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Old 03-20-2017, 01:40 PM
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This is my favorite for comparing tire sizes.

http://rimsntires.com/specspro.jsp

OP, I'd advise going 33x12.5 Nitto Ridge Grapplers. Little more aggressive than an AT, less aggressive than an MT, and at a reasonable price.

https://www.tirebuyer.com/tires/nitt...yl8aAp9x8P8HAQ

Also, plus 1 for the Rancho Quicklifts. Ran them on my '07, and have a set on order for my '16. Absolutely loved them, and for what they are they're a great price.
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I have an 04 Screw lariat RWD... I have a 3" Front and 2" Rear leveling kit and I have 35s... I added a 1/2" wheel spacer (For looks mostly) and I have NO rubbing!


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Originally Posted by PShelby
I have an 04 Screw lariat RWD... I have a 3" Front and 2" Rear leveling kit and I have 35s... I added a 1/2" wheel spacer (For looks mostly) and I have NO rubbing!


It appears I stand corrected. Everything I had heard and read was that on a 2wd you had to go with a 4" lift to clear 35x12.5's.
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Yeah... I mean... it's close... but I don't have any rubbing! and I LOVE the look!

I would step down to 17" wheels or go up to a 20" wheel though! Tires for an 18" wheel are stupid expensive!!! I got the wheels (17" wheels) and tires for less than just the tires for my stock 18s... Check into it!
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I just did this with my truck. I needed new ball joints so when I had those replaced I did the 2.5 Rancho quicklift. They will clear 33s.
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Originally Posted by PShelby
I have an 04 Screw lariat RWD... I have a 3" Front and 2" Rear leveling kit and I have 35s... I added a 1/2" wheel spacer (For looks mostly) and I have NO rubbing!


Yeah, but let's see those UCA angles...

3" levels are just not advised as as your geometry is so far off and you'll be wearing through front end parts fast.




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