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I ordered the Zone 6.5" lift, Fuel Mavericks 20x10 4.5BS -24 offset and 35x12.50x20 Toyo Open Country ATII's. They are charging $750 for the install/alignment and mounting and balancing of new tires. They are also removing the TPMS from my factory wheels. Im pretty stoked!

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LivNLo94
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Did the BDS 6" with Fox shocks. 22x12 Sprockets on 33" Toyo MT's. Rides like stock, no rub no trimming.

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Crappy pic, but this was right after it pulled out of the garage last night. 4.5 zone with fox in the rear, 35x12.50r20 nitto ridge grapplers on stock elevation rims. Ride seems better then stock, i

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Here is my submission to this thread. Its my 2016 GMC All/Terrain 4x4 6.5" Zone with AAL, 35.4" Duratracs on stock 20" Denali wheels.          

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teaman Enthusiast

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Finally had some time to check the measurements. The answer to your question is yes, it will fit. The truck measures 6'10" = 82" @ the top of the xm antenna. Just be careful cuz it will be tight.

Thanks a bunch!!! I had the 6" lift put on my truck on Monday. It fits "snuggly" in the parking garage. I still pucker every time I drive in. :)

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teaman Enthusiast

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Thanks to everyone on this thread for their info, I went ahead and had the fabtech gen 2 6" lift put on my 2015 Sierra 1500. However, I do have one concern after the lift and I'm surprised this hasn't come up in this forum. The gen 2 kit has a couple of benefits...it doesn't increase the track width which I love and it is supposed to be better on the turning radius. However, it feels to me like there is a significant reduction in turning radius. I called FabTech and they asked me to take some photos which I will do. But, I wanted to see if anyone on here has run into this problem and if anyone has done anything about it with success...such as cut back the "stops" on the knuckles.

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zoomiejr2 Enthusiast

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Thanks to everyone on this thread for their info, I went ahead and had the fabtech gen 2 6" lift put on my 2015 Sierra 1500. However, I do have one concern after the lift and I'm surprised this hasn't come up in this forum. The gen 2 kit has a couple of benefits...it doesn't increase the track width which I love and it is supposed to be better on the turning radius. However, it feels to me like there is a significant reduction in turning radius. I called FabTech and they asked me to take some photos which I will do. But, I wanted to see if anyone on here has run into this problem and if anyone has done anything about it with success...such as cut back the "stops" on the knuckles.

Finally someone got this lift please upload pics I'm dying to see it!!

 

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Lyman24 Enthusiast

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Thanks to everyone on this thread for their info, I went ahead and had the fabtech gen 2 6" lift put on my 2015 Sierra 1500. However, I do have one concern after the lift and I'm surprised this hasn't come up in this forum. The gen 2 kit has a couple of benefits...it doesn't increase the track width which I love and it is supposed to be better on the turning radius. However, it feels to me like there is a significant reduction in turning radius. I called FabTech and they asked me to take some photos which I will do. But, I wanted to see if anyone on here has run into this problem and if anyone has done anything about it with success...such as cut back the "stops" on the knuckles.

I have FabTech 6" lift too, with the same issue. Turns like a tractor-trailer, lots of 3-point turns.

teaman Enthusiast

teaman

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Finally someone got this lift please upload pics I'm dying to see it!!

 

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I will as soon as possible. I couldn't be happier with the looks of the truck.

zoomiejr2 Enthusiast

zoomiejr2

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I will as soon as possible. I couldn't be happier with the looks of the truck.

Thanks!

 

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sbour91 Enthusiast

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Has anyone tried 35x12.5R20's on a 4" suspension? I have a '15 Sierra and plan to run stock 20's. Any info, input, pics would be appreciated. Thanks

Robert.jean1 Enthusiast

Robert.jean1

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With the 4" BDS you can run stock wheels with 35"s

 

Has anyone tried 35x12.5R20's on a 4" suspension? I have a '15 Sierra and plan to run stock 20's. Any info, input, pics would be appreciated. Thanks

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zoomiejr2 Enthusiast

zoomiejr2

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Has anyone tried 35x12.5R20's on a 4" suspension? I have a '15 Sierra and plan to run stock 20's. Any info, input, pics would be appreciated. Thanks

Should be fine and it's a great looking combo to.

 

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sbour91 Enthusiast

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Would it have to be a BDS lift, or would I get the same result from a 4" Fabtech?

Seatimber Enthusiast

Seatimber

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My shop told me 35 12.50 20size was fine on my 16 Chevy, I just wanted a bit narrower tire so I went with 295 65r 20. 4 1/2 inch zone lift

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Question to all the guys that did 35s or bigger. How many of you re-geared? Was it worth the extra cost and did it help out acceleration/ lose top end speed by a lot? Did you guys go with the Detroit TrueTrac diff? Also, what gears, wheel and tire setup, and lift did yall go with? Thanks in advance.

Unfortunately for me the 6.2L/9.76" doesn't have any gear options available currently. With that being said the power loss has not been bad at all, pretty negligible.

I ordered the Zone 6.5" lift, Fuel Mavericks 20x10 4.5BS -24 offset and 35x12.50x20 Toyo Open Country ATII's. They are charging $750 for the install/alignment and mounting and balancing of new tires. They are also removing the TPMS from my factory wheels. Im pretty stoked!

Congratulations! Can't wait to see the results.

With the 4" BDS you can run stock wheels with 35"s

 

 

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Would it have to be a BDS lift, or would I get the same result from a 4" Fabtech?

Check out thier websites and see what they say. Every lift manufacturer will tell you what size wheels and tires will work. Only question you may have is either backspacing or if stock wheels will work. If those questions arise call and they'll be able to answe those questions. Then hit up your local shop and forums for advice on the lifts you like.

 

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CountryBoyzZ71 Enthusiast

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New to the Forum, but here's my 2014 Sierra All Terrain Z71, 13" total of lift, 10" Suspension and 3" Body on 38x13.5x20 stock rims.

Mods so far: Volant Cold Air Intake, Throttle body spacer, BullyDog programmer, and for exhaust I cut the 3rd cat and factory muffler out and installed a Flowmaster 44 series muffler in the factory location with a 90* turn down right out the back of the muffler.

Still have the stock 3.08 gears but with taxes I'm installing 4.10s F&R.

 

I still tow my 29' toy hauler with 2 RZRs in it.

 

All RC Suspension Lift and Powder Coated Blue.

 

Let me know what y'all think.

 

Thanks Zack

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Robert.jean1 Enthusiast

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Well I like it! You have a good looking truck for sure.

 

New to the Forum, but here's my 2014 Sierra All Terrain Z71, 13" total of lift, 10" Suspension and 3" Body on 38x13.5x20 stock rims.

Mods so far: Volant Cold Air Intake, Throttle body spacer, BullyDog programmer, and for exhaust I cut the 3rd cat and factory muffler out and installed a Flowmaster 44 series muffler in the factory location with a 90* turn down right out the back of the muffler.

Still have the stock 3.08 gears but with taxes I'm installing 4.10s F&R.

 

I still tow my 29' toy hauler with 2 RZRs in it.

 

All RC Suspension Lift and Powder Coated Blue.

 

Let me know what y'all think.

 

Thanks Zack

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