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Old 06-17-2012, 09:41 PM
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Does my truck need to be level to run 33s? Looking at 285 70 17 or 295 70 17 trail grapplers
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Are you 4x4, running stock or aftermarket rims?
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Fx4 with stock rims
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Sharp truck man n no u should be able to run them without cranking the t-bars
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Thanks! I'm gonna try and keep er stock level so I can get tires exhaust etc then get a 5" lift so I don't risk wearing out anything but hell things change..Anyone else runnin 33s on stock height?
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u can run 33s all day long

my old truck with 285s

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u can run 33s all day long

my old truck with 285s
Did you have your tbars cranked?
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Running 285 bfgs with no crank and no probs. I am just about to put on aftermarket torsion keys, 2 in blocks and 2 in wheel spacers.
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Originally Posted by oldfloyd

Running 285 bfgs with no crank and no probs. I am just about to put on aftermarket torsion keys, 2 in blocks and 2 in wheel spacers.
Damn those look great.. What keys are you goin with? Im gonna get the rough country ones but getting some 285 70 17 cooper stt mts first since I know they'll fit fine now
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Thanks! I think ill go with readylift or pro comp. How'd you decide on rough country? Also, make sure you get all five tires because you don't want to look stupid with a 31 in. spare when you blow a tire.
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