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Is My 2008 1500 Gonna Clear These 305/55's With These Wheels?

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Hello this is my first post on gm-trucks.com and i apologize for it being a newb question.

 

I have a set of 305/55/20's (33.2" x 12) that are going on my 08 1/2 ton 4wd.

 

I am looking at two sets of wheels, (dont know if either will matter)

 

1st are KMC Rockstars 20x8.5 (5.1 Backspace, and +10ish offset)

 

2nd are Moto Metal 951s. 20 x 9. NOT sure on backspace, but +18 or +30 offset (have choice)

 

Will EITHER of these setups allow me to run the 305/55s? The plan was to install a 2" rough country leveling kit in order to fit them but I am afraid I may need a full suspension lift for 33's! Thats crazy!

 

One reason I am avioding suspension lift is because the truck has 300 miles on it its entire warranty life left.

 

I already have the tires so I hope I can fit them!?

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Yeah your probably gonna need to level it just to be safe. After getting my level kit put on my custom guy said I could probably fit 305/55/20's and be alright. My wheels are 20x9(can't remember backspacing). But one thing you should think about before buying is this...You have a warranty on you truck BUT the suspension is not covered. It's only the powertrain(engine/tranny). Most suspension lifts come with warranties from the manufacturer. So if you did get a suspension lift you would have your powertrain AND a suspension warranty. Just something to think about because after learning all this I'm getting a 6' suspension lift. The only way your powertrain would be voided by a suspension lift is if the dealer/mechanic could prove that the lift cause the problem. Search around on here and you will find this in the warranty laws. Hope all this helps!

stlavsa Senior Enthusiast

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Yeah your probably gonna need to level it just to be safe. After getting my level kit put on my custom guy said I could probably fit 305/55/20's and be alright. My wheels are 20x9(can't remember backspacing). But one thing you should think about before buying is this...You have a warranty on you truck BUT the suspension is not covered. It's only the powertrain(engine/tranny). Most suspension lifts come with warranties from the manufacturer. So if you did get a suspension lift you would have your powertrain AND a suspension warranty. Just something to think about because after learning all this I'm getting a 6' suspension lift. The only way your powertrain would be voided by a suspension lift is if the dealer/mechanic could prove that the lift cause the problem. Search around on here and you will find this in the warranty laws. Hope all this helps!

 

Thank you and yes that does help. I have full intentions of lifting it to be safe. I was actually considering doing the new rough country 3" suspension lift, because it would only cost $500 bucks. extra 3" travel up front and 1.5" in the back. The only thing with that is if it DOES cause warranty problems of some sort I should just went 4" full out.

 

I was always planning on leveling it from the day I bought it so at minimun a 2" level is gonna go. If I can get the wheels to clear with just the level I think im just going to do that.

 

The reason I bought this truck is because my 03 Ram was total junk and I wanted a brand new truck under bumper to bumper warranty. I would be pissed if my diff or tranny failed whiles its under warranty and they denied me because of a lift, when all along the main reason for the new truck was the warranty.

 

I dont see how they could deny me because of it but It wouldnt suprise me if they would try.

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Well I think of it like this....if lift kits voided warranties then why do dealers put them on trucks? The dealer I bought my truck from made everything sound as though if I didn't get them to install it then it would void the warranty. Which I knew was total BS! It was gonna cost like almost 300$ to have mine leveled at the dealer (install plus kit). I got mine done for 150$ total somewhere else.

nbscanuck Enthusiast

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305/55/20 with 4" Tuff Country lift

 

There is some rubbing on the mud flap at full lock in reverse only

dannynoonan Enthusiast

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305/55/20 with 4" Tuff Country lift

 

There is some rubbing on the mud flap at full lock in reverse only

 

 

Do you have any more pics of your 4" lift?

nbscanuck Enthusiast

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I don't, but what would you like to see. I can get some for you.

dannynoonan Enthusiast

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I don't, but what would you like to see. I can get some for you.

 

Mainly just a straight side view. I have been going back and forth between a leveling kit and a lift.

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Yeah your probably gonna need to level it just to be safe. After getting my level kit put on my custom guy said I could probably fit 305/55/20's and be alright. My wheels are 20x9(can't remember backspacing). But one thing you should think about before buying is this...You have a warranty on you truck BUT the suspension is not covered. It's only the powertrain(engine/tranny). Most suspension lifts come with warranties from the manufacturer. So if you did get a suspension lift you would have your powertrain AND a suspension warranty. Just something to think about because after learning all this I'm getting a 6' suspension lift. The only way your powertrain would be voided by a suspension lift is if the dealer/mechanic could prove that the lift cause the problem. Search around on here and you will find this in the warranty laws. Hope all this helps!

 

What Adam said, with all performance products they have to prove that either the product itself or the installation of the product caused the problem.

 

That's the story I've walked into my dealership with before.

nbscanuck Enthusiast

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I'll try to get some ASAP. Its dark out now and I'm going out of town for a couple of days for work. I'll see if I can sneak some time away from work for personal business :lol:

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Wow. That looks really good. Do you mind if I ask how much the kit and install ran you? From what I've read on this site 305/55 20 usually fit with just a levelling kit. What made you decide to go with the lift? Thanks for the pictures and info. I appreciate it.

stlavsa Senior Enthusiast

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That lift looks really good with tires, I guess I'll still put the leveling kit on since I bought it but maybe when the weather breaks here I'll do that tuff country lift.

 

Looks like the perfect size lift for me.

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The lift was installed by the dealer and worked into the price of the truck. I have no idea of price, sorry.

 

The dealer had two trucks, identical except for the after market accessories listed in my signature. Plus they screwed up on the pricing, they fogot the wheels and tires in the pricing. :crackup: Which one would to take, stock or modified :crackup:

stlavsa Senior Enthusiast

stlavsa

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The lift was installed by the dealer and worked into the price of the truck. I have no idea of price, sorry.

 

The dealer had two trucks, identical except for the after market accessories listed in my signature. Plus they screwed up on the pricing, they fogot the wheels and tires in the pricing. :crackup: Which one would to take, stock or modified :crackup:

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