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Old 09-17-2013, 09:04 AM
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Just got my truck back from the shop and had a BDS 6 installed. Compared to the level the truck drives as good as it did when I bought it. The level was much more of a rough ride for those wondering. The tire sits very close to the arm, about a half inch so I've got to find some wheel spacers, if anyone can direct me to a safe and reliable set for my stock 20's please let me know. I've already got Bushwacker Extenda flares that are being painted this week and will go on when I have the spacers installed. Next up, wheels, alarm and system and then I'm done. Will post again when flares and spacers are on.
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That truck is looking good! After my BDS install, I think my truck rides much better than it did when stock. I'm going with some Extend-A-Fenders very shortly, too. Can't wait to see the pics of everything installed.
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1/2"?!? You've got plenty of space!

I'm about an 1/8" away from the UCA and have no issues. I wouldn't go with spacers if you don't need them, which it doesn't sound like you do.
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^ Agree! I dont think I even have 1/8th inch between mine. I would advise not running spacers. And you mentioned new wheels are next so I would just wait and get wheels with an offset to space it out.
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No need for spacers if you plan on getting new wheels. You can solve that problem with the right wheel specs and also have that wider stance to look good with your extenda flares. Lookin good so far. And yea I have a level and my truck is a little rough riding. Good to know when I finally spring for a 4" that it will be a lot smoother.
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So there's no way the tire will flex and rub? I just went and checked again and it looks more like an 1/8th.
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I have done some pretty crazy off roading for a truck our size and never had it rub

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That look's great even with the stock wheel's!
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I want to go with a black and chrome wheel, any suggestions?
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I personally think it looks awesome on factories!
But I do also like the new Rockstar 2, do them like the red ones but powdercoat it the silver of your truck. I know they arent for everyone but thats my opinion i like em.


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