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01-14-2013, 03:32 PM
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Here is the dilemma on my 03' 4x4 1500. I plan to level/lift the front by cranking the TBs on the stock keys to 2" if it will allow. I leaning towards the 18x9 XD addicts which come in -12 (4.5") or +18 (5.5") offset on a 35x12.5x18
My concern is that if I get the 4.5" backspacing it will make the tires stick out to much. On the flipside I'm worried that 5.5" will have problems with it rubbing.
Everything below says it will work but I've had local tires shops tell me otherwise. Anyone have a similar setup with some lessons learned?
Dodge Ram 1500 4wd 2002-2005
stock truck/wheels...you can fit 34's with no issue's(relatively normal width of 275-295)
stock truck/wheels...35's rub at full lock and are really big in fenders for stock height.
2"lift w/stock wheels.......Barely fit 35's with minor rubbing
Either addding 1.25" or 1.5" spacers to stock wheels OR aftermarket wheels w/backspacing 5.5"-4.5" will fit 35's no rubbing.
2"+left/level AND 5.5"-4.5" backspaced wheels will allow up to 36" but will slightly rub. You need a 4-6" lift in order to clear 36's.
My concern is that if I get the 4.5" backspacing it will make the tires stick out to much. On the flipside I'm worried that 5.5" will have problems with it rubbing.
Everything below says it will work but I've had local tires shops tell me otherwise. Anyone have a similar setup with some lessons learned?
Dodge Ram 1500 4wd 2002-2005
stock truck/wheels...you can fit 34's with no issue's(relatively normal width of 275-295)
stock truck/wheels...35's rub at full lock and are really big in fenders for stock height.
2"lift w/stock wheels.......Barely fit 35's with minor rubbing
Either addding 1.25" or 1.5" spacers to stock wheels OR aftermarket wheels w/backspacing 5.5"-4.5" will fit 35's no rubbing.
2"+left/level AND 5.5"-4.5" backspaced wheels will allow up to 36" but will slightly rub. You need a 4-6" lift in order to clear 36's.
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4wd
I turned the torsion bars 3 full turns in this pic. I think I'm going to turn them another turn to raise it just a little more before getting an alignment.
18x9 KMC Enduro wheels with 0 offset. 35x12.5x18 Nitto Trail Grapplers
Full lock no rub. My bumper had been tapped by the previous owner. I had to trim the front lip that's attached to the bumper just a little bit for it to no rub on the driver side. I think if the bumper/rebar was mint it would of been fine.
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01-18-2013, 08:26 AM
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35in tires
I was just gonna add i have a 2003 dodge ram 1500 4x4 Quad cab with the 5.9 magnum, and i have 35 12.50 r20 stock rims on my truck and have no problem what so every with rubbing of any kind. I did raise my torsion bars a little bit to level my truck but that was it.
#106
02-27-2013, 11:14 AM
Thanks man. I really want 325s but I can't afford tires and leveling kit right now
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04-05-2013, 12:21 PM
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First off, is it 2wd or 4wd. Even then i highly doubt it will fit. I have a 02 quad cab, 2wd with a level. So it sits like a 4wd. Right now im running 285/70/17, or 32.7 x 11.22 x 17 and thats about max tire size. Your 2 inch spacer may cover the width of tire but a 35 inch will not fit in wheel well height wise.
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07-09-2013, 04:09 PM
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I Dont know what my problem is BUT..Im 60 yrs old and Presently Run Chrome Plated Panther Relm 280 22x9.5 8 lug rims mounted on Open Country 37x13.50x22 LT BUT they STOPPED making them So I CANT find Me a 5th rim to match my spare..So I fell in LOVE with a picture of the XD801 CRANK Thriple plated Chrome in 22x11 But NOW am told because the Crank has a -44 Offset it WONT fit??? Im LOST and really like these rims..What offset am I running on my panthers and why Wont the XD 801 Crank fit??? Is there ANY Triple Chrome plated Rim that will fity my truck in 22x 10 or 22x11??? My NEW tires are 37x13.50x22 M16s and I need 5 CHROME rims in 22