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Old Mar 13, 2014 | 10:40 PM
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also i have to decide with 35s if im gonna want to regear or not
 
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Old Mar 13, 2014 | 10:59 PM
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Your stock gears should be able to handle 35s untill you can afford to re gear (at least that's what my research has told me). Another thing to think about is if you re gear you might as well put a selectable locker in at the same time if you plan to off road much. That way you only tear it all apart once. From what I've been able to find you only want to lock the rear on our trucks.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 01:12 AM
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I think the 295/70/18s would fit better (rubbing) and still look good. I like the Trail Grapps too
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 08:04 AM
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I think the 295/70/18s would fit better (rubbing) and still look good. I like the Trail Grapps too
Did I read correctly that Trail Grapplers are heavy as hell? Like quite a bit heavier than most tires like it?
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 01:07 PM
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They are heavier. But they also last longer than everything else and the weight is part of what makes them so durable and last so long with the 10 ply sidewalls and good internal structure.. 35s are around 75 lbs or something like that, if I remember right. But another reason for getting those 34" 295/70/18's is easier on the trans, less need for gears, and less heavy.

Honestly, regearing a 4x4 is a massive turnoff for me, and I'd go smaller to avoid that. I only have to worry about my rear end cause I'm 2wd, so I'm looking forward to regearing, but it's gonna cost me $800 vs. $1600 plus for you.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 02:52 PM
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They are heavier. But they also last longer than everything else and the weight is part of what makes them so durable and last so long with the 10 ply sidewalls and good internal structure.. 35s are around 75 lbs or something like that, if I remember right. But another reason for getting those 34" 295/70/18's is easier on the trans, less need for gears, and less heavy.

Honestly, regearing a 4x4 is a massive turnoff for me, and I'd go smaller to avoid that. I only have to worry about my rear end cause I'm 2wd, so I'm looking forward to regearing, but it's gonna cost me $800 vs. $1600 plus for you.
I thought the BFG KO's lasted about as long but I could be wrong I guess.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 06:25 PM
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I'm sure they last fine, as it really depends on who's driving, but it seems that the Toyo and Nitto MTs last the longest. Either way, I'm sure you'll be fine. How many miles did you get out of the current set?
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 10:33 PM
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Originally Posted by rfinger
what size lvl kit?
2.5"
 
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Old Mar 15, 2014 | 08:20 PM
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I'm sure they last fine, as it really depends on who's driving, but it seems that the Toyo and Nitto MTs last the longest. Either way, I'm sure you'll be fine. How many miles did you get out of the current set?
Im not sure honestly. They came on the truck when I bought it with 78k miles and now I have 91k and they honestly need to be changed but they have a little tread left. I would like to find a set that I can get 40k or more out of considering they cost so damned much.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2014 | 10:19 PM
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In my sig, not sure where all my other pics are....lost on the internet somewhere

18x9 wheels with 325/60/18 tires on a 2" level kit.
 
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Old Mar 18, 2014 | 10:29 AM
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Any other suggestions or opinions?
 
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Old Mar 18, 2014 | 11:22 AM
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Suggestions for tires?

The Toyo MTs seem to get multiple people on here 50k+ miles. When I get mine, I'll expect at least 40k
 
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Old Mar 19, 2014 | 11:59 AM
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Im thinking 305/65r18 BFG KO's anyone have those? In that size that is.
 

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Old Mar 19, 2014 | 04:41 PM
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If I was to toss a
Level kit under my Screw,
Strapped some
33x12,50's on the factory feet and got a good offset bracket, would it set me off with an aggressive stance
Without a lot of hastle...? I have a pic of what I really want it to look like, but can't post it here.. I must me doing this all wrong.. I must apologize, I'm disabled and tend to forget more than I should....
 

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Old Mar 19, 2014 | 09:10 PM
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What the hell is an offset bracket?
 
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