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racingisnature08 08-31-2011 09:52 PM

How to fit 35's?
 
i have an 86 k10. have 31's bfg all terrains waitin to go on once wheels are powdercoated. but have an opportunity to trade for 35x12.50x15 bfg all terrains. plannin on lifting the truck but not til spring when i have time. will the 35's fit if i put on a body lift for now? any help would be great, REALLY dont want to trim anything if i can avoid it
thanks, dan

ghettoluxury 08-31-2011 10:01 PM

Re: How to fit 35's?
 
I am running 35's with a 4 inch suspension lift and they rub the back side if the fender at full lock.

racingisnature08 08-31-2011 10:15 PM

Re: How to fit 35's?
 
the front springs have lost some strength. but i wouldnt be off road with them flexing much at all, just thinkin if i can get them to fit for now ill have them for the lift in spring... might just sell the 31's in spring, theyll still be near new

russgt 08-31-2011 10:18 PM

Re: How to fit 35's?
 
If you only drive it on the street and do only mild off roading, you should be alright with a 3-4 inch body lift. If you get into a situation in which you stuff a tire up into the wheelwell, you'll have some pretty hard rubbing. Alot of guys run 35s on 4 inch suspension lifts and have minimal problems.

85sierraclassic 08-31-2011 11:28 PM

Re: How to fit 35's?
 
lot depends on what wheels your running too

H8PVMNT 08-31-2011 11:35 PM

Re: How to fit 35's?
 
I say a 2.5" spring lift with a bit of cutting and some hammer work on the fenderwells. You can always add a 1-1.5" body lift without anyone noticing. Bump stops can be modified a bit and that will help too. Any more body lift than that and guys will think you are a poser :).

I've seen a blazer running this setup with 35s and it was unstopable on the trail and completely stable. And remember, if your tires don't rub a little then they aren't big enough!

Hoods69BadBowTie 09-01-2011 07:19 PM

Re: How to fit 35's?
 
4" suspension lift and mild wheeling should work out great. Don't put them on there until you lift them it will rub real bad and tear up your new rubber. Should look pretty awesome with 35"s and a lift kit though.


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