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That's what I thought, just wanted to be sure because I'll be ordering a set soon and I cant decide which one I should get. I know the size will be 275/65/20 but still undecided Toyo Open Country AT or MT. I might go with the MT for the more aggressive look.

Also realize that there is Open Country AT and Open Country AT2. I have the AT on my truck. The AT is an older model and some places still carry them. The sidewall is less aggressive looking on the AT than the AT2. Just be aware.

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So i put my RC 2" level kit and Toyo 295/55/20's on this weekend. Install was simple, just like on my 2011. It definitely helps to have an extra set of hands when wedging that spacer in there. 295/

Saleenpowr
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Thanks. Here is one more from yesterday. Considering we're getting 8-10 inches of rain the next two days, I won't be taking any better pics soon.  

FH212
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Mine is finally done! After months of research I went with the RC 2.5" level kit front only, stock rear block. 20"x9" Fuel Nutz w/ +1 offset, 33x12.50x20 Toyo M/T tires. No rubbing, No trimming, yet a

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TX_AT Enthusiast

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Also realize that there is Open Country AT and Open Country AT2. I have the AT on my truck. The AT is an older model and some places still carry them. The sidewall is less aggressive looking on the AT than the AT2. Just be aware.

I'll keep that in mind thanks.

 

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KUUG Enthusiast

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20", 35 toyo mt

 

Looks good!

What lift are you running? Those are stock wheels right?

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jm77 Enthusiast

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Installed a readylift leveling kit about 2 weeks ago. Went to re-check all bolts and noticed a couple things that I wanted to check with everyone here. 2014 Crew Cab LTZ Z71 4wd. Installed 2.25" Readylift up front and their +1 in the rear. Noticed that the "washer" looking pieces inboard of the bolts on the bottom of the strut seem to be pushing out at the top. Anyone else seeing this on a stock or leveled truck?

 

Also, there seems to be a contact point between the spindle and bottom control arm. Think its just a steering stop but wanted to double check that as well.

 

Spoke with a ready lift tech and he said steering stop seemed normal but the bottom strut issue might be a problem. One of the other techs he had look at the pictures said it was completely normal.

 

Any input is appreciated.

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mking417 Enthusiast

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I have a rough country 2" level kit still new in box that I would like to sell. Bought it before reading about all the work involved and just really don't want to mess with it. I'm asking $50 shipped. PAYPAL would be an acceptable form of payment.

 

If interested just PM me.

 

Thanks

TX_AT Enthusiast

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Okay, here's a question that might seem repetitive! Is anyone running 275/65/20 Toyo Open Country MTs on the original all terrain wheels with the RCX 2.5 level kit? I looked thoroughly before posting and couldn't find any pictures. I did see some running the same size tire but in the all terrain tire not the MT. I wonder if they will rub a lot more than the ATs due to the more aggressive tread. I am scheduled to get my tires installed tomorrow so i am hoping someone has some pictures and info on the setup. If not i might have to play it safe and go with the 33s.

Full Lock Enthusiast

Full Lock

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Installed a readylift leveling kit about 2 weeks ago. Went to re-check all bolts and noticed a couple things that I wanted to check with everyone here. 2014 Crew Cab LTZ Z71 4wd. Installed 2.25" Readylift up front and their +1 in the rear. Noticed that the "washer" looking pieces inboard of the bolts on the bottom of the strut seem to be pushing out at the top. Anyone else seeing this on a stock or leveled truck?

 

Also, there seems to be a contact point between the spindle and bottom control arm. Think its just a steering stop but wanted to double check that as well.

 

Spoke with a ready lift tech and he said steering stop seemed normal but the bottom strut issue might be a problem. One of the other techs he had look at the pictures said it was completely normal.

 

Any input is appreciated.

My TGC kit included new nuts, bolts and washers. IDK if I'd feel comfortable with using the stock clamp nut with a spacer or even running stock clamp nut with no spacer for that matter. Seems like it could be an easy point of failure.

I would grab a set of grade 8 or 10 (can't remember which they were) nuts, bolts and washers and replace all the stock stuff just for piece of mind.

The hardware that came in my kit was from Fastenal

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Jay700 Enthusiast

Jay700

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With a rough country 2" up front and 1" block in the back will goodyear duratrac 285/60r20 fit with no rubbing?

paragod689 Enthusiast

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Picking up a 2014 Silverado 1500 CC SB 4x4 this week. It has the stock 20s and I'm putting 275/65s toyo mts on it. Would like it to have a slight rake. 2.25" will get me there? 2.5" would be completely level right?

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Picking up a 2014 Silverado 1500 CC SB 4x4 this week. It has the stock 20s and I'm putting 275/65s toyo mts on it. Would like it to have a slight rake. 2.25" will get me there? 2.5" would be completely level right?

I sit level 39" front 39" rear with readylift 2.25 but im on 285/45r22

different brands vary in height.

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paragod689 Enthusiast

paragod689

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I sit level 39" front 39" rear with readylift 2.25 but im on 285/45r22

different brands vary in height.

Scooby, did your front end come up exactly 2.25"? Just trying to find out if the actual number is the actual lift. If so I guess a 2" would give me the slight rake I'm looking for.

WVU Enthusiast

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Will both of these work on 2014 1500 all terrain with a 2" RC leveling kit?

 

Goodyear duratrac

285/60r20

305/55r20

 

Anyone currenty running one of these setups?

losky79 Enthusiast

losky79

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285/60R20's will work but the 305's will rub with just a leveling kit.

scoobyd3w Enthusiast

scoobyd3w

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Before the level the mechanic measured from the bottom of the fender well to the ground and the front measured 37" and the rear was 39"

After the readylift 2.25 Part# 66-3085 the front fender measures an almost exact 39" depending how eye level you look :freak:

After install did an alignment and the truck feels great without sacrificing any ride quality!! hope this helps..

If you still want the rake look you might try the 2.25 level with a 1" block in the rear...

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YQatari Enthusiast

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Well the readylift 2.25 front level kit is installed, and a 3" block on the back...Like the rake plus I tow a boat, sled and quad so needed it for sag. Anywho looking at beefing up the tires a little. Looking at nitto terra grapplers or cooper zeon ltz. Looking at 305 50 20...Thinking they should work by size calculator but any experience would help if you would like to chime in!

Would like to see some pics please. I have 2.5" RC lift and thinking about installing 3" block to gain some rake, did you use shock extensions?

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