2014+ Leveling Kits

HOTdiggityDOG · December 7, 2016

I'm running 305/55/r20 which is the same and no trimming rub a little at full lock turn up or down a driveway that's it and very little

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Cant speak for the stamped control arms on the newer trucks since I've read different things about them. But if you go one page back 227, i just posted pics of my truck. 305/55/20's with no clearance issues whatsoever. At full lock left/right and hold, it barely ( and I mean BARELY) touches the sway bar but no UCA's. The rub is so light I can't even feel it through the steering wheel. Had to force a couple of sharp U-turns then get under the truck to check. And I also heavily contemplated the 295/55's but was very happy i went with the 305's.

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HOTdiggityDOG · December 7, 2016

Anyone help me out on tire size?

2016 GMC Sierra SLT

Stamped Steel Control Arms

Factory 20x9 Wheels - (23220752)

Installed 2.5" Rough Country Lift this weekend, with rear blocks.

I've read through all posts and nothing is clear, tire rubs on one truck but not the other.

I am looking to run Nitto Trail Grappler's 33x12.5x20 (32.76x12.52) or a Nitto Trail Grappler 295x55x20 (32.91x12.52).

Will either of these fit without rub, if rub, how much trimming.

Thanks for any and all suggestions.

Cant speak for the stamped control arms on the newer trucks since I've read different things about them. But if you go one page back 227, i just posted pics of my truck. 305/55/20's with no clearance issues whatsoever. At full lock left/right and hold, it barely ( and I mean BARELY) touches the sway bar but no UCA's. The rub is so light I can't even feel it through the steering wheel. Had to force a couple of sharp U-turns then get under the truck to check. And I also heavily contemplated the 295/55's but was very happy i went with the 305's.

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jimmyboy8301 · December 7, 2016

Anyone help me out on tire size?

2016 GMC Sierra SLT

Stamped Steel Control Arms

Factory 20x9 Wheels - (23220752)

Installed 2.5" Rough Country Lift this weekend, with rear blocks.

I've read through all posts and nothing is clear, tire rubs on one truck but not the other.

I am looking to run Nitto Trail Grappler's 33x12.5x20 (32.76x12.52) or a Nitto Trail Grappler 295x55x20 (32.91x12.52).

Will either of these fit without rub, if rub, how much trimming.

Thanks for any and all suggestions.

Cant speak for the stamped control arms on the newer trucks since I've read different things about them. But if you go one page back 227, i just posted pics of my truck. 305/55/20's with no clearance issues whatsoever. At full lock left/right and hold, it barely ( and I mean BARELY) touches the sway bar but no UCA's. The rub is so light I can't even feel it through the steering wheel. Had to force a couple of sharp U-turns then get under the truck to check. And I also heavily contemplated the 295/55's but was very happy i went with the 305's.

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I have stamped steel and my tires (305/55) rubbed with stock wheels on s Zone 4.5, OBVIOUSLY a lift is quite a bit different from just leveling. However there are other trucks with the same setup running stock wheels so I'm assuming it has something to do with the shape of the stamped steel UCAs.

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disturbedgator · December 8, 2016

so on my 17 if i have stamped control arms its possible i will have rub with a level on stock wheels and tires? dang i wanted to keep this truck simple, just a level and slightly larger tires on stock rims.

asalinasz39 · December 8, 2016

so on my 17 if i have stamped control arms its possible i will have rub with a level on stock wheels and tires? dang i wanted to keep this truck simple, just a level and slightly larger tires on stock rims.

Depends on the tire size and brand. Based on all my readings with a 2.5 level we should be able to run safely a 32.8" x 12.3" with no rub on oem wheels. I should be getting finally my 2.5 level this Saturday installed and plan to run later some federal 33x12.5 r20 m/t. On my stock wheels. Worse case scenerio if i get some rubbing i'll throw some 1/4" or 1/2 wheel spacers. But iam pretty confident i should be fine since the tire specs of the federals fall on the above measurements.

