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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:24 AM
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I'm putting 17 x 9 pro comp wheels with 305/65/17s on a 2010 STX 4x4. The overall diameter is nearly the same as the stock 18" wheel and tire combo.

I think the 2010 4x4s are much more level than the the 2008 and below, but that may just be my mis-perception.

I want to see what the wheels and tires look like without a leveling kit before I put one in.

I don't want to put one in just to do it.

Does anyone have any pictures of a similar set up without a leveling kit installed?

Thanks in advance.
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 03:49 PM
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Gee, thanks for sharing the info! lol
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 04:05 PM
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do u have the tires & wheels already? sounds like u are dead set on that setup, throw it on & see. like it, then leave it be. don't like it, put the kit in.
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 04:27 PM
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gee thanks for sharing. is that a bobber i see?
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 05:11 PM
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Here, this guy was able to fit 325/60-18's on stock rims without a leveling kit. I'm guessing you shouldn't have a problem. Me, I would spend the extra $100 for the leveling kit. The trucks look so much better leveled with oversized tires.

https://www.f150forum.com/f38/new-ti...gnaflow-29249/
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted by ninelivez2go
Here, this guy was able to fit 325/60-18's on stock rims without a leveling kit. I'm guessing you shouldn't have a problem. Me, I would spend the extra $100 for the leveling kit. The trucks look so much better leveled with oversized tires.

https://www.f150forum.com/f38/new-ti...gnaflow-29249/
Thanks, I appreciate the info. The overall diameter is nearly the same as stock, so it should be fine. The width may be a problem at full lock, but I'll see.

It's not the 100 bucks I'm worried about. It's changing the suspension angle on a brand new truck and potentially causing abnormal wear. Although unlikely 2" will cause undue wear, I'd rather not chance it if it is only going to be for a minimal look enhancement.

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Yes to the guy above, it is a bobber... a Triumph bobber.



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