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So i ordered a set of Bilsteins so i'm ditching my ranchos. But i figure hell, my brother can use the Ranchos on his 2012 Chevy Silverado SLE 4x4 could he not? Both are GMT900 suspension right? Granted the dampening rate wouldn't be set up for his truck i imagine they're better than the factory OEM twin tubes he has. Since he got his RC 2" leveling kit there was definitely a loss in ride quality. His truck became very stiff IMO.

 

Not sure how much of an improvement the Ranchos will be. My ride got stiffer, but it's not terrible. Maybe it would be worth it. I do believe they should work though.

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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/

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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.  

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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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Not sure how much of an improvement the Ranchos will be. My ride got stiffer, but it's not terrible. Maybe it would be worth it. I do believe they should work though.

I told him I'd give him them for like 50-100$

 

I mean his ride isn't unbearable or anything it just took a hit IMO from where it was. I figured the OEM ranchos that came with mine would at least make it a little better. The stock shocks are twin tube aren't they? And the oem ranchos from the z71 monotube? Figured it would help a bit.

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Anybody running a 3.5 RC kit? If so post a pic and with what tire set up please

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I have a question, or maybe matter of individual opinion. I have the Rough Country 2.5" level/lift with the rear blocks (have not installed this kit yet). I am debating as to whether to install that with a 1.5" Zone Offroad body lift, or the Performance Accessories 3" body lift, or go with the 7" RCX lift. I want to put on 35x12.5x20 tires 20x10 wheels with either a -12 offset with backspace of 5 Fuel Mavericks, -19 offset with a backspace of 4.75 BMF Novakane Death Metal, or -24 offset with a backspace of 4.5 Fuel Maverick or Krank. Just looking for those of you that have done maybe a combo of these and opinions. I understand that it is personal preference as to what people want, affordability, etc. I have read this thread and the suspension lift thread and am really on the fence as to which way I want to go. Seen so many great looking trucks that are leveled, leveled + body lift, and lifted. Thanks in advance.

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Ive had my 2.5"RC lift for about 2500 miles now on 33s. No issues with the steering. Dont know why or how it would mess with it at all.

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Ok guys, any help is appreciated....I have a dilemma between going 295/70/18(unknown fitment) vs 275/70/18(known to fit easily).

 

My setup is 2014 Sierra A/T Double Cab with RCX 2.5" kit.

 

My question is geared towards the 295/70/18... how bad will I rub on 18x9 +12 ? What 18x9 wheel offset would work?

I see some guys doing 295/60/20, on the 2.5" kit, and that measures about .25" shorter than the 295/70/18.

 

I just don't wanna invest that kinda cash and not be satisfied with overall width and height of the tire. 275/70/18 just doesn't seem like a large enough increase to justify. I don't really wanna go to a 20" wheel for overall ride quality and the look just isn't for me, I like meaty sidewalls. Any input is appreciated, I'm ready to pull the trigger.

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Ok guys, any help is appreciated....I have a dilemma between going 295/70/18(unknown fitment) vs 275/70/18(known to fit easily).

 

My setup is 2014 Sierra A/T Double Cab with RCX 2.5" kit.

 

My question is geared towards the 295/70/18... how bad will I rub on 18x9 +12 ? What 18x9 wheel offset would work?

I see some guys doing 295/60/20, on the 2.5" kit, and that measures about .25" shorter than the 295/70/18.

 

I just don't wanna invest that kinda cash and not be satisfied with overall width and height of the tire. 275/70/18 just doesn't seem like a large enough increase to justify. I don't really wanna go to a 20" wheel for overall ride quality and the look just isn't for me, I like meaty sidewalls. Any input is appreciated, I'm ready to pull the trigger.

 

I'm facing the exact same dilemma as you. I'd like to go 285/75/18 or 295/70/18. I don't think anyone has gone with those tire sizes. I wonder which would fit better. One is a bit wider and the other is a bit taller. I'm sure with the fender mod these tires would fit no problem on a leveled truck. There were a couple guys running 35's on 18" wheels with just a level. One was on GMFS (http://www.gmfullsize.com/forum/showpost.php?p=5513077&postcount=41) and the other guy was here (I think he had a red Sierra and he was running trail graps).

 

275/70/18 is a safe bet but like you said, it just doesn't seem like enough.

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I have a zero offset and have 275 70 18 toyo open country tires with a 4 in fab tech lift the tires rub on the inner fender well ( the carpet inner fender skirt) other then that no problems a plus 12 u may rub the control arm more with the tires do u have a lift now

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18" problems haha I read that 295/70/18 rub with RC 2.5" on stock rims. I love the Z71 rims do i went with the safe bet 275/70/18 Cooper Discoverer. Love em

 

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18" problems haha I read that 295/70/18 rub with RC 2.5" on stock rims. I love the Z71 rims do i went with the safe bet 275/70/18 Cooper Discoverer. Love em

 

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Yeah like 14x4 said, 275/70 is a sure thing but it just doesn't seem like enough.

 

You're on stock rims which is 18x8.5 +24, correct?

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I have a zero offset and have 275 70 18 toyo open country tires with a 4 in fab tech lift the tires rub on the inner fender well ( the carpet inner fender skirt) other then that no problems a plus 12 u may rub the control arm more with the tires do u have a lift now

People have ran a 275/70/18 on a 2.5" level with 18x8.5 +24 offset, so If it would rub anything it would be the carpet and not the UCA but this setup has been done on a couple of vehicles here. Method seems to be popular on our vehicles in 18x9 with offset ranging +12 to +18.

 

When you refer to offset, you also need to consider rim width for the change in actual inner and outer rim position.

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Ok guys, any help is appreciated....I have a dilemma between going 295/70/18(unknown fitment) vs 275/70/18(known to fit easily).

 

My setup is 2014 Sierra A/T Double Cab with RCX 2.5" kit.

 

My question is geared towards the 295/70/18... how bad will I rub on 18x9 +12 ? What 18x9 wheel offset would work?

I see some guys doing 295/60/20, on the 2.5" kit, and that measures about .25" shorter than the 295/70/18.

 

I just don't wanna invest that kinda cash and not be satisfied with overall width and height of the tire. 275/70/18 just doesn't seem like a large enough increase to justify. I don't really wanna go to a 20" wheel for overall ride quality and the look just isn't for me, I like meaty sidewalls. Any input is appreciated, I'm ready to pull the trigger.

I have 295/70x70 with a +18 offset i havent trimmed anything and thats with the 2.5 rc kit , i could have gone a bit bigger i think youll be fine with a 295/70x18

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