295s and Ford keys

txpkup · July 20, 2004

can I fit 295s on a stock Z71 as long as I put Ford keys on it? I think it should work fine but I want to make sure. Probably crank about 2" in front. Also can my NTB tire guy install the keys? I really don't have any experience with torsion bars or keys. I just like the "nose up" look and believe the higher the better. maybe later do blocks or add-a-leafs in the back. oh and one more question, is it likely that a ford dealer around my area will have them already in stock or is it one of those "don't bother unless ordered" things?

Thanks in advance!

HvyChevyZ71 · July 20, 2004

you can clear those tires with just a twist of the tbars, theyre not really much bigger than a 285 and no wider, well .02" but they should clear find, especially if your gonna use keys. THe ford dealership will have the keys in stock but i dunno part numbers. Any decent mechanic should be able to intall them, not much to it.

curly · July 21, 2004

Anyone with some HEAVY duty c-clamps should be able to change your keys. The guy that did mine was a mechanic at a friends shop and he usually did alignments. It took him about 25 mins. to finish. He told me I could get around 1 1/2" more "safely". My local Ford dealer had to order the keys (which took a few days to get in). I am now debating blocks in the rear and turning the bars up some more. Post some pics of your 295's if your get them!!