Choosing Between 35s and 37s: Which Tire Size is Right for You?

[TRDLEGACY]

When upgrading your rig, one of the biggest decisions is tire size. 35” and 37” tires are two of the most popular choices – but they each have their own strengths. Here’s a quick breakdown to help you choose the right one:

35” Tires Advantages:

• Less stress on drivetrain, suspension, and steering components
• Better fuel economy compared to 37s
• Easier to regear (or sometimes even optional)
• Great off-road capability without needing major vehicle mods
• Cheaper cost (both tire price and long-term wear)

When 35s make sense:
If you daily drive your vehicle, want great trail performance without sacrificing reliability, and don’t want to heavily modify axles, steering, or brakes – 35s are the sweet spot.

37” Tires Advantages:

• Increased ground clearance for more aggressive trails
• Larger footprint = better traction in sand, rocks, and mud
• Look way more aggressive (if that matters to you!)
• Higher breakover angles for technical off-roading

When 37s make sense:
If your rig is heavily modified (gearing, axles, suspension upgrades) and you’re serious about hardcore wheeling — 37s give you a real advantage. But expect more strain, more maintenance, and a slight hit to MPG.

Quick Tip:
If you plan to jump to 37s, don’t forget about supporting mods: re-gearing, reinforced axles, upgraded brakes, steering stabilizers, and body clearance mods are often needed.

Final Thought:
There’s no wrong answer — it all depends on your driving style, budget, and goals for the build.

• 35s = Reliable all-rounder
• 37s = Built for serious off-road warriors

Which one are you running or planning to run?

 

[TRD JON]

I ran both and I loved the look of the 37s. But its 35s for me.

 

[TRDLEGACY]

I’m debating if I make the jump to 37’s for the looks but scared i’ll rub when I go into my local Starbucks’ drive thru