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34's did not require trimming, at least for me. See my signature block and photo gallery for more details. Smartest solution is to have your shop do a test fit before committing the $$, that's what Discount Tire did for me.

Thanks for the clarification. I've since decided to get 17" rims which will allow 285/70/17 or 295/70/17.

 

33x11.5x17 or 33.6x12x17. Either should fit. Funny 285/70/17 toyo Mts are 350$ RTs are 317$ and the 295/70/17 Mts are 318$. Weird.

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Saleenpowr
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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.  

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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Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

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Thanks for the clarification. I've since decided to get 17" rims which will allow 285/70/17 or 295/70/17.

 

33x11.5x17 or 33.6x12x17. Either should fit. Funny 285/70/17 toyo Mts are 350$ RTs are 317$ and the 295/70/17 Mts are 318$. Weird.

All about what sizes are popular. If it's a more common size to be purchased it'll be cheaper. At one point I was looking at a 295/60/20 tire and it was like $60 more per tire than a 295/65/20

 

 

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txhunter21 Enthusiast

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Thanks for the clarification. I've since decided to get 17" rims which will allow 285/70/17 or 295/70/17.

 

33x11.5x17 or 33.6x12x17. Either should fit. Funny 285/70/17 toyo Mts are 350$ RTs are 317$ and the 295/70/17 Mts are 318$. Weird.

i run 285/75/17 and doesn't rub at all, i could probably even go to a 305/70/17 and be ok but i just got a 2.25 kit put on the front

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Hey guys, I've read over all the pages and got a lot of good insight. Here is my plan to level my truck (2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Z71 Crew Cab Standard Bed.)

 

2.25 inch Ready Lift on the front

Blocks for the rear for an inch increase to keep some rake

 

I can't decide on what size tire to get...285/60R20 or 275/65R20, on factory 20s.

 

When I get this completed, I'll post pictures. Thanks for any input.

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i run 285/75/17 and doesn't rub at all, i could probably even go to a 305/70/17 and be ok but i just got a 2.25 kit put on the front

I'm looking at running 285/75r17's. What is the offset on your wheels? Got pics?
hotrodz37 Senior Enthusiast

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Hey guys, I've read over all the pages and got a lot of good insight. Here is my plan to level my truck (2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Z71 Crew Cab Standard Bed.)

 

2.25 inch Ready Lift on the front

Blocks for the rear for an inch increase to keep some rake

 

I can't decide on what size tire to get...285/60R20 or 275/65R20, on factory 20s.

 

When I get this completed, I'll post pictures. Thanks for any input.

 

The only tire that comes in 285-60-20 is the Goodyear Duratrac. 275-65 opens your options up some and most mfg's make this size. In my opinion 285-60-20 is the perfect tire size and I am not sure why more manufacturers haven't caught on. I have no experience with the Duratrac but have heard great things. I have mine leveled and have Toyo Open Country AT2's on mine in the 275-60-20 which are too small in my opinion so I am looking at 295-55-20 or 275-65-20 as well.

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The only tire that comes in 285-60-20 is the Goodyear Duratrac. 275-65 opens your options up some and most mfg's make this size. In my opinion 285-60-20 is the perfect tire size and I am not sure why more manufacturers haven't caught on. I have no experience with the Duratrac but have heard great things. I have mine leveled and have Toyo Open Country AT2's on mine in the 275-60-20 which are too small in my opinion so I am looking at 295-55-20 or 275-65-20 as well.

I agree 285/60/20 is perfect, but as you said noone makes it. So long 20s lol. Everyone has 17 sizes, Mickey Thompson, Toyo, Nitto, BFG, Goodyear, all of them almost have 285/70/17, actually i think all of them. I know not all have 295/70/17. 285/60/20 would work perfectly but if your wanting a 33" tire with no rub and are stuck to 295/55/20 or 305/55/20 you pretty much need spacers or a new rim for offset it seems. Which sucks.

Dropsix Enthusiast

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It probably is stiffer but I don't notice. I think it handles better and you can actually put some weight in the rear without it sagging.

on my 2010 gmc all terrain 1500 I ran an add a leaf and a hellwig helper spring.

 

I'm on the fence on whether to go with a 2" block or adding a spring. I won't be doing it super often but I'll be carrying my 4 wheeler in the bed a few times over the summer. But when I'm not carrying the ATV, I'd like a smooth ride still.

Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

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I'm on the fence on whether to go with a 2" block or adding a spring. I won't be doing it super often but I'll be carrying my 4 wheeler in the bed a few times over the summer. But when I'm not carrying the ATV, I'd like a smooth ride still.

Have you considered air bags? I know they won't affect the ride when they are deflated and can be adjusted. I don't tow often but when I do it pulls me way down so I plan to put airbags eventually.

 

 

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Have you considered air bags? I know they won't affect the ride when they are deflated and can be adjusted. I don't tow often but when I do it pulls me way down so I plan to put airbags eventually.

 

 

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Airbags sound expensive.

 

I'd want to keep it on the cheap side.

Jon A Senior Enthusiast

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Airbags are cheap if you don't mind filling them manually. It's not quite as convenient but you get all the function.

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I've read this whole thread and have gotten some great info, so thank you for that. My question is two-fold, I'm going to add a MotoFab 1.5" leveling kit to the front. My 2015 Silverado has the stock 17 inch wheels on it. With this leveling kit, and what are the largest size tires I can run with that leveling kit and keeping the stock 17 inch wheels? I've seen a lot of answers for the 18 inch wheel, just nothing for the 17 inch wheels.

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txhunter21 Enthusiast

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I've read this whole thread and have gotten some great info, so thank you for that. My question is two-fold, I'm going to add a MotoFab 1.5" leveling kit to the front. My 2015 Silverado has the stock 17 inch wheels on it. With this leveling kit, and what are the largest size tires I can run with that leveling kit and keeping the stock 17 inch wheels? I've seen a lot of answers for the 18 inch wheel, just nothing for the 17 inch wheels.

I run a 285-75-17 and it doesnt rub and that was without a level kit with a +12 offset wheel so i would say that this size would be the biggest IMHO. you would be safe really safe with a 285/70

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Airbags are cheap if you don't mind filling them manually. It's not quite as convenient but you get all the function.

I'll look into it

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