Since rim/tire packages up here in AK are stupid expensive, I'm painting my stock 18's black and buying only tires. So, what would be better and look better on a stock height (maybe level with a 1 1/2" kit one day)?? The factory tires are 33.3"X10 right now. Please give me some help and opinions. Looking at Kumho KL71 btw. Thanks!!
I have 33's on stock wheels and I think they look good. However, I plan to do a leveling kit and will probably go to 35's when I need new tires.
With that said... Personally, I think wider tires that fill out the wheel wells (width wise) do more for the looks than a taller tire. But that is just me. The tires I have right now are 325/60-18's.
My only worry is that if I get 35's but don't get the leveling kit, will I have rubbing issues? Do you or anyone else know if you can fit a 35X12.5 on stock 18" rim at stock height? Sorry for all the questions, I hope to order soon. Thanks again everyone!!
I am not sure if you would have rubbing issues or not with a 35" tire that is 12.5" wide. From the reading that I have done, it sounds like it MAY rub the inner fender and they will need to be tied back, but you won't be rubbing against any hard parts. :dunno:
I have seen it done on stock 05-07 trucks and the 08 and up trucks seem to have just as much maybe even a little more clearance. I think you will be happy with the 35's.
Ive seen 285/75/18 and they look like the perfect fit.......there is a pic around of a sweet truck with this combo,,I will try to find it.....I think he may have a leveling kit though,
the only problem i see with 35's is they might rub bad on the suspension components being that wide on a tire. Do you think they will? I'm not buying aftermarket rims right now. Anymore pics of trucks with 18s and 35's would be great thanks!!
I am not sure if you would have rubbing issues or not with a 35" tire that is 12.5" wide. From the reading that I have done, it sounds like it MAY rub the inner fender and they will need to be tied back, but you won't be rubbing against any hard parts. :dunno:
I'm running 35'' Toyos on my just got them this week they look great and no rubbing. I know that the truck is lifted but dont know how much, my guess is 2''. I would really want 37'' tho but its little too late now, can post picks tomorrow for you
My guess is you will not have any issues. I have a 2WD with 35's and only a Daystar leveling kit on. Even with the leveling kit, my truck still sits lower than a 4WD, and I only rub slightly on one side when I am locked all the way to the left. since you are higher, I seriously doubt you will have any issues. I believe I read on here somewhere that they have done it without a lift and have not rubbed.
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