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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 11:06 AM
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I own a 08 Ram QC Bighorn edition...Im trying to find the perfect size tire to run my factory wheels along with a leveling kit and or blocks to run 33x12.50R20 to 35x12.50R20...Would these work on my truck....If yall will look at SMKNRAM's dodge... https://dodgeforum.com/forum/members...9-smknram.html That is a perfect example of what i want...Im going home on R&R from Iraq in 18 days (woohoo!) and would like to order this stuff so it will be waiting on me. Ive been searching the forums here, google, yahoo, cardomain, petersons fourwheel drive mag, etc...So any insight and help would be greatly appriciated! Thanks!

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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 11:14 AM
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If you want to run a 12.50 in wide tire your going to need spacers. Otherwise they will rub up against the control arm. To fit 35 your going to need at least a leveling kit. They will looked stuffed but they will fit. Or you can buy Performance Accessories body lift kit and then get 35's. If you want 33's, those will fit on the stock height but I recommend the level kit. Thats what I had.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 11:24 AM
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Damn your truck looks bad *** too...I found a blue ram just like mine that the guy put a leveling kit and 33s on...In which i like also...However what i read somewhere on the internet is the Bighorn has a factory lift? True / false? Also I'm trying not to void that lifetime warranty. Let me find that link to that truck on cardomain...Standyby..... http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3347138
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 11:31 AM
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Oops..I didnt really finish asking my question...What would be the recommended leveling kit and or blocks needed? Also what size tire are you running and are you using spacers?
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 12:02 PM
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Well there is no factory lift. I sold the truck last Friday, but I had 33x12.50R20 Toyo M/T's. I didn't run wheel spacers, I bought brand new rims. They are XD Rockstars in Black. The leveling kit that I had was from Top Gun Customz. It was a 2.5" level for the front. Here are some pics.

Heres a pic with the stock rims and tires.

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None of this will void the warranty. Also, Thank you for your service. I appreciate it!
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 12:58 PM
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WHAT! Why'd ya sell it if you don't mind me asking? Beautiful truck! Anyway i really appriciate all the help with this.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 01:03 PM
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SMKN is running a level on a 4by with spacers on the front and 35's if I'm not mistaken.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 02:47 PM
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Sold it because gas was getting too expensive for me. I will be buying one after bootcamp though. Im joining the Air Force.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 04:31 PM
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Originally Posted by EJM05
Well there is no factory lift. I sold the truck last Friday, but I had 33x12.50R20 Toyo M/T's. I didn't run wheel spacers, I bought brand new rims. They are XD Rockstars in Black. The leveling kit that I had was from Top Gun Customz. It was a 2.5" level for the front. Here are some pics.

Heres a pic with the stock rims and tires.

Heres a pic with the rims and tires.


None of this will void the warranty. Also, Thank you for your service. I appreciate it!
Quick Question: Do you think the 22inch rockstars on 33 inch toyo m/t's will fit on a 2wd with level kit? Thanks
 
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 04:35 PM
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No offense but I think 22's would look stupid. Im sure it would fit just less tire. 20's is the perfect size for the toyo m/t's.
 
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