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I have literally installed dozens of upper and lower spacers and never had to pop a BJ yet, 15 minutes a side from jack going up to jack coming down, all you need to do is remove the swaybar link nut and pry the UCA down with a bar. And why are you guys paying so much for spacers, buy the elcheapo aluminum jobs from Summit, less than 50 bucks for a 1/2 inch upper and 1/2 inch lower will get you 2 inches of lift.

Come over to Erie, PA next spring and install mine then lol. Case of brew in it for ya!

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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.  

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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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Okay, so I've been reading all these replies and making a pros/con list. The only thing I can't figure out is what everyone is doing with their old tires. Not saying my tires are old, I have 5500 miles on mine. But I don't understand everyone adding their level kits and adding new tires. Mine are factory tires, and I'd like to add a level kit and new tires too, definitely something more aggressive than factory, but my budget isn't that big. After all there's a bun cooking in the oven and it's suppose to be ready next month. Can't be spending all this money, the Mrs. will not be happy about that. Any advice?

 

 

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Okay, so I've been reading all these replies and making a pros/con list. The only thing I can't figure out is what everyone is doing with their old tires. Not saying my tires are old, I have 5500 miles on mine. But I don't understand everyone adding their level kits and adding new tires. Mine are factory tires, and I'd like to add a level kit and new tires too, definitely something more aggressive than factory, but my budget isn't that big. After all there's a bun cooking in the oven and it's suppose to be ready next month. Can't be spending all this money, the Mrs. will not be happy about that. Any advice?

 

 

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I plan to level mine and keep the stock tires for a while given that wife and I are planning and a new baby too. I saw some federal couragia mt 33x12.5 that seem temping to order from walmart for $823 total and site to store. But still not sure since i already added an $800/month on my new 2017

 

 

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Come over to Erie, PA next spring and install mine then lol. Case of brew in it for ya!

 

:driving: Your welcome to come here, I won't be buying beer though I am a Crown drinker.

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Okay, so I've been reading all these replies and making a pros/con list. The only thing I can't figure out is what everyone is doing with their old tires. Not saying my tires are old, I have 5500 miles on mine. But I don't understand everyone adding their level kits and adding new tires. Mine are factory tires, and I'd like to add a level kit and new tires too, definitely something more aggressive than factory, but my budget isn't that big. After all there's a bun cooking in the oven and it's suppose to be ready next month. Can't be spending all this money, the Mrs. will not be happy about that. Any advice?

 

 

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I am picking up a set of factory wheels this week for my stock OEM tires and will run them in the summer, that way my Duratracs will last a good long time, I removed my rear block to level the truck out, I am good with not being the tallest truck in the mall parking lot. I run the Dura's because I do 100 mile work commute every day regardless of the weather. 2016goodyear3.jpg

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Okay, so I've been reading all these replies and making a pros/con list. The only thing I can't figure out is what everyone is doing with their old tires. Not saying my tires are old, I have 5500 miles on mine. But I don't understand everyone adding their level kits and adding new tires. Mine are factory tires, and I'd like to add a level kit and new tires too, definitely something more aggressive than factory, but my budget isn't that big. After all there's a bun cooking in the oven and it's suppose to be ready next month. Can't be spending all this money, the Mrs. will not be happy about that. Any advice?

 

 

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I was planning on running my stock tires after my level and I did for about 2 weeks until my truck slid sideways in the rain after a left turn. I didn't accelerate fast or anything like that. This usually wouldn't bother me but my 6 month old daughter was with me. So I decided to get new tires. Discount Tire even gave me $200 for my stock tires. It's not much but it helps. Plus I didn't have to bother with selling them myself on Craigslist. The stock tires wet traction sucks, and forget about any type of mud. I'm happier with my new tires. Yeah they look good, but I feel like my truck is safer for my kid.

 

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I see 33" tires on Craigslist and Facebook groups for 250-300 all the time. If that's your desire and want to stay in the good graces with the wife. Buy the gently used tires and sell your oem tires for almost an even swap.

 

 

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Okay, so I've been reading all these replies and making a pros/con list. The only thing I can't figure out is what everyone is doing with their old tires. Not saying my tires are old, I have 5500 miles on mine. But I don't understand everyone adding their level kits and adding new tires. Mine are factory tires, and I'd like to add a level kit and new tires too, definitely something more aggressive than factory, but my budget isn't that big. After all there's a bun cooking in the oven and it's suppose to be ready next month. Can't be spending all this money, the Mrs. will not be happy about that. Any advice?

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Well... money talks, right? My truck came with Duratracs (Midnight edition Silverado) I didn't like them, but to what you are asking I wanted a slightly larger tire. I upgratwd to a 285/65 on the stock 18". I paid I think $250 or so for a RC front level kit... didn't touch the back. Personally I love it, not too jacked up but not stock. I sold my Duratracs to supplement the cost of the new tires. But yes, people get rid of new tires because that's not what they want.

 

Some places will take trade in like Discount tires, but your best bet is to sell them on Facebook, Craigslist or where ever.

 

As far as a suggestion... if you want to do something... and have the cash (or save up) get a level kit first... stock tires wont look too bad until you can afford the tires you want.

 

nut at the end of the day... a new baby is more important than replacing a perfectly good set of tires (if you can't afford both)

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Well... money talks, right? My truck came with Duratracs (Midnight edition Silverado) I didn't like them, but to what you are asking I wanted a slightly larger tire. I upgratwd to a 285/65 on the stock 18". I paid I think $250 or so for a RC front level kit... didn't touch the back. Personally I love it, not too jacked up but not stock. I sold my Duratracs to supplement the cost of the new tires. But yes, people get rid of new tires because that's not what they want.

 

Some places will take trade in like Discount tires, but your best bet is to sell them on Facebook, Craigslist or where ever.

 

As far as a suggestion... if you want to do something... and have the cash (or save up) get a level kit first... stock tires wont look too bad until you can afford the tires you want.

 

nut at the end of the day... a new baby is more important than replacing a perfectly good set of tires (if you can't afford both)

You hit it on the nail! Totally agree

 

 

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Wish wish wish it didn't take much to fit my old 295/70/18's under the 14 Silverado. I just don't wanna have to cut crossmember and/or front diff

Are they trail graps or terra graps?

There is a guy on here with a 2015 sierra all terrain running method +18 wheels and 295/70/18 terra grapplers on a 2" level with only felt liner trimming.

There is also a guy running trail grapplers that size on the same wheels with a 2.5" level and small body lift that did fender liner trimming as well.

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I know this is 14's and up but here is a level and larger tires on a 2009 Silverado LTZ. 2.5" RC level front w/2" rear block. 305/55R20 Toyo Open Country AT2. Only minor liner rub in reverse with wheels cut about half way. Great face lift for my truck.

 

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skennel23 Enthusiast

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Anyone running the rough country 2.5" level with stamped steel arms? I am wondering how much the preload spacer affects the ride

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Aldila

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Anyone that's running a level on a 2wd crew cab, did it give designate lift height. I'm wondering if it have specified amount on a 2wd or it lifted more since 2wd is lighter? I had this happen on a tundra and trying to decided if I need 2 or 2.5 leveling for sierra.

Jaycreek7908 Enthusiast

Jaycreek7908

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Are they trail graps or terra graps?

There is a guy on here with a 2015 sierra all terrain running method +18 wheels and 295/70/18 terra grapplers on a 2" level with only felt liner trimming.

There is also a guy running trail grapplers that size on the same wheels with a 2.5" level and small body lift that did fender liner trimming as well.

They were Cooper ST Maxx.

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