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Are spacers recommended?

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Old 03-24-2019, 01:54 AM
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I was thinking about just getting 1" spacers all around on my 01 2500. Would it be better to go with that or I have 2 different kind of tires Mudders and All terrains that are same size 285 75 r16. I'm definitely planning on sticking to 33 inch tires but would it be better to just get wider tires instead of the little over 11 inches wide that these are for some better stability and a nice stance. I have about a 3-4 inch lift as well.
 

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I do not recommend spacers on trucks. It changes suspension loading in ways that can be very detrimental to your health. Especially if you off-road with it.
 
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running different brand tires isn't a good idea for a 4x4 system. the driveshafts will be forced to rotate a different speeds. this stresses the tcase. tires of different brands, even if they are the same size and aspect ratio can vary greatly in tire circumference.
 
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Alright thank you. I'm gonna keep everything how it is, I just got the front end re-done a few months ago so don't want to risk anything.
 



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