because I had just started the work on this XJ. Would be great to catch you on the trail again!
@adamswaz4878 7 жыл бұрын
same goals for my cherokee
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Excellent, it's been a fun build so far!
@seankind25 7 жыл бұрын
32" fits the wheel well perfectly
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Agree, thanks!
@gbrac171 7 жыл бұрын
bleepin jeep did a install on a higher capacity gas tank for his zombie xj, you thinking about putting one in you rig?
@PixelKnightLofi0 3 жыл бұрын
10k subs 3 years ago, wow. Look at you now 🙂
@OSTDRobot 7 жыл бұрын
Great video Brad! I love the way that jeeps turning out! Keep it coming! My question is even though it's an overland, are you thinking about any under armour?
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the questions!
@Joe-eh8qm 4 жыл бұрын
So rad! Any issues with rubbing? Thinking of putting the same tires on a 3.5in lift.
@calid5933 7 жыл бұрын
The XJ is looking great! As I'm building mine up for Moab this June I wanted to ask your opinions on cooling system upgrades or if they are necessary. I have read quite a bit about XJ's having trouble staying cool at low speeds. Any thoughts?
@majortom2062 7 жыл бұрын
I got a 95 Jeep YJ sahara 6cyl 4.0L output. Its my daily and i love it but i also want to hit some trails every now and then and like your motive as well long distant . Its pretty much stock except the body lift and tom woods drive shaft . What do you recommend i should add to it to increase its performance/durability
@montanawild7558 7 жыл бұрын
I live in the Rocky Mountain of NW Montana. Do you guys have any place half way close where you can test out the jeep up in the mountains in snow? It's a whole different animal and it would be fun to see how your project does.
@AW-xv7dq 7 жыл бұрын
once people figure it out... your channel is gonna blow up
@joluma09 7 жыл бұрын
The jeep looks amazing!. any engine mods in the future? if so, what are they?.
@justinwatkins7015 4 жыл бұрын
I am currently building a 99 XJ with 3.5 RE lift and bilstein shocks, do the 32 11.50s rub much? Did you have to add bump stops?
@franciscovasquez4555 7 жыл бұрын
Great work on the jeep but are you keeping the mods on the engine and drive train moderate on the build ?
@cpopuddlepirate6412 7 жыл бұрын
Have you had any drive line vibration or does the lowered transfer case work well enough to prevent vibration?
@charleslangwasser8741 7 жыл бұрын
love the channel watch all the videos particularly love the xj because that was the first jeep I ever owned and I wish I never would have sold it. that being said I love my TJ now. anyway also love the rig walk around videos hope to see a TJ walk around soon. my question is this. really like the trail recon shirts where and how can I get one?
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Have had a few request for a TJ... working on it. You can pick up a shirt here: www.trailrecon.net/shop.html. Thank you!!!
@miatarf4676 7 жыл бұрын
she's coming along pretty dam good and loving it.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@victorramirez3275 7 жыл бұрын
perfect lift and tires i have question i have a 93 jeep grand cherokee zj with the inline 6 with 32s tires i want to regeared what size of gears you recommend me
@robertashbrook3157 4 жыл бұрын
Do you have frame stiffeners or do you think you need them for what you're going to use the Jeep for?
@berriosal 7 жыл бұрын
Hi Brad, IMHO the XJ looks great as it is already. Lift and Tires/size were a great choice. Looking forward to see it on the trail soon. As for the Q&A, which shop/s do you take your Jeeps for jobs you can't or don't have the expertise? I'm looking to do sleeves and gussets on my JK don't know where to take it and/or what's a reasonable price for that kind of job. Last question, which software you use for editing videos? See you out on the trails!
@Vermonster551 6 жыл бұрын
Do they rub with the stock fenders? I am currently building a stock XJ I found (58k original miles and 5spd)
@jeepXstreme 7 жыл бұрын
Looks great, i like the tires and want a 32 size myself. im using a 8 inch rim with 4" backspacing and was wanting a 10.50 tire width tho. what gear ratio do u have stock and what do you think u will go with?? curious. Thanks , and i commend ya on nice vids!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Great question! Thanks!
@ManMak6 5 жыл бұрын
How high is the lift? What are the stats on the wheels? Diameter? Off-set? Width? Thanks!
@johnjoenks8114 Жыл бұрын
Was wondering i know this is an older build but would you remember the final numbers for lift particularly at the center my wife wonts hers lifted but has trouble getting into my TJ with 4 inch and 33s was thinking of a 4 and 32s for her xj but it might still be a bit tall when I see this one thanks
@andrezhernandez5501 6 жыл бұрын
On the 1st link for the cooper tires when you ordered them did they come with rims?
