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Old Jun 12, 2010 | 09:05 PM
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I want to put a larger tire on my 2009 dodge ram SLT crew cab. I'm not doing any levelling kits or anything, as I run a set of 24's in the summer with it (285 40 24).

My stock goodyears have 50,000kms (30,000 miles) and are ccompletely finished, so I'll have to replace them for the winter and towing.

I'm looking to put a 275 65 20, or a 33X12.50-20 tire on for the winter. Will these fit?
 
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Old Jun 13, 2010 | 02:40 AM
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u need at least a level kit
 
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Old Jun 13, 2010 | 11:06 AM
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I second that, lvl kit for sure if your running 33's.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2010 | 03:41 PM
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my slt came from the factory with 275/60/20 which is basically 33x11x20 so you dont need a level kit the 33" height isnt the problem its the width with the stock rims and backspacing once you go wider than 285 on the stock rims you will get some rubbing at full turn sometimes if you really want to go with 33x12.5x20 i would strongly recommend an aftermarket rims with a different back spacing
 
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