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Looking at doing a RC 2.5" level and getting tires. I would like to maintain some rake so should i get a 3" block for the rear? Does that require longer shocks then?

 

Can I get a 295/55 trail grappler to fit with no rub? I am keeping stock wheels because I really like em.

 

Also the boat might sag the back end a bit and that looks extremely stupid is anyone running airbags yet?

 

Thanks for any help in advance for this new member.

 

I searched this board for two days and it answered some questions but not all. Pic of truck and boat is below.

 

 

 

 

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cobrajet84 Senior Enthusiast

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i'd suggest 3" blocks with a 2.5" level. It will have a little less than factory rake as i did the 2.25' level and 3" blocks on my 07 and pretty much have factory rake. Not sure on shocks, but i got shock extensions just incase when i did mine as i didnt want to put new shocks on at the time.

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Thats the kit I have. Check out my albums

 

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Full Lock Enthusiast

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Check out the level kit thread fondupot posted.

 

And 2.25" blocks with a 2.5" front level will leave ya with about the same rake you have stock. The RC F&R kit should get ya what you're looking for. A 3" block would be too much rake IMO

 

Check this thread for tire info

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/161228-post-your-2014-wheeltire-set-up/

Pezman38 Enthusiast

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Lots of info here man. http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/153363-2014-leveling-kits/

 

welcome to the forums.

 

This was the thread I searched for a couple days and I would read a guy with 305/55 tires with 0 rubbing, then see another post of a 295/55 that rubbed. So I just started this thread to remove some of my confusion.

 

Right now I am leaning 2.5" RC kit with a 3" block and extensions if RC sells them. I would then put on some 275/65 Bridgestone At Revos because i loved them on my avalanche prior and they are a great performing tire about 5-600 less than nitto, toyo, or duratrac.

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I have the same set up and do a fair amount of towing. I did add the 3" blocks in the rear. I also took the airbags if my F150 just have not put them on. In addition I went ahead and replaced my shocks w the pro comp 9000 series, the struts are on back order. I'm also running 285/65/20 until my new shoes come in. The shocks made a huge difference and it didn't seem to top out over bumps. Love them

 

I will take a pic in a bit and post

 

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Pezman38 Enthusiast

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Appreciate everyone sharing on here and helping me make a decision.

 

I have the 2.5" RC Level on the way and for the time being just doing the 2" block. If I don't like it I will get the 3" and some new shocks for the rear.

 

Going with 275/65R20 goodyear duratracs mostly because they were a bit cheaper than nitto and toyo and people seem to really like them.

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I have the 2.5" installed with the 2" block. I really like the look right now. I wonder what kind of sag i'll get towing my boat. Might have to get some air bags to keep that from happening.

 

Here is a cell phone pic in the rain.

 

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I have the 2.5" installed with the 2" block. I really like the look right now. I wonder what kind of sag i'll get towing my boat. Might have to get some air bags to keep that from happening.

 

Here is a cell phone pic in the rain.

 

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One of the best looking AT's I've seen. I guess I know what I am going with now.

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