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Old Dec 22, 2011 | 03:49 PM
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Thanks! I kinda figured the 10 inch would be a bit big but thats why we have helpful members! haha i found a 20x9 with a 6.38" backspace... that would be a better choice, correct?
This one would be a lot closer to stock fit and would probably allow a 35x12.50

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Found 20x9 with 5.71" backspace and 18mm offset.. Will these be the better fit?
This would probably allow a 33x12.50 or a 34 that's a little bit narrower maybe 265 or 275
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Old Dec 22, 2011 | 03:55 PM
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Originally Posted by npennella

Thanks! I kinda figured the 10 inch would be a bit big but thats why we have helpful members! haha i found a 20x9 with a 6.38" backspace... that would be a better choice, correct?
Okay crunched some numbers and that is around a 34mm offset I believe.

You might be able to fit a 35x12.50 but I can't say for sure. Might be a tight squeeze since I believe it's already a tight squeeze with stock wheels. May require very minor trimming.
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Old Dec 22, 2011 | 05:52 PM
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This might be me looking for a problem that is just not there but i want to make sure that everything is all good:

2.5 front leveling kit, 1.5 read skyjacker add a leaf, goodyear duratrac 275/65-20. I checked for rubbing and there doesn't seem to be any however when i do a full turn, the nose dips down hard several inches and then rises when i steer back. this was in park and an absolute full turn. is this just from falling off of the tread pattern due to camber or am i hitting a part of the front suspension and compressing it? i took a look around and nothing seemed to be touching, but its dark and rainy so... thoughts?
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Old Dec 22, 2011 | 06:04 PM
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This might be me looking for a problem that is just not there but i want to make sure that everything is all good:

2.5 front leveling kit, 1.5 read skyjacker add a leaf, goodyear duratrac 275/65-20. I checked for rubbing and there doesn't seem to be any however when i do a full turn, the nose dips down hard several inches and then rises when i steer back. this was in park and an absolute full turn. is this just from falling off of the tread pattern due to camber or am i hitting a part of the front suspension and compressing it? i took a look around and nothing seemed to be touching, but its dark and rainy so... thoughts?
That's normal. Mine does that too. For some reason in order to perform that kind of a turn the truck's suspension has to articulate a little bit. Pretty crazy that the power steering is that strong cuz those are definitely no lightweight springs!
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Old Dec 22, 2011 | 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by BassAckwards
That's normal. Mine does that too. For some reason in order to perform that kind of a turn the truck's suspension has to articulate a little bit. Pretty crazy that the power steering is that strong cuz those are definitely no lightweight springs!
ok, thanks for the response- very good to hear. i thought i was crazy. it felt 'powered' so i knew something was working. this forum is pretty epic- i do not post a lot but i read a ton. the changes i made were based on what i read here and now my truck is performing exactly how i want it to. it's also amazing how terribad the stock pirelli scorpions are.
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Old Dec 23, 2011 | 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by BassAckwards
Okay crunched some numbers and that is around a 34mm offset I believe.

You might be able to fit a 35x12.50 but I can't say for sure. Might be a tight squeeze since I believe it's already a tight squeeze with stock wheels. May require very minor trimming.

thanks so much for the help. i am still contemplating whether or not i should now get 18's because of the price or not. haha i will just be patient.
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Old Dec 29, 2011 | 11:05 AM
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Helpful info!

Thanks!
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Old Dec 29, 2011 | 12:15 PM
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I have an 05 lariat 4x4 with a 2.5 leveling kit. I just bought some 295/70/18 nitto terra grapplers and am looking for some new rims. I want some xd monsters. They have them in a -12, +18, and +35mm what would be the best fit for me?
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Old Dec 29, 2011 | 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by squirving88
I have an 05 lariat 4x4 with a 2.5 leveling kit. I just bought some 295/70/18 nitto terra grapplers and am looking for some new rims. I want some xd monsters. They have them in a -12, +18, and +35mm what would be the best fit for me?
I have the XD monsters +18 offset on mine with the same setup you have. I posted some pics a while back on how they got compared to stock. I had minor rubbing and only had to trim the front passenger side. It only rubbed when I backed up and turned to the left.
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Old Dec 30, 2011 | 10:38 AM
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Default Best rim for 2.5" leveling kit and 315/70R17

I have a 2004 F150 FX4 with 2.5" Roughcountry leveling kit. Got some second hand Firestone M/T 315/70R17 (about 60% thread). What would be the best fit for those tires with minimal/no rubbing with the most protrusion (sticking out of fender, I like the wide stance look).

American Racing Black Clash: 17x8.5 with 5" backspace
Moto Metal MO957: 17x9 with 4.5" backspace
Gear Alloy Black Jack: 17x9 with 5.71" backspace

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