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Old 03-16-2011, 07:11 PM
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Default Tires fitting wheels/front torsion bar lift

Okay guys my first question is can i fit wheels that are 8 inch wide wheels on 235/75-15R tires

second question i took my front tires off the other day to see how much longer shocks i would need once i got the reindexed keys. and i looked,
and my truck is already sitting on the bumb stops at ride height so how am i supposed to lift in any more? how did you guys get past this problem

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Old 03-17-2011, 02:04 AM
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As for the wheels it depends on the back spacing of the wheel. Take a tape measure and see if you have the clearance.

Maybe someone lifted it before you. Since we can't see it we can't tell.
 
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well i turned the bars awhile back but they are the stock ones not aftermarket so i should still be able to lift it like 1-2 inches with the reindexed ones according to the faqs but like i said my control arms are sitting on the bump stops already so i know i cant lift it anymore.
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Every truck is different. So it sounds like you can't go any higher with the torsion bars. Your CV's are probably at a high angel too.

A body lift is cheep and easy to do. Next would be a Solid Axle Swap.
 



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