Price the above items separately. Then decide.
If those are what you get for 4k, and you aren't going to change gears in the near future, all that listed looks like a bargain at 4k.
But you have to get 4 doors.

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This is the problem. Ford did it, I cannot believe Jeep did not.

 

What he said /\. I run 35s on my daily and it isn't horrible. Not ideal but I love it! The only thing I don't like about extreme recon package is the wheel flare extensions. They look like an "ah crap!" moment and tossed on there

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Thanks for the info. Yes I am planning to take those extended flare ext. off.

 

Welcome to the Forum! From Cave Creek AZ.

 

Thanks. Dallas Texas.

 

I am currently in the process of pricing outfitting my Rubicon with 35’s. The cost of wheels, tires, lift, and heavy duty hinge with spare tire relocation is going to run me about $7K. Don’t get me wrong, I know it can be done for less, but not to have it done the way I want it. And I’m not including a regear at this point which would add another thousand to the price tag.

The only way Jeep is able to sell this package for that price is the fact they are saving the installation cost associated with doing it aftermarket and they are substituting parts instead of paying for the stock parts and the upgraded parts.

In my opinion, if you like the wheel and tire combo they are offering with the package, it’s a good deal.

By the way, the stock tires on a Rubicon are 33’s.


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I paid $3200 just for wheels and 35" tires so I would say it's a good deal

 

Welcome to the forum.

The XR package gets you lower gearing; but it doesn't get you the Mopar 2-inch lift which, IMO, is a must-have with the longer springs, beefier Fox shocks and the longer control arms.

Everything else, the wheels and tires, you can easily get on your own.

I paid $2,000 for the Mopar lift, and $2,000 for wheels and tires which, combined, is the same price of the XR package..

So basically you have to choose between getting the lower gearing installed at the factory, or the Mopar lift installed by the dealer. Take your pick.

I wouldn't do both.

Good luck.

 

17-Inch x 8.0-Inch Beadlock-Capable Wheel
35-Inch Tire Suspension
4.56 Rear Axle RatioAnti-Lock
4-Wheel Disc Performance Brake
3rd Generation Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Front Axle
GVW Rating - 6,100 Pounds
LT315/70R17C 113/110S Tires
Hinge-Gate Reinforcement by Mopar®
Jack Spacer by Mopar®
Tire Relocation Kit by Mopar®

All these thing would easily cost double if you pieced mealed it. Well worth it.

Post Script: After market 35s and or 4:56s would severely test the the warranty parameters. As a factory option your totally covered.

 

The omission of the Mopar lift is a big deal, IMO.

The “35-inch tire suspension” is nothing more than the regular Rubicon suspension stretched out another 1.5 inches. It reuses Rubicon’s so-so red shocks, and adds the long bump stops from the EcoDiesel, which severely limit wheel travel. I honestly don’t get it.

You are better off buying a regular Rubicon and adding the Mopar lift: you will get longer springs, better shocks, more height, a smoother ride and greater articulation.

 

I know it doesnt make sense to use 35s on daily commute

Huh?

 

I paid more than $4k for just my wheels/tires. My regear was about $1600 so yes, its a pretty good bargain at $4k

 

thats actually a pretty cool package. I personally daily 37s on 4.88s kind of a dog wish I went to 5.13 but its great on the highway. if you're going to stay at 35s I personally would do it. saves you the headache from buying and installing all the parts. my only gripe is that tire size is not really a 35 if you ask me especially if its a BFG

 

If a guy pays $3,000+ for wheels and tires alone, he's not doing it right.

 

What wheels and tires are you buying that cost significantly less than that? Used doesn’t count and we’re talking about 5, not 4 on the ground and a tire cover so you can’t see the mismatched spare.


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If you get the XR package, and plan to get a real lift and new wheels, then you are doing it wrong.

That package only makes sense if you plan to keep your Jeep stock.

 

I would MUCH rather have the 4.56 gears than the 2" Mopar lift. Unless they now have progressive or dual rate springs?

 

Not me.

I have 35s on my Sahara: with the 8-speed, 4.56 gears are nice-to-have but not required; not with 35s anyway.

Rubicon comes standard with 4.1 gears; it drives fine on 35s.

 

I'm a big proponent for OEM. If any issues down the road (pun intended) their is no finger pointing.
Go for it!

 

In case you guys haven’t seen the “35-tire suspension” included in the XR package, here are some photos from another forum.

