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I talked to the installer today. He said with the Zone body lift he had to cut the frame to raise the rear bumper. Is that true ? That's why he didn't do it.

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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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I talked to the installer today. He said with the Zone body lift he had to cut the frame to raise the rear bumper. Is that true ? That's why he didn't do it.

I didn't have to cut anything on the rear except maybe an 1"x.25" notch over the bar for the spare tire so it could lift high enough to fit in bumper still Edited by z71 chevy
JimmyJ_123 Enthusiast

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Thanks that's what the instructions said but I couldn't call him out on it. till I was sure thanks again.

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tsdrumm Enthusiast

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I guess my thought was that since there is a 3.5" lift from RC that only replaces the upper control arms (just a better ball joint is my guess) and everything else is the same with spacers and a diff drop...

The Arms in the RC 3.5" kit help with the ball joint angles and droop stop issue but that is it. Tie rods and lcas will still be maxed out. If you look on the forums there is a long track record of that kit causing premature front end wear.

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nando87 Enthusiast

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Here are some better pics, 2" RC w/ 33x12.50r18 tires

 

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Rawyzf Senior Enthusiast

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Just got home from getting the truck leveled.

 

2" Rough Country Level. Stock wheels and 275/55/20 tires.

 

Now the hunt for 275/60/20 starts, or maybe 305/55/20.

 

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jeffsig Enthusiast

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Just got home from getting the truck leveled.

 

2" Rough Country Level. Stock wheels and 275/55/20 tires.

 

Now the hunt for 275/60/20 starts, or maybe 305/55/20.

 

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Looks good!

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Rawyzf Senior Enthusiast

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Looks good!

Thank you.

 

Now, besides the obvious need for larger tires, I am torn on what to do to push the wheels out some.

 

I can either run a 1/4" spacer (which will probably net in not much for looks), or run a 1.5" spacer/adaptor (which will probably net in sandblasting the side of the truck, as that would put the wheels ideallly the same as a 20x9 -12 would).

 

Last option, get new wheels/tires in a 20x9 +0 offset (or something in that range).

jeffsig Enthusiast

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Offsetting will make it look even badder no matter which option you choose.

 

Did you do an alignment after the level?

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Rawyzf Senior Enthusiast

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Offsetting will make it look even badder no matter which option you choose.

 

Did you do an alignment after the level?

Sitting at the local alignment shop right now.

 

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Has anybody done the 2.5" RC level kit but instead of using the rear blocks, taken the factory block out and putting in an add-a-leaf? I have a 15 crew cab z71

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Here are the wheels, more pics below of the level.

 

 

 

Any issues with 275/60 R20 vs 275/55 R20 with chevy dealers? Any threats of voiding warranty, etc.?

Railroad Guy Enthusiast

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I have a gmc with 285/60/20 tires with 20x9 aftermarket rims with a level kit on it I haven't had any problems at the dealership I take it too for any warranty work done. But the dealership I take it too sells alot of lifted trucks so I don't know if that makes a difference or not

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I am going to do the 2.5" RC lift soon (1.25 RC body lift later this year). I would rather have the dealership I bought the truck from do my alignment. Is about 20 miles too far or not an issue.

 

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