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I don't mean to ask stupid questions... But is the billstein setup better than doing an RC kit? Ride was and cost wise? This is my first truck and I'm trying to not screw it up lol. Your truck has the setup I'm looking for!!

 

 

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The issue is it cost more and they are on back order. So you have to factor that in to what you think is better. Guys with bilatein will have to comment more though

 

I have the Bilstein 5100's on my pickup and I haven't noticed much of a difference in the ride quality. The reason that I went with Bilstein over a spacer or extension kit is that I didn't want to be overextending the shocks. If you aren't going to be taking your pickup hunting, offroad, etc. then a spacer or extension kit will work just fine bc they are a little cheaper.

Here is a good explanation. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=2&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCQQFjABahUKEwi6v7Ol_8HHAhXJKYgKHck8BYE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bilsteinus.com%2Ffileadmin%2Fuser_upload%2Fuser_upload_us%2Fpdfs%2FBil_LevShks_WebArticle.pdf&ei=2TLbVfruNMnToATJ-ZSICA&usg=AFQjCNGueTFPLWO0l0qAEsoguP8_ZXYzQQ&sig2=cPnfQV1SGWKigUr4Acl0IQ

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I had mine done at the dealer. I am not sure what kit they used but will find out. I'm sure it's just the front 2 or 2.5 inch. Here's a question I know has been asked,and answered more than once but I can't seem to find it---what size tires can I run now. I really plan on putting at least a 3" (probably go 6") eventually but am couriuos for now what tires I can run with just the leveling kit? I would like some aggression and the largest without rub. Any suggestions or pics of 2014/15 models? Picture is all I have now. I know it not a very good one. post-147413-0-87848800-1440429146_thumb.jpg

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I got the front Coilovers and the rear shocks from http://offroadwarehouse.com

 

Josh

I am looking to Level with Fox Coilovers and go with KO2's on factory AT wheels. How much level did you get out of the coilovers? would you be able to go with a 275/65R20 tire rather than 275/60's?

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I am looking to Level with Fox Coilovers and go with KO2's on factory AT wheels. How much level did you get out of the coilovers? would you be able to go with a 275/65R20 tire rather than 275/60's?

I got exactly 2 inches of lift from them. I was 36.5 up front, and 39.5 in the rear. Now I'm 39.5 front, and 40.5 rear. The extra inch is the bigger tire.

 

I'm not entirely certain if 275/65/20 would work. I didn't stick with the stock wheels and I'm pretty close to rubbing with the 275/60/20 since my new wheels are +1 offset. I'll try and take some pictures tomorrow afternoon to show just how close it is. Hopefully that'll help you.

 

Josh

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I've been reading through this thread for days now. Why doesn't anyone run 285 65 18. I am looking to do this set up with 18 in fuel Maverick +20 with 2in leveling Kit. Will this set up work with none or minimal trimmkng?

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I got exactly 2 inches of lift from them. I was 36.5 up front, and 39.5 in the rear. Now I'm 39.5 front, and 40.5 rear. The extra inch is the bigger tire.

 

I'm not entirely certain if 275/65/20 would work. I didn't stick with the stock wheels and I'm pretty close to rubbing with the 275/60/20 since my new wheels are +1 offset. I'll try and take some pictures tomorrow afternoon to show just how close it is. Hopefully that'll help you.

 

Josh

That would be awesome! Thanks!

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Clucero,

 

Yes it will work fine. I ran 285 65 18 terra grapplers on my 2014 and now I run 275 70 18 BFG ATs on my 2015. The 285 is a little wider but is only about 32.5 inches tall while the 275 is 33.2 inches tall. Both fit fine under a 2.25 pro comp level with no rubbing or trimming. I personally like the look at the 275 better and I saw minimal mpg drop but, that's mostly due to the BFG being lighter than the nitto.

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2" front only Rough Country level installed. Stock Z71 wheels and tires. Took me a little over 2 hours with limited knowledge and tools.

 

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Over the last month I have been "building" my truck. I read EVERY post on this thread. Thanks folks! RCX 2.5" front level only, 20" fuel Mavericks +1 off set, Toyo Open country ATII

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I've been reading through this thread for days now. Why doesn't anyone run 285 65 18. I am looking to do this set up with 18 in fuel Maverick +20 with 2in leveling Kit. Will this set up work with none or minimal trimmkng?

Totally will work. I looked into it as well, but the 285's are more $$$..

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Over the last month I have been "building" my truck. I read EVERY post on this thread. Thanks folks! RCX 2.5" front level only, 20" fuel Mavericks +1 off set, Toyo Open country ATII

What size tires are those? It looks great!

 

 

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Over the last month I have been "building" my truck. I read EVERY post on this thread. Thanks folks! RCX 2.5" front level only, 20" fuel Mavericks +1 off set, Toyo Open country ATII

Any pics down the side? Would love to see how much the tires do or don't stick out with that offset. Deciding between a 0 offset or +18 offset rim

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