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installed RC 2" level kit and put the Goodyear Duratrac 275/60/20 tires. does not rub but gets real close so I zip tied the liner .will post pics as soon as i can charge battery on camera. it rides better than stock.

How did you zip tie em? I zip tied mine but not happy with way I did it and looking for new ideas

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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/

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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DerJäger Enthusiast

DerJäger

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Looks like the stick out about an inch right?

 

 

So a +18 offset would suck it back in 3/4" correct?

 

(I work on a construction site, don't want rocks/mud and crap all over the side of my truck)

Stock is about +27 I think, so +18 would give it a lil pop!

It's about an inch.

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No worries, I appreciate it.

Pictures as promised :)

 

So, at full lock, I'm about 1/2 an inch from rubbing the back, and 2 inches from the front. This is with a 2" Fox level, +1 offset Fuel Assaults, and a 275/60/20 BFG KO2. There's no way I'd be able to get a 275/65/20 without trimming.

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Pictures as promised :)

 

So, at full lock, I'm about 1/2 an inch from rubbing the back, and 2 inches from the front. This is with a 2" Fox level, +1 offset Fuel Assaults, and a 275/60/20 BFG KO2. There's no way I'd be able to get a 275/65/20 without trimming.

 

I just ordered a set of Toyo Open Country M/T 275/65r20. I am installing a 2.5" RC level lift Saturday. I wonder why some have had very minimal trouble with the 275/65r20 while you have difficulties at 275/60r20....Hopefully the install goes smooth. This makes me a bit nervous!

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I just ordered a set of Toyo Open Country M/T 275/65r20. I am installing a 2.5" RC level lift Saturday. I wonder why some have had very minimal trouble with the 275/65r20 while you have difficulties at 275/60r20....Hopefully the install goes smooth. This makes me a bit nervous!

If I had gone with a less aggressive offset, I'm sure I could've gone with a slightly bigger tire. There were two options available for the Fuel Assault wheels, and I went with the more aggressive one.

 

Josh

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If I had gone with a less aggressive offset, I'm sure I could've gone with a slightly bigger tire. There were two options available for the Fuel Assault wheels, and I went with the more aggressive one.

 

Josh

 

Oh, I understand now. I appreciate the explanation!

 

Ok, there's still hope...there's still hope.

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Pictures as promised :)

 

So, at full lock, I'm about 1/2 an inch from rubbing the back, and 2 inches from the front. This is with a 2" Fox level, +1 offset Fuel Assaults, and a 275/60/20 BFG KO2. There's no way I'd be able to get a 275/65/20 without trimming.

Thanks! I would plan on keeping my factory AT wheels and their offset would be different than the Fuel's. I'm assuming I'd have a little more room to play with, with the different offset.

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Thanks! I would plan on keeping my factory AT wheels and their offset would be different than the Fuel's. I'm assuming I'd have a little more room to play with, with the different offset.

Oh I agree. I'm pretty sure there are a few guys on here that went with the 275/65/20 on stock wheels. I believe the offset on the AT wheels is +27.

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Just finished my 2" RC leveling kit.The truck sita 1/4"higher in the back now I just need to get some new tires.

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Thanks! I would plan on keeping my factory AT wheels and their offset would be different than the Fuel's. I'm assuming I'd have a little more room to play with, with the different offset.

I kept stock AT wheels and went 275/65/20 on a 2.5" level. I did rub the carpet wheel liner but after zipties no rub

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Got the front level on and the tires (Toyo Open Country M/T 275/65r20) today. Ran out of time due to family things. Putting the rear blocks on tomorrow!

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Will I have problems with a 20x10 -12 offset wheel on a 2 inch level and 33x12.50 inch tires? I'd even consider a 305/55/20.

 

I've looked through this thread a couple times and I don't know if I've missed the info.

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