@bretthaacke7320 6 жыл бұрын
I am hoping to ask you a question. I know you have a lot of experience with tires on the XJs. I'm considering a 31 on a 3 inch lift. I don't want to loose drivability. Do you have any experience or advice on how stock gearing would handle 31s? Any advice would be awesome. Love the channel.
@007diego2 Жыл бұрын
Great looking tire. And I agree with you why go big if you don’t need it? You’re only hurting your gas mileage. In fact I would’ve went a little bit lower. I would’ve went with 31’s My jeep runs that and I am super happy with it. Never got stuck and I’ve been everywhere.
@LuisLopez-pg2oo 3 жыл бұрын
Good job where i can order a front bomper like yours? Thanks
@jackknutel1083 7 жыл бұрын
can you recommend some places you could go with a stock jeep (2016 jku) and have fun? thank you in advance if you get to this one!
@RICKY760 7 жыл бұрын
Great progress so far. What tent setup are you thinking about? Rooftop CVT?
@AW-xv7dq 7 жыл бұрын
Chevy Colorado 760 heard of some condensation related issues with cvt and the support after was lacking. I'm leaning towards Smittybilt. Price is right and the stargazing panel I think they call it is cool without having to pay extra for it
@theweknd6946 Жыл бұрын
Hows the articulation? Is it rubbing? Is 32s ok without trimming the fenders?
@pslmaverick 7 жыл бұрын
Jeep looks great!! what was your rating in the Navy? what kind of ships were you on?
@RDCards 7 жыл бұрын
wow very nice
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@hovgh1347 2 жыл бұрын
hi ..great video, have a question. I have a stock 2000 xj ,, thinking of lifting it but not too much ..perhaps2" what size tire can I use 30x9.5x15 ?
@chrispascoewhite Жыл бұрын
Hi, great info!!, and a real good easy format to follow!! I have a 2.5 td in Devon, England I’ve just done the manual fuel pump conversion my next wish is to give it a wider stance so do I A, 3”lift and 31” tyres? And how wide should the new wheels be and what offset?? B keep it stock but fit wheel spacers and as big a tyre that will fit without trimming?? It’s a minefield!!!! Any advice would be very welcome, great channel by the way!!
@Valgrind850 7 жыл бұрын
I know its not serious offroader but have you thought about a aftermarket front bumper? it would look super badass with the lift and the tires, also what about some rock sliders?
@freddy2669 7 жыл бұрын
Would stock differentials handle 285/75 r16? Im thinking about getting some BFG All‑Terrain T/A KO2
@martinromans2074 7 жыл бұрын
!5x7 or 15x8 rims ? Thanks
@cre8vedesign 4 жыл бұрын
new to offroading here. I have a wj 98. what is the biggest lift and biggest tire I can go with for overlanding without changing other stuff like gearing and mods?
@Ompa235 7 жыл бұрын
Great video and congrats on 10k! My favorite youtuber. Quick question regarding my own rig. I drive a 2 door jk with 1inch spacers and 33s. I have plenty of clearance for the trails I run right now but I wanna get bigger. Next month I'll have enough for the lift kit I want 3.5" Rubicon Express Sport kit. My question is, should I spend that money on the lift or use it to get an sPod and a couple other accessories? I don't plan on moving up from 33s" for a while just stumped on which I should put more priority on. Thanks.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks and thanks for the question!
@elguy20 7 жыл бұрын
Where did you learn to do the lifts on the jeep??
@lurkskywalker1944 7 жыл бұрын
Did you post a link for the bushings or bushing kit you used in part 1 of project xj? I need new bushings and the ones you got were right in my price range. Thank you! Awesome channel
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Sorry bud, just picked them up at AutoZone, so don't have a link. Thanks!
@kevinwooten2309 5 жыл бұрын
I have 93 jeep cherokee just put a 3inch lift on it.will 31x15x10 R15 fit without having to cut anything
@coupesix 5 жыл бұрын
Brad big fan of your channel and a subscriber....what offset and is your rim 15x8? Thanks for your time
@julianhaylock9843 4 жыл бұрын
What gears are you running in the axles? How do you like it?
@horaciobaez7155 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 1995 cherokee. What is in your opinion the best transfer case for this 4x4.
@chinotaker1043 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 3” lift in a 97 jeep Cherokee xj do you think Its fit in a original bumpers and fender
@JanisCelmins Жыл бұрын
great video! what inch lift do you have?
@tommelton5033 4 жыл бұрын
I got my wife a grand 8. It is going to be a daily driver. I would like to know what is the biggest tire you would use? I want them to be an all terrain as it will be on the road more than off...
@jad6126 7 жыл бұрын
32s are a great choice. They will take you a lot of places. Now for the re-gear... 4.10 or 4.56 ?? That one is going to be tough, but because you are building an overlander, i vote 4.10.
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