Notice Jeep carefully avoids using the word “lift”— it retains the standard Rubicon red shocks, stretched a further 1.5 inches

But wait, there’s more: it also uses the long-ass bump stops from EcoDiesel. Look how little articulation is left!

Yes, the package includes a reinforced front axle, but IMO Jeep dropped the ball by simply stretching the existing Rubicon suspension and then adding those humongous bump stops to keep things under control. It all looks like a rushed job.

My guess is Stellantis will “update” the XR suspension in a year or two, once it had time to properly test and develop a new suspension.

I’d wait until then before ordering this package.

 

I think it’s worth it getting factory 4.56/4.88 gears and 35’s means less warranty blame

Stronger front axle is a nice bonus, plus the tailgate hinge support isn’t cheap

 

Is it 4.56 or 4.88?I first read 4.88s now lately 4.56s.

 

It I was to hazard a guess, I would say 4.56 = automatic; 4.88 = manual.

Although, I do not even know if you can add the Extreme Recon package to a Manual.

 

For the price and everything you get. I think it’s definitely worth $4k. I’m looking forward to enjoying all the goodies straight from the factory with warranty and all 😁

 

It's always a funny comparison given: Is the $4,000 delta worth. Diabolical isn't it? It's not like we are buying a Jeep with no tires and wheels. I would imagine you could get $1200 for Rubicon or Willy wheel and tires as take-off no? Kinda bothers me they simply stretched they 1.5". That said, lol, I'm leaning towards the Xtreme package 🙄

 

Well here’s the deal. The Xtreme pkg is actually not about the wheels, tires, or even the lift, it’s that front diff.
HD wide M210 D44, thicker tubes, 4.56 gears, steel cast knuckles rather then aluminum and 392 big brakes all round. This is the 392/Mojave set up. That alone is worth $4k. Lift, HD tire carrier and tires is just the bonus…
Does everyone NEED that heavier front diff? No, not necessarily but even doing aftermarket big brakes and a gear swap is starting to get you close to $4k. Add in the lift and 35s and you are over $4k on that end.


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Hello ,
I am new to this forum, and I am looking for some suggestions/Recommendations.
I was planning on getting a new Rubicon, Jeep's website lets you have 35s on the vehicle for an additional 4k with the following upgrades:
Xtreme Recon 35-Inch Tire Package
$3,995

• 110-MPH Vehicle Max Speed Calibration
• 17-Inch x 8.0-Inch Beadlock-Capable Wheel
• 35-Inch Tire Suspension
• 4.56 Rear Axle Ratio
• Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Performance Brakes
• 3rd Generation Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Front Axle
• GVW Rating - 6,100 Pounds
• LT315/70R17C 113/110S Tires
• Hinge-Gate Reinforcement by Mopar®
• Jack Spacer by Mopar®
• Tire Relocation Kit by Mopar®
• Wheel-Flare Extensions

The idea of getting the 35s are for the aggressive looks. Might go on for some trails or off roading. But will be using this vehicle for daily commute. I know it doesnt make sense to use 35s on daily commute, but they just look amazing.
I dont think the package includes lift kits.
Would it make sense in getting the tires replaced out of dealership and what would be the cost in getting a tire package something similar to this?
Would 33s on the Rubicon give that look and be more practical for a daily commuter like myself?

Thank you.

With all thats listed its definitely worth it. Just the axle up grade alone is worth that. Gear change to 4.56 with 35 inch tires will allow everthing to operate at optimal ranges you wont be able tell the difference from a stock jeep. And the looks is much better. The gear change alone would cost around 2k+

 

You know you are 100% correct.

But then there are other XR downers out there saying I can do this and that mods cheaper.

I am like WTF.

 

Thanks for nothing, Jeep.
Signed,
The manual drivers

 

Oh just wait, if the package is as popular as it appears to be once everything catches back up with the shortages I am sure this package will be available with manual trans as well. It’s a tough time right now.

For those that wonder if it’s worth it. An aftermarket front axle swap is $6-8k alone. Even if you sell your factory front axle for $2K you are still not ahead doing it yourself. That right there pays for the complete XR package. A gear swap $2k, average tire and wheel package $3k, big brake kit $1K, and then all the little extras like tire carrier etc $1k


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I think it is worth it. If I may add, it is all connected to a 3 year(36,000) warranty.

Now, if they will just build these damn Jeeps for us, so we can challenge them!!!! lol

 

I think it is worth it. If I may add, it is all connected to a 3 year(36,000) warranty.

Now, if they will just build these damn Jeeps for us, so we can challenge them!!!! lol

Mine is in shipping waiting to come home.


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