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SoCarZ71

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OK, first of all, I do know how to use the search function and after 30 minutes or more of reading posts containing the words "tire" and "size" in them, my question is still unanswered.

 

So here are my questions:

 

What is the largest size tire that will fit under an '02 1500 4x4 without a lift and major problems?

 

What would I have to do to put 33's under it?

 

My plan is to put a 6" lift on it in the next few months, but I need new tires on it now and I would rather not waste any more money that absolutely necessary. I was thinking of going with a 16x10" M/T rim with 4 7/16 backspace and M/T Baja Claw Radial LT305/70R16 tires. I would imagine that turning the torsion bars would be required as a minimum.

 

Thank you in advance for any input.

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twallace

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I just have one question for you before I give my opinion. If you are going to lift your truck soon, why buy 305's now when you con stuff 36's under that 6" lift. You are just spending more money to buy tires twice.

 

Anyway, I have 04 z71 with 305's on 16x8 rims and they fit with little alteration. Torsion bars went up, inner wheel was cut so they did not rub while turning and front valence was trimmed as precautionary. I have seen 33" swampers on stock rims on an 01 with no problems. Only raised the torsion bars.

 

Good luck,

trey

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debo4x4

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twallace,

 

do you have any pics of your truck you could post or email me? also, how far did you raise you torsion bars and you said you trimmed the inner wheel? what exactly did you have to do there? just trim the plastic? thanks in advance!

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