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Old May 30, 2009 | 12:46 AM
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Hi guys,

Im new to the forums. I just purchased a 1999 Dodge ram 1500, 5.2L 2WD.

They truck came with stock rims and tires, 16" and a extra set of swampers.

I am having problems with the swampers. I just put on the swampers and they seem to be rubbing the front bumper. The dimensions are 31x11.50R 15LT. This is what is on the side wall.

Are these rims and tires correct for the truck, if so, how do I correct the rubbing problem? Lift the truck? Or just get new tires all together?

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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:01 AM
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IDK about them being correct but a leveling kit will help make them fit.

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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:09 AM
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thanks for the quick response. leveling kit such as a lift kit? what does that cost on average and how much of a lift? or level? thanks
 
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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:26 AM
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I think they run form like 40 to 100+ it all depends on how high u need to go. A lift kit its a few bucks more. And with that leveling kit you will need new shock if you get a 3" spacer. Heres a site.
http://www.topguncustomz.com/Store/index.php?P_ID=3
 

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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:33 AM
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thanks!
 
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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:36 AM
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Heres a 3" lift.
http://www.topguncustomz.com/Store/G...iview=70221096

If you don't want them swamper and are close to pa I'll take them. Tires only I have 2 sets of rim and might be getting a 3rd.
 
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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:45 AM
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id get rid of em if it gets too costly. im not near PA im in Hawaii thanks for all your help.
 
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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:51 AM
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Oh snap lol. Sorry yr a bit 2 far lol. I missed the lava big time.
 
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Old May 30, 2009 | 01:58 AM
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haha no worries thanks again for all the helpful info.
 
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Old May 30, 2009 | 02:01 AM
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Yep. I know in the am when the older guys get there will be a ton more. Good luck!
 
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