How Much Lift for 35s?
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How Much Lift for 35s?
I have a '96 12v LB extended cab 4x4. I'm currently running 305/70/16s with no rubbing at all. These tires are in need of replacement, and I would like to go with either 315/75/16s, or 325/65/18s (depending on my budget). I know that neither will fit my truck w/o a lift (I test fit a 325/70/16 before I bought the 305s, and it hit the rear of the wheelwell). I would rather not lift my truck more than I have to to clear the 35s. I know Superlift makes a 2 1/2" and a 4 1/2" lift. Would the 2 1/2" lift clear the tires?
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Not sure of any differences between 96 or 99, but my 99 with a 2" level on front does not clear 35"s. They hit pretty bad until i took out the angle grinder and made love to the fender.
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But it does rub the lower control arms when making hard turns
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It looks like there is a ton of room in the wheelwell for larger tires, but the 305s do get pretty close to the inside fenderwell. I'm not running stock wheels so the extra offset may be causing a little extra swing.
I may try to find a stock wheel and try to fit a 315 first, but if that hits I will probably go with the 2 1/2" Skyjacker kit with new rear springs. The truck used to have a fifth wheel, and regularly pulled a horse trailer, so it sits completely level right now. I'm afraid if I use a leveling kit I will put the nose too high in the air.
I may try to find a stock wheel and try to fit a 315 first, but if that hits I will probably go with the 2 1/2" Skyjacker kit with new rear springs. The truck used to have a fifth wheel, and regularly pulled a horse trailer, so it sits completely level right now. I'm afraid if I use a leveling kit I will put the nose too high in the air.
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on my stock rims it did the same. i never worried about it though it was so little. with aftermarket rims no rub
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