Which wheels/tires do you think?

Hi fellow XJ'ers!

I have a 2000 XJ Limited that I will be installing a 3.5" RE Super Ride Lift on shortly (probably this weekend if weather and delivery permit). I want to run 31" BFGAT's. I'm looking for information/suggestions on a wheel/tire combination based upon rubbing, etc.

Here's my options as I see them...

Buy new wheels and 31"x10.5R15's. What would a suggested backspacing be? I' don't want to worry about rubbing. I was thinking about a set of the black steel wheels for contrast, as my XJ is ALL gray/silver (ALL because of Limited edition flares/bumpers/etc.).

- OR -

Keep my 16" alloy rims (currently have stock P225/70R16's) and then buy the 31" BFGAT equivalents to fit on said 16" rim. These wheels look pretty good too, so I wouldn't mind staying with them (plus it'll save me a few clams). Will these rub too much if I slap 31" tires on? Anyone know the backspacing on these stock rims?

Thanks for everyone's help in advance! I'll post pics when it's done!

Frank

2000 XJ
1995 YJ

I personnally like the black wheels go with 4 to 4.5 inch backspacing and you should be fine.

black wheels, 4.5 inch backspacing.. I have the AT's Wish i would have gotten the trxus when i put my lift on since they run a little better offroad

save the money and keep the stockers, its not like you need wider wheels or different back spacing to run 31x10.5's

Keep the stock limited 16" wheels, and get some 245/75/16 or 265/70/16s.

Thanks for the input guys. Seems like either option is viable from the replies so far. Anyone else have an opinion they'd like to share?

I just put the 3.5" RE super flex on my '00 and I bought a set of the Jeep Rubicon Moab wheels with 245/75/16 Goodyear MT/R's. I have been getting a lot people giving me a thumbs up with this combination.