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Old 03-21-2017, 12:13 AM
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Default Any issues with rubbing on Upper control arms?
Hey all! Just signed up tonight and super pumped to hear what everyone has to say. I just installed a 2.5" leveling kit on my truck. I want to know if I put 33x12.5x17 on my stock wheels, will there be any rubbing on the control arms or shocks in the rear. I've heard that the bead may have trouble seating but I've heard it's rare. Want to hear what you all have to say. Thanks again!
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Why don't you tell us what kind of truck you have.. let me guess an F150 2WD or 4WD ? What year ?
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Sorry about that. It's a 2012 STX 2wd with the 3.7 motor.
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It will be close... depends on the style and brand of tire.
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Nitto mud grapplers, will probably just get a 1 inch spacer and buy wheel bearings lol
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Read the reviews on that mud grappler before you buy them..
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I got em used with 40% tread left for 300$ so I couldn't resist. I know th tread life is terrible. Thanks for the heads up though, I appreciate it!
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Very loud also...
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Welcome to the forum Sully !
Share a pic of your new truck
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I will definitely share a pic when it's all done! Gimme about two weeks. College budgets take a while to save up money haha.
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