Will 285/65R20 tires rub after I install the Bilstein front 1.85"

PEBsCheV · April 1, 2015

Hi, I just ordered the Bilstein front adjustable shocks (1.85" front lift) to level the truck and be able to put a bigger tire and was wondering if anyone knew if the BFGoodrich KO2 (LT285/65R20) All-Terrain tire would be okay or would it rub when turning? Any input would be great. Thanks!

BBRU · April 1, 2015

My brother in law has a 2" level and he's running 275-65-20 Terra grapplers with no rubbing. As long as you keep the factory rims, you should be ok.

high country · April 1, 2015

I think a 33 on stock wheels will rub on full lock backing up. Goodrich says they are 34.5 ya their going to rub all the time and man 454 msrp a tire is a huge price, you will need at least a 6 inch lift to fit them imo.

BBRU · April 1, 2015

There is numerous guys on here running those tires with 2"-2.5" level kits with no issues. A 6" lift isn't needed, the real issue will be if he goes with aftermarket rims with a negative offset over stock. As stated in my previous post, my BOL's truck has a 2" level with these tires and have he has no rubbing issues.

diggman08 · April 2, 2015

it depends really. Do you want the tires up in the fender wells. or do you want more space between. I am most likely going with the same tires, and after research. it looks likes a 3.5-4" lift is IDEAL for this tire size. it looks the best IMO. I think a 275/65 or 275/60 is better suited for a 2-2.5" lift.

just my opinion.

PEBsCheV · April 2, 2015

Thanks for all the input. I curtently have the KO2 (275/55R20) on my stock rims without the lift and have no issues. I just find the tires a bit to small! LOL! My buddy put the same Bilstein front lift on his Tundra and put the bfg KO on with no issues and said that they would fit on mine but might need to trim the inner fender. Im not a fan of doing that... so i have the Bilstein on the way and was really hoping that on my STOCK rims just fit the bigest

PEBsCheV · April 2, 2015

tire. either 285/60r20 or 285/65r20. they are expensive but look good and have the snow flake on which is needed in some areas i live in. thanks again for all your input, I will take all into consideration.

PEBsCheV · April 2, 2015

i should probably mention that this truck is not going off roading anytime soon... lol.. just for looks at the moment.

high country · April 2, 2015

Cool,make sure you post some pictures and give us feedback on if the clear or not, I'd be interested to see how much room you have.

PEBsCheV · April 3, 2015

thx. i will

PEBsCheV · April 19, 2015

Well... it worked! i will post some pictures soon. the only time it rubs is if i have the wheels to the left full lock and reversing. Rubs just a bit. i will pull back the fender liner and it will be good! just thought I'd share in case someone was wondering!

Ten7 · April 21, 2015

We need pics! My truck is still on order but my 2" quick lifts should be here tomorrow and I was wanting the same tires. Extra credit for some pics straight on from the front and rear.