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disturbedgator · December 8, 2016

im looking at the ridge grappler in 305 or 295/70 17. only wanting to do a 2 inch level as well

HOTdiggityDOG · December 8, 2016

Depends on the tire size and brand. Based on all my readings with a 2.5 level we should be able to run safely a 32.8" x 12.3" with no rub on oem wheels. I should be getting finally my 2.5 level this Saturday installed and plan to run later some federal 33x12.5 r20 m/t. On my stock wheels. Worse case scenerio if i get some rubbing i'll throw some 1/4" or 1/2 wheel spacers. But iam pretty confident i should be fine since the tire specs of the federals fall on the above measurements.

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Just a heads up on the spacers, you can read 1000+ reviews on how good and reliable they are and i even thought about it at one point if i ever encountered rubbing. But I have 2 buddies who have ran them, one a 1/2 and the other a 1in, both couldn't stand them. Both complained about incredible wheel shake after the install, and one even had his right/front wheel literally fall off his truck while doing 68mph down the interstate.

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Jaycreek7908 · December 8, 2016

Just a heads up on the spacers, you can read 1000+ reviews on how good and reliable they are and i even thought about it at one point if i ever encountered rubbing. But I have 2 buddies who have ran them, one a 1/2 and the other a 1in, both couldn't stand them. Both complained about incredible wheel shake after the install, and one even had his right/front wheel literally fall off his truck while doing 68mph down the interstate.

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Aye! No bueno lol

Amuro · December 8, 2016

I HAD the RC 2.5 leveling lift kit, factory wheels and tires and yes, my driver side tire did rub on the sway bar. Took it off and shipped it back to them, everything back to factory with no rub. I'm still in search of a better quality lift kit but I will not be purchasing RC stuff again. Those plastic spacer that goes under the struts, they both cracked on both sides. It's plastic! Other then that truck rides perfect but it's stock...

jimmyboy8301 · December 8, 2016

Just a heads up on the spacers, you can read 1000+ reviews on how good and reliable they are and i even thought about it at one point if i ever encountered rubbing. But I have 2 buddies who have ran them, one a 1/2 and the other a 1in, both couldn't stand them. Both complained about incredible wheel shake after the install, and one even had his right/front wheel literally fall off his truck while doing 68mph down the interstate.

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Were they running hub/lug centric like bora or cheap ones?

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Waaazooo · December 8, 2016

Just a heads up on the spacers, you can read 1000+ reviews on how good and reliable they are and i even thought about it at one point if i ever encountered rubbing. But I have 2 buddies who have ran them, one a 1/2 and the other a 1in, both couldn't stand them. Both complained about incredible wheel shake after the install, and one even had his right/front wheel literally fall off his truck while doing 68mph down the interstate.

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If a spacer causes vibration it's likely one of two things, either non-hubcentric or there is a small rock or debris in between one of the two mounting pads. If there are thousands of successful stories and you know of two that's a 99.998% success rate

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Korazu · December 9, 2016

Hello all.

I am somewhat new to customizing a truck as I've had my 2015 Chevy Silverado LTZ Crew Cab for just under 2 years and have only done a couple cosmetic things to it. Finding this forum has not been in the best interest of my wallet! LOL

After doing some extensive reading on this topic, I think I have decided to get the RC 2.5" kit but I haven't to decided if I want to keep the 2" blocks or go to 3" as I'd still like to keep some of the rake of the truck. I have also started looking into tires as mine are close to needing to be changed anyways and right now I have my eyes on the following (in the below order of preference):

Cooper Zeon LTZ All-Season Tire - 275/60R20
Cooper Zeon LTZ All-Season Tire - 285/50R20
Nitto Terra Grappler G2 Tire 285/50R20
Cooper DiscovererHT Plus Tire 285/50R20

They will continue to be on my stock 20" in rims as cash flow isn't enough yet to get other rims.

Please let me know if I am on the right track or any concerns you see with what I am proposing. Thanks for everyone's insight and help.

asalinasz39 · December 9, 2016

Question for all the leveled trucks with 4x4. Have you guys dropped the differential to alleviate cv angles and avoid some premature wear. Or if not then how many miles have you put on your rig with no diff spacers.

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quise2024 · December 9, 2016

Anyone here with a zone offroad 2" level

Northernmoris · December 9, 2016

I'm in the middle of installing motofab 2.5" upper strut kit. I have the spacer on but after turning the strut assembly 180° to remount it the angle on the bottom strut is way off from the lower arm. Can I do the other side and just switch strut from driver to passenger side?