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I spent several weeks on this forum deciding what wheel and tire combo for new 2016 5.3L LS and went with 20x9 MotoMetal 970's +18 offset with Nitto Grappler G2 305/55-20's (the lighter LT version) after installing Bilstein 5100's at highest (1.85") adjustment to level front as opposed to going with cheaper level kits that can potentially cause front end suspension premature wear. I've run over 1000 miles and tested full lock on both sides in both forward and reverse. I can positively tell you this configuration is unbeatable! No rub (I did tie back the inside of the rear wheel liners to get about 3/4" more space at closest point). Ride with 40lbs in tires is excellent. Tires are very quiet, no tire road noise in cab at any speed, very quiet with windows down as well.

 

 

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I'm in... Man I need some new pics if rain would stop messing up my truck ha   305/65 18x9.-12  

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Mounted!     18-inch Method Mesh wheels, 275/70/18 BFG All Terrain tires, and a 2.5-inch RC level (front only). Zero rubbing, zero road noise, nice traction on and off road, and no wobbly street

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Fuel Maverick 20x9 +20 Nitto Trail Grappler 295/55R20 Rough Country 2.5" Leveling Kit No rubbing or trimming        

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Realized photo was same as avatar... Here's another

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Robinson99 Enthusiast

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I'm torn between the Toyo RT and the Nitto Ridge Grappler as of late. Like, the design of the Toyo really catches my eye, but the siping of the Nitto gives me the impression that it'd probably be a slightly "safer" tire in wet conditions. Trying to shop by price really hasn't helped me much, as there is only a $10-20 difference for a set. I know there aren't many people running the Ridge Grapplers yet but what would y'all's take on my "dilemma"?

By now you may have already made a decision. I was in your shoes not long ago. I choose the Ridge Grapplers because I knew not many people had them. Actually I think I was one of the first on this site to run them.

I really like them, they perform great and they look really aggressive. I'm very happy with them.

 

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Is your truck 2WD? I am wondering because I have a similar setup (20x10 -24 fuel nutz w/ 305/55 mud terrains) and I barely rubbed in reverse before I did any trimming. After I trimmed the plastic and zip tied the fender liners back, no rubbing at all.

 

Regardless, that combo looks awesome on black. I almost went with the same wheels but a friend of mine got them on her dodge so I picked something else.

 

My truck is 2wd.,When I pull back felt, full turn lock, my tire barely cleared the metal. On mine zip tie wouldn't have done much. I was stuck between the Fuel Maverick D538 (black with machine accent) & D537 (machine face with black lip. Went with 538 and just ordered some Anzo ubar headlights in black. Will be putting HID bulbs in low beams. Swapping out my all chrome grill for chrome with black overlay and black bow tie. Ill be switching out the gold tail gate bow tie to black as well. (the little things, ha). Choosing these black rims gave me a few more ideas. I'll post a pic when installed.

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Is your truck 2WD? I am wondering because I have a similar setup (20x10 -24 fuel nutz w/ 305/55 mud terrains) and I barely rubbed in reverse before I did any trimming. After I trimmed the plastic and zip tied the fender liners back, no rubbing at all.

 

Regardless, that combo looks awesome on black. I almost went with the same wheels but a friend of mine got them on her dodge so I picked something else.

 

My truck is 2wd.,When I pull back felt, full turn lock, my tire barely cleared the metal. On mine zip tie wouldn't have done much. I was stuck between the Fuel Maverick D538 (black with machine accent) & D537 (machine face with black lip. Went with 538 and just ordered some Anzo ubar headlights in black. Will be putting HID bulbs in low beams. Swapping out my all chrome grill for chrome with black overlay and black bow tie. Ill be switching out the gold tail gate bow tie to black as well. (the little things, ha). Choosing these rims gave me a few more ideas. I'll post a pic when installed.

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My truck is 2wd.,When I pull back felt, full turn lock, my tire barely cleared the metal. On mine zip tie wouldn't have done much. I was stuck between the Fuel Maverick D538 (black with machine accent) & D537 (machine face with black lip. Went with 538 and just ordered some Anzo ubar headlights in black. Will be putting HID bulbs in low beams. Swapping out my all chrome bumper for chrome with black. Choosing these rims gave me a few more ideas. I'll post a pic when installed.

 

Boltman,

 

I would do some research before installing HID bulbs that you don't melt your lenses.

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Boltman,

 

I would do some research before installing HID bulbs that you don't melt your lenses.

 

The Anzo are already setup with H7 but lots of reviews say they aren't very bright. Just doing a swap (pug and play) to better ones. Several videos on YouTube have guys doing it on those headlights. I'll definitely research some more in regards to that happening. Thanks for the heads up.

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By now you may have already made a decision. I was in your shoes not long ago. I choose the Ridge Grapplers because I knew not many people had them. Actually I think I was one of the first on this site to run them.

I really like them, they perform great and they look really aggressive. I'm very happy with them.

 

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I honestly haven't yet. I don't intend to purchase tires until late summer/early fall, but I'd like to have a concrete decision before then. It's definitely not urgent at all, but I'd rather do the "research" early. I assume you have the 5.3? How much (if any) would you say the drive train has to work to get the 12 ply f-rated tire to get moving??

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Anyone on here running any 305/65/18 tires?

Wondering how they fit.

 

Jlm02a3094 does. He has a BDS 4" lift with the FOX upgrade. 305/65/18 BFG KO2 wrapped around Fuel Cleavers with -12 offset. States there is minor rubbing. He did not trim anything.

 

spurshot runs 305/60/18 on a 1.5 level with no rubbing. Cooper ST Maxx tires on OEM wheels.

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I honestly haven't yet. I don't intend to purchase tires until late summer/early fall, but I'd like to have a concrete decision before then. It's definitely not urgent at all, but I'd rather do the "research" early. I assume you have the 5.3? How much (if any) would you say the drive train has to work to get the 12 ply f-rated tire to get moving??

I do have the 5.3. I wouldn't say I noticed any stress on the truck when I switched tires.

My gas mileage is another story, I now average about 16 mpg. I was getting closer to 19 mpg stock pre level and 33" tires.

I'm not complaining, I'm very happy with my truck.

 

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I do have the 5.3. I wouldn't say I noticed any stress on the truck when I switched tires.

My gas mileage is another story, I now average about 16 mpg. I was getting closer to 19 mpg stock pre level and 33" tires.

I'm not complying, I'm very happy with my truck.

 

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Thanks for the information.

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Jlm02a3094 does. He has a BDS 4" lift with the FOX upgrade. 305/65/18 BFG KO2 wrapped around Fuel Cleavers with -12 offset. States there is minor rubbing. He did not trim anything.

 

spurshot runs 305/60/18 on a 1.5 level with no rubbing. Cooper ST Maxx tires on OEM wheels.

I may be wrong but i think spurshot is running 305/60/18s

Cooper doesnt make a 305/65 in that size.

I thought about the 305/60's but want the extra height of the 65s

I'm only on a level though, so Just wondering if anyone has run these yet with just a level.

 

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