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rotten tomato Enthusiast

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Thanks for taking the time to do this. I still think it's not that bad. Mine will be even less because I will have 20 inch wheels, which will have more back spacing. Time to pull the trigger.

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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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stevencox93 Enthusiast

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To those of yall with 6-7" lifts and 35s and have the computer set to read the new tire size what mpgs are you getting and any mods to get that.

lifted14silverado Enthusiast

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To those of yall with 6-7" lifts and 35s and have the computer set to read the new tire size what mpgs are you getting and any mods to get that.

I have a 6 inch lift with 35's and a 3.42 rear gear along with a cold air intake, flowmaster super 44 muffler, tonneau cover and a diablosport intune programmer and I get anywhere from 14-22 MPG depending on weather. It doesn't like the cold.

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To those of yall with 6-7" lifts and 35s and have the computer set to read the new tire size what mpgs are you getting and any mods to get that.

14-15 highway. 17-18 if I keep it below 65mph. BB tuned, 4.56 gears, magnaflow muffler.

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Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

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I have a 6 inch lift with 35's and a 3.42 rear gear along with a cold air intake, flowmaster super 44 muffler, tonneau cover and a diablosport intune programmer and I get anywhere from 14-22 MPG depending on weather. It doesn't like the cold.

At what speeds do you see the mileages? More specifically around 35-40 mph, 60-65 mph, and 70-75 mph. Just curious if you could share!

 

 

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rider500 Enthusiast

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Ive had a rough country 3.5 on mine for almost 5000 miles and no problems

What rime and tires are thoses... I have the same truck

 

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pancepance Enthusiast

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Finally got a couple of photos to post but when I tried to do it they were all upside down. When I view them on my computer they are correct but when I pick them to download to post they are all upside down. Anyone know how to fix that?

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Finally got a couple of photos to post but when I tried to do it they were all upside down. When I view them on my computer they are correct but when I pick them to download to post they are all upside down. Anyone know how to fix that?

 

Well when you post it, those who use their phone can turn the phone upside down haha.

 

 

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Finally got them shiny side up.
I'm not 100% satisfied with the outcome. I just don't know exactly why just yet.
Hoping that in a few days I will figure out what I want to do different but overall I like it. Just not sure I consider it "done" yet.
Opinions are appreciated. Maybe someone will hit on what I am not seeing. Might be wheels, tires, rake, etc. Its just something.

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V1ZION Enthusiast

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Finally got them shiny side up.

I'm not 100% satisfied with the outcome. I just don't know exactly why just yet.

Hoping that in a few days I will figure out what I want to do different but overall I like it. Just not sure I consider it "done" yet.

Opinions are appreciated. Maybe someone will hit on what I am not seeing. Might be wheels, tires, rake, etc. Its just something.

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I think it looks great, is that with the 4" BDS lift? And what size tires? Maybe some amp power step would look good, I feel the stock running boards make it looks lower than it actually is.
Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

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Finally got them shiny side up.

I'm not 100% satisfied with the outcome. I just don't know exactly why just yet.

Hoping that in a few days I will figure out what I want to do different but overall I like it. Just not sure I consider it "done" yet.

Opinions are appreciated. Maybe someone will hit on what I am not seeing. Might be wheels, tires, rake, etc. Its just something.

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How much rake is there? I really don't want too much and I am definitly looking at ordering that kit now. Did you get the basic kit or did you get either of the two upgrades avaliable?

 

 

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pancepance Enthusiast

pancepance

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Its the BDS 4" kit with the fox rears. I did not get the optional rear spring pack but may still do that.

The tires are 275/65/20

I think they look OK. I wasn't really looking for a super aggressive tire. I also do a ton of highway miles so didn't want the excessive noise you get from big blocky tires as well as not wanting to have to replace every 6 months from wear. I don't know exactly how much rake there is. I will try to get a better pic of the truck on flat ground to show. Its not a lot and I think its less than it was originally but its still there. I may try a smaller rear block. I also spoke to BDS about the rear springs. I may try those just to see how the ride and towing is with and without them.

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Payton34 Enthusiast

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It looks perfect its exactly what I want to do and now finally I see what the stock 20s look like with aloft and they are perfect. I would only go with blackballs out on the tires. How does it ride compared to stock? Did you have to trim anything? I am hoping a 35x12.5 will fit the 4in with stock 20s. Do you have a lot of axle wrap I was going to get the 4in with the replacement leaf springs to avoid axle wrap.but not sure if its needed since the rear is only lifted a couple inches, I ordered the max tow package which has beefier springs it seems a waste ti replace them.

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Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

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Finally got them shiny side up.

I'm not 100% satisfied with the outcome. I just don't know exactly why just yet.

Hoping that in a few days I will figure out what I want to do different but overall I like it. Just not sure I consider it "done" yet.

Opinions are appreciated. Maybe someone will hit on what I am not seeing. Might be wheels, tires, rake, etc. Its just something.

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I was looking at this post again and these pictures. Have you tried removing the mudguards/flaps? I'm not a fan of them an maybe that's what's keeping you from being satisfied with the outcome. If that doesn't do it, just as mentioned already, try removing the running boards. It would make the truck look taller

 

 

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