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Sierra Jon Enthusiast

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Has anyone done a 2" in the front and 2" blocks in the back? I would like to keep some rake to it and thinking about getting the kit from motofab. Just wondering if anyone had pics of it done and quality of the kit. Thanks

I too wanted some rake because I tow. Overall I think I lost about 3/4"-1" of rake. I have the 2" Motofab kit and the quality has been great/no issues. Not much to it but you do need to drop the ball joint for the Motofab kit. I have hellwig 987 helper springs as well.

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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
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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 too wanted some rake because I tow. Overall I think I lost about 3/4"-1" of rake. I have the 2" Motofab kit and the quality has been great/no issues. Not much to it but you do need to drop the ball joint for the Motofab kit. I have hellwig 987 helper springs as well.

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Nice looking truck, did you add the 2" blocks in the rear?

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I too wanted some rake because I tow. Overall I think I lost about 3/4"-1" of rake. I have the 2" Motofab kit and the quality has been great/no issues. Not much to it but you do need to drop the ball joint for the Motofab kit. I have hellwig 987 helper springs as well.

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Sierra Jon Enthusiast

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Nice looking truck, did you add the 2" blocks?

Thanks! Yes I did

 

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Man there are some sharp looking trucks with just the leveled system. I plan on doing a 2.5" front with a 3" rear block. Just don't quite know what I want to run for wheels and tires yet.

 

Havok H109s 20x10's or 20's GMC Sierra Stockers...

Man, I like those GMC wheels, they're nice!

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Yeah me too! just waiting on a few things then ordering my leveling kit and tires and wheels.

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Waaazooo

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Last question what size tires are you running

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Man there are some sharp looking trucks with just the leveled system. I plan on doing a 2.5" front with a 3" rear block. Just don't quite know what I want to run for wheels and tires yet.

 

Havok H109s 20x10's or 20's GMC Sierra Stockers...

Im a fan of the GM Wheels :thumbs: ... actually I'm considering getting a set myself!

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Hey guys! So I know this is probably one of the most covered topics of all but I'm hoping to find a little more info on wheel/tire fittment with a leveling kit. At this point I'm leaning towards the RC 2" front level for now. I have set of 17x9s picked out because I like more tire and less wheel. I've read through this thread till I was blue in the face and couldn't find much of an answer. I'm trying to decide between 0 or -12 offset and then also between 285/70's and 295/70's. Just wondering if anybody with experience with these sizes could chime in if possible so I can't get these wheels and tires coming. I found a ton of info on stock wheels but not as on wheels with these specs. The -12 offset wheels with 295/70 would be best case scenario for me but I'm guessing 0 offset carries less of a chance of rubbing? Thanks in advance for any and all input guys!

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Hey guys! So I know this is probably one of the most covered topics of all but I'm hoping to find a little more info on wheel/tire fittment with a leveling kit. At this point I'm leaning towards the RC 2" front level for now. I have set of 17x9s picked out because I like more tire and less wheel. I've read through this thread till I was blue in the face and couldn't find much of an answer. I'm trying to decide between 0 or -12 offset and then also between 285/70's and 295/70's. Just wondering if anybody with experience with these sizes could chime in if possible so I can't get these wheels and tires coming. I found a ton of info on stock wheels but not as on wheels with these specs. The -12 offset wheels with 295/70 would be best case scenario for me but I'm guessing 0 offset carries less of a chance of rubbing? Thanks in advance for any and all input guys!

several people on here run 0 offset 17's with 295/70/17 Toyo RT's and dont have any problems. It will work. I dont know for a fact, but I would almost guarantee that -12 offset with those tires will rub... sticks too far out.

I would do 0 offset and the 295s... i think you'll be happy you did.

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Thanks for the input! I was hoping somebody on here was running a -12 with not too much rubbing. I'm ok with a little bit of wheel well trimming or pulling back. I've been scrolling through customwheeloffset.com and found a 2014 with 3" motofab front level running the exact setup I mentioned and claims no rubbing or trimming. I think the 3" level is a little too much for the front end but did find a 2.5" from motofab so I've decided on that now. Any thoughts on this?

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Removed the RC 2 in level and installed Bilstein 5100 all around with the front set at the highest setting.14b2b255671860c5f92c49611a4da9a3.jpg

 

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Removed the RC 2 in level and installed Bilstein 5100 all around with the front set at the highest setting.14b2b255671860c5f92c49611a4da9a3.jpg

 

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Why did you remove the kit? Was the ride that bad?

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Removed the RC 2 in level and installed Bilstein 5100 all around with the front set at the highest setting.14b2b255671860c5f92c49611a4da9a3.jpg

 

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Very Nice Looking Ride Bud... What are the Wheel and Tire Specs... Thanks in Advance..

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