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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 06:15 PM
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Finally, my lift kit came in at my parents house, and was curious is it possible to run a 37 on just a 6" lift. Trying to get all the parts ordered and there by the time I come home on leave. My dad won't put it on until I order the tires. Already placing an order some Moto Metal 951s.

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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 06:24 PM
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6+level might give you some more room.
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 06:28 PM
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thanks gator. I was thinking about leaving my leveling kit on the truck when they do the install. I also know if I go with 37's I am going to have to re-gear the truck. What would you recommend to go with?
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by yz85rider2002
thanks gator. I was thinking about leaving my leveling kit on the truck when they do the install. I also know if I go with 37's I am going to have to re-gear the truck. What would you recommend to go with?
You can fit 37's with a 6inch kit and leveling kit on(might be some rubbing,maybe).So yes keep your leveling kit on.I think FX4
s came with 373 gears.Go with at least 456 gears.Again,this is just my opinion,lol.Some others might disagree with me.Your truck is gonna look bas *** man.Cant wait for pics
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 06:57 PM
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yeah man i can't wait, even though all i get are pictures until february
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 08:31 PM
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Originally Posted by yz85rider2002
yeah man i can't wait, even though all i get are pictures until february
Tell ya what man,i got ya,I will drive it for you untill you come back,Let you know how it feels.Take it thru the mud a couple times.Hey after all,gotta make sure its quality,lol
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 08:39 PM
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I say 37s. they will fit. im running 37/13.15/r18 super swamper m16s awesome tire and the cheapest i found in that size rang.
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 09:34 PM
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how much lift are you working?
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 10:45 PM
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add a body lift and you will be fine as for gears if you're gonna go with 37"s 4:88's are your best bet
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Old Nov 3, 2010 | 02:57 PM
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yeah i was thinking about 4.88's or 5.13's. How much rub would there be with just the 6" kit?
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