Will a 37" KO2 fit in the OEM spare tire location?

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Do you think that this is enough space to keep the heat from melting the tire?

I am wondering if a 37” KM3 will have the same clearance.

There's about 0.5" of space between the tire and the two exhaust heat shields, and about 1.25" of space between the tire and the differential cover. I think this is enough space.
 

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There's about 0.5" of space between the tire and the two exhaust heat shields, and about 1.25" of space between the tire and the differential cover. I think this is enough space.
I guess I can always create more space by airing down the tire.
 

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37x12.5x17 KO2 Eibach in front and stock rear


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Do you have any issues with rubbing when off roading? Did you have to trim?

I'm trying to decide between Geisers or Eibachs springs up front.

I’ve got Eibachs up front with stock rears as well. Looking for the same exact tires/size with 17” zero offset Methods. How has your experience been with this setup??
 

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I’ve been told that at worst the 37” KO2 will fit under the bed, deflated. Which means a need to have the ability to inflate would be needed.


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I can confirm that a 37” KM3 doesn’t fit—even deflated—with stock pipes. I’m considering changing exhaust to the Mountune MRX which says it allows a 37” to fit.
 

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I can confirm that a 37” KM3 doesn’t fit—even deflated—with stock pipes. I’m considering changing exhaust to the Mountune MRX which says it allows a 37” to fit.
Hmmmm, I have never heard of that exhaust. Interested now. Thanks


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the problem won't be with the exhaust. at full bump, the axle moves rearward a little bit. you'll end up with the differential cover contacting the spare tire mounted underneath, which will limit uptravel.

It will be worse if you run any aftermarket differential cover, as all of them are thicker than the factory cover.
 
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