Another wheel/tire question for 3 inch lift

jordanl010 · September 17, 2019

Hey All,

Just ordered some Icon coilovers for my 2019 Sierra that have adjustable height of 1.5-3.5" of height. I also have a 2 inch rear lift block in my garage.

Now the next thing I need to do is decide on my wheels and tires deciding between a 20 inch wheel or 18 inch wheel because I sometimes really like the look of the smaller wheel with more tire. Looking at minimum of 34" of height ideally..

I really dont want to rub or do major trimming but I also dont want something that'd look to small for a lift that'd go up to 3.5 inches. I like the look of the wider stance and not the tiny pizza cutter tires. Just trying to find that sweet spot. Looking for any suggestions/help please.

Been looking around and seeing 295/70/18 that on some tire sites say its a 34.4" height but its a 11.5" width? But some say 11" so not sure about that route but any info with pictures would be very helpful

Edited September 17, 2019 by jordanl010

BravesZ71 · October 12, 2019

Did you install the coilovers yet? Have any pictures?

Edited October 12, 2019 by BravesZ71

JBski · October 13, 2019

I'm looking at doing the same with mine. Just got a pair of CST coilovers I'm having installed. Everything I'm hearing is anything larger then 33" x 11.5" will require some trimming on Sierra 1500.

jordanl010 · October 15, 2019

Mine are sitting in the garage haven't had the chance to toss them on yet due to me taking it back and forth to the dealer with issues...

Vardo79 · October 15, 2019

I have the CST setup and I run a 34.8” tire on 18’s. Fits perfect.

SatinSilvy · October 15, 2019

18 minutes ago, Vardo79 said:

I have the CST setup and I run a 34.8” tire on 18’s. Fits perfect.

Are you using their upper control arms too?

Vardo79 · October 15, 2019

Yes

jordanl010 · October 15, 2019

8 hours ago, Vardo79 said:

I have the CST setup and I run a 34.8” tire on 18’s. Fits perfect.

Now that is a great looking truck! Couple of questions..

1. What height are you running the coilovers at?

2. How's the ride? and did you run into any issues.

3. Any side pics?

Edited October 15, 2019 by jordanl010

Vardo79 · October 15, 2019

I was told right at 3.5”. On a soft setting I top out sometimes. I went with 5 clicks and it eliminated it but ride is much stiffer. Also once I installed air bags in the rear, my ride height is 1” off. Rear higher than front. I have the 6.2L engine so I’m thinking it’s a little heavier than The 5.3L and that’s why it’s different than what people are saying in the 5.3L setups. . CST is supposed to look at it soon to see if I can raise in the front If not I’ll look into a 4” lift.

Edited October 15, 2019 by Vardo79

code-man26 · October 15, 2019

Currently running 285/70/17 with a Motofab 3" leveling strut spacer. No lift on back end yet, waiting for a Deaver leaf pack. I would go with a larger diameter tire the next time around.

jordanl010 · October 16, 2019

11 hours ago, Vardo79 said:

I was told right at 3.5”. On a soft setting I top out sometimes. I went with 5 clicks and it eliminated it but ride is much stiffer. Also once I installed air bags in the rear, my ride height is 1” off. Rear higher than front. I have the 6.2L engine so I’m thinking it’s a little heavier than The 5.3L and that’s why it’s different than what people are saying in the 5.3L setups. . CST is supposed to look at it soon to see if I can raise in the front If not I’ll look into a 4” lift.

That looks incredible! THank you for all the info!