Torsion Bar Keys for Front Leveling

gmollica · June 30, 2017

I have read several of the threads on this site that talk about front strut mount extension lifts, but I am looking for options and recommendation for Torsion Bar Key based leveling solutions for my 2016 GMC All Terrain 2500 HD Duramax. I was told by one off-road suspension company that with the 2" Torsion Bar lift, I can get 295/60 20 (MT) or 295/65 20 (AT) tires on may stock rims (20" Denali). From what I understand, these tires are roughly 35". On my last 2005 Sierra 2500 HD, I had BFG KO AT 285/75 16 and with the stock torsion bars cranked to their max, these ~33" still rubbed when backing up in a tight turn. Can it be true that I might be able to get ~35" under this truck with just the 2" torsion bar leveling? I am looking at SkyJacker's or SuspensionMAXX MAXXCam 5 Leveling Kits.

SMiller · July 3, 2017

35's will fit no problem, don't waste your money on a leveling kit, just crank the bars up and get a allingment. Keys and leveling kit are a waste of money and do nothing.

These are 35x12.5's with just cranked bars, no rubbing.

rocnrol · July 5, 2017

x2, 35's on factory 18's, cranked factory keys

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fjtort2 · July 5, 2017

35's will fit no problem, don't waste your money on a leveling kit, just crank the bars up and get a allingment. Keys and leveling kit are a waste of money and do nothing.

These are 35x12.5's with just cranked bars, no rubbing.

What tires are those SMiller? Toyo R/T?

SMiller · July 5, 2017

What tires are those SMiller? Toyo R/T?

Yes Sir.

gmollica · July 6, 2017

Thanks for the replies. Do those 35's equate to 295/60 or 295/65?

SMiller · July 6, 2017

Thanks for the replies. Do those 35's equate to 295/60 or 295/65?

Those 35's are actual 35x12.5x18's.

If you want actual tire measurements I would use tirerack as each tire is much different.

MotionMan · July 13, 2017

This is leveled with keys and shock extenders. The tires are 285.65.20, basically the same as a 295. You can see the clearance is very good and I never rub.nothing was done to the rear, front is not cranked up to the max. It drives just like stock.

Skeld · July 13, 2017

MotionMan, on 12 Jul 2017 - 11:36 PM, said:
This is leveled with keys and shock extenders. The tires are 285.65.20, basically the same as a 295. You can see the clearance is very good and I never rub.nothing was done to the rear, front is not cranked up to the max. It drives just like stock.

Do you get much bump steer, or did you before aligning?