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Old 03-23-2009, 02:23 PM
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Question Question about levelling

So, I decided to change from my stock 20s to 17s so can put some 33 all terrains. I know I will have to probably put a levelling kit, but my question is, will I also have to put new (longer) shocks?

Any suggestions on what levelling kit would be best? Also, what is the offset? For some reason I keep thinking it is 5-135, is that right?
 

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my 20's came with 33's stock.
 
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the stock 20s come with 33in tires...
 
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Originally Posted by talon6
my 20's came with 33's stock.
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the stock 20s come with 33in tires...
Yes, I know they are 33s, technically. I guess I shouldve been more descriptive. I want 17s so i can have a more aggressive looking tire, more of an offroad look. 20s is just too big for my taste. I'd have to get 35s on them to get the look I was going for.

Again, do I need longer shocks if I put a 2" - 2.5" levelling kit? AND what is the wheel offset?
 
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Originally Posted by talon6
my 20's came with 33's stock.
Are those 20s in the pic? That looks pretty good. What size tires are those and di you have to lift the truck?
 
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You can get by with a level and the stock shocks, but will bottom them out with a fair amount of travel. So, shocks would be recommended. The Bilstein 5100s are made for a lifted/leveled truck, are probably about the best shock made along with Rancho's and are currently running a buy 3 get the 4th free deal...
 
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Let me get them 20's, I'll trade you my 17's.
 
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Originally Posted by Rebeltilldeath3
Let me get them 20's, I'll trade you my 17's.
Where are you located?
 
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Originally Posted by HammerZ71
You can get by with a level and the stock shocks, but will bottom them out with a fair amount of travel. So, shocks would be recommended. The Bilstein 5100s are made for a lifted/leveled truck, are probably about the best shock made along with Rancho's and are currently running a buy 3 get the 4th free deal...
Thanks Hammer!
 
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