Jeep CJ-7 Spare Tires

The Jeep CJ-7 used a 5x5.5" (5x139.7 mm) bolt pattern for all models from 1976 to 1986 along with tire diameters ranging from 27.1" to 28.9" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicle applications.


The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Jeep CJ-7 years and options. In this case, it's recommended to use a Full-Size tire similar to the tires currently on your vehicle as your spare. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Jeep CJ-7 spare tire.

1976-1986 Jeep CJ-7 Spare Tires

This generation of the Jeep CJ-7 began in 1976 and was available through 1986. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.

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YearMakeModelBolt
Pattern		Tire
Diameters		Recommended
Spare Tire
1986JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
27.1-28.9"
Full Size
1985JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
27.1-28.9"
Full Size
1984JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
27.1-28.9"
Full Size
1983JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.9"
Full Size
1982JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.3"
Full Size
1981JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.3"
Full Size
1980JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.3"
Full Size
1979JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.3"
Full Size
1978JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.3"
Full Size
1977JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.3"
Full Size
1976JeepCJ-7
5x5.5"
28.3"
Full Size