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codyawise 03-12-2013 01:06 PM

Will I need leveling kit?
 
I have a 99 dually 4x4 and finally gettin tires. Currently have 235/85/16s planning on gettin 285/75/16s. I figured ill 2" wheel spacers in rear but will I need a leveling kit so they don't rub up front? I'd prefer not to get a leveling kit but if I need to so they'll fit I will

Mopar1973Man 03-12-2013 04:38 PM

Typically 285's fit without any suspension changes.

Just remember this upgrade will reduce your MPG's by about 5 MPG. You going to increase rolling resistance, rotational mass, and wind drag. :w2:

ricet07 03-12-2013 05:05 PM

I used to run 285/70's with not mods and dad no rubbing at all now im leveled with 295/70's no rubbing.

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nappy1995 03-12-2013 07:34 PM

I put 285's on my dually along with 2'' spacers out back and had no interference problems up front. I ended up putting on a 3'' 2'' lift just to get some space in the fender well.

vcustoms86 03-14-2013 12:16 PM


Originally Posted by Mopar1973Man (Post 995392)
Typically 285's fit without any suspension changes.

Just remember this upgrade will reduce your MPG's by about 5 MPG. You going to increase rolling resistance, rotational mass, and wind drag. :w2:

5 is a little high. 2-3 ,if that, going from 235's to 285's. :c:

nappy1995 03-14-2013 02:01 PM

That's 3'' coils with long arms up front and 2'' add-a-leaf out back.

Mopar1973Man 03-14-2013 03:37 PM


Originally Posted by vcustoms86 (Post 995840)
5 is a little high. 2-3 ,if that, going from 235's to 285's. :c:

Not really... I lose 2-3 just from 235's (62 pounds per tire) to 265 (85 pounds per tire)...

Same principal...

http://media.caranddriver.com/images...s-original.jpg

Lower the rational mass (weight) the better the MPG's... :w2:

ricet07 03-14-2013 04:44 PM

I haven't lost any from 265's to 295's but I'm sure you would see anywhere from 2-5 jumping from 235's

02SPORT 03-14-2013 08:35 PM

I'm running 285/75/16's on my stock suspension('02 sport), and have only slight rubbing on full lock - both directions. Not sure if it makes a difference in brand. I've got BF A/T KO's. Hope that helps for anyone. Also, if you go with a taller tire, but not as wide, your rolling resistance won't change much but you will go farther on the same amount of rotations. Therefore BETTER fuel economy. Unfortunately, you will only notice this on highway. Extra weight, and moving a larger diameter will give you WORSE economy in city driving. But realistically, who cares? Fill your wheel wells, and you'll be happier.:c:

diesel life 03-15-2013 03:46 AM

im running a 285/75/16 pro comp extreme all terrain and have no rubbing issue.. i get 17-18mpg on a regular basis with 65 psi in the tires:c:


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