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Hey guys, question about wheel and tire fit. I've got a '14 Silverado double cab w/ max trailering pckg, 4x4. I have the RC 2" Level installed, and am wanting to order rims and tires. My main concern is wheel offset. From what I've read throughout the thread, I should be able to run 275/65/20 with minor rubbing, how big of a concern is wheel offset? I'm looking at a variety of different rims ranging from -0- to 35 offset.

 

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

 

Will post better quality pictures later next week once I get my wheel/tire dilemma solved.

 

Thanks again.

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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
Saleenpowr

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
FH212

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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Adam Winston Daniels

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Anyone with the RC 2.5 kit doing alignments after the install? Im hopefully going to install mine soon, just wanted to know if i needed to schedule a apt to get a alignment done.

440hsp Enthusiast

440hsp

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I was told that you have to do an alignment because you're changing the geometry of the truck.

 

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MK4TDI Enthusiast

MK4TDI

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Anyone with the RC 2.5 kit doing alignments after the install? Im hopefully going to install mine soon, just wanted to know if i needed to schedule a apt to get a alignment done.

If you want your steering wheel to be straight and not wear out your tires in a couple hundred miles, yes you need an alignment, with any leveling kit.

 

I can't believe this question still gets asked.

 

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Adam Winston Daniels Enthusiast

Adam Winston Daniels

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If you want your steering wheel to be straight and not wear out your tires in a couple hundred miles, yes you need an alignment, with any leveling kit.

I can't believe this question still gets asked.

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The condescending attitude isn't needed, but thanks for the reply.
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MK4TDI Enthusiast

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The condescending attitude isn't needed, but thanks for the reply.

Haha. Well neither is your incompetence, makes us even then. [emoji106] [emoji106]

 

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mkenum79 Enthusiast

mkenum79

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Just pulled the trigger on a 2.5 RC leveling kit. Hopefully will have in on in a couple of weeks.

tyrich88 Enthusiast

tyrich88

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Haha. Well neither is your incompetence, makes us even then. [emoji106] [emoji106]

 

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There was probably a point when you didn't know that... give the guy a little slack.

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I have the 2.5" Rough Country coming in the mail this week. Trying to decide on tires now. I was pretty set on 275/65/20 Toyo MTs for a while, but am starting to look at other options now. The Toyo RT and BFG KO2 are catching my eye. The KO2 comes in a 285/65/20. Not sure if it would fit. It says it is about 34.5" tall.

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I have the 2.5" Rough Country coming in the mail this week. Trying to decide on tires now. I was pretty set on 275/65/20 Toyo MTs for a while, but am starting to look at other options now. The Toyo RT and BFG KO2 are catching my eye. The KO2 comes in a 285/65/20. Not sure if it would fit. It says it is about 34.5" tall.

The Toyo M/T 275/65/20 is 34.5x11.0

The KO2 285/65/20 is 34.5x11.5 I believe.

Many have said that the 275/65/20 will fit with just the smallest of rubbing which is easily trimmed or pulled away to prevent it. The 285/65 would probably fit, just most likely cause more rubbing.

That being said I am in the same spot as you are. I looked and found that the 275/65/20 was perfect for me in the nitto trail grappler, but then I started to think of different options. Let me know what you decide, and also post pics.

ClemsonFan Enthusiast

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The Toyo M/T 275/65/20 is 34.5x11.0

The KO2 285/65/20 is 34.5x11.5 I believe.

Many have said that the 275/65/20 will fit with just the smallest of rubbing which is easily trimmed or pulled away to prevent it. The 285/65 would probably fit, just most likely cause more rubbing.

That being said I am in the same spot as you are. I looked and found that the 275/65/20 was perfect for me in the nitto trail grappler, but then I started to think of different options. Let me know what you decide, and also post pics.

I believe the 275/65/20 Toyo MTs are closer to 34.1". The weight of the Toyo MTs is also a drawback for me.

 

The Nitto Trail Grappler looks good, but I don't think they last as long as other tires.

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I have the 2.5" Rough Country coming in the mail this week. Trying to decide on tires now. I was pretty set on 275/65/20 Toyo MTs for a while, but am starting to look at other options now. The Toyo RT and BFG KO2 are catching my eye. The KO2 comes in a 285/65/20. Not sure if it would fit. It says it is about 34.5" tall.

I just got some BFG KO2's in a 275/70/18 and love them so far. They're a 33.2" tall tire i believe and I have the 2" RC level with no issues whatsoever.

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I think I'm going to try the toyo rt's once I have the level installed.

 

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Rwood1 Enthusiast

Rwood1

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Wanting a leveling kit for my 2015 and didn't know what I should go with 2" or 2.5". Also with a 2.5" do you have to go with blocks in the back and if so would it void your warranty?

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Just installed a 2" Motofab level. Loving it so far, gets an alignment tomorrow morning.

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