Planning on buying 305's, first, was this a wise choice? Will the 2.5" AS kit be too much of a lift for these tires?

Lastly, for a 2wd, do you know what size blocks I would need for the rear for a 2.5" front kit? I'd like to order it today/tomorrow so I can get them to arrive on the same time.

Thanks!

 

check out readylift block they have some great quality blocks. i put the 3'' blocks on mine. i think they also have a 1.5'' kit as well. i also have the stock 4x4 blocks if you want to buy those.

Erik

 

So I'm thinking because the 4x4 is a 1/2" taller and you went with the 2" front and 3" rear, …my 2.5" front with 3" rear blocks will essentially give it the same look/rake as you have, correct?

 

pretty much but i only have the 2'' level and i still have a small rake barley noticable but im happy with it.

 

With a 2.5 front on my 2wd the front looks a tad higher at times, Id recommend a 1 inch block or 1.5 block at the most.

 

Thanks man! So did you opt for a block at all on yours? You think a 3" block would basically just bring back the initial rake just proportionally higher?

 

I havnt got the blocks yet, but I am and will soon. I am going to do probably an 1 inch from (fatbobsgarage) unless I can get the Readylift 1.5 blocks from summit at the same price, with help from some up and coming coupons from them and my gift card. hah Im a cheapo.

I wouldnt do 3 inches that would be way to much rake. Especially on a 2wd. Id say literally 1.5 at the most if you want to keep a "not so bad rake" look. Ive seen 2 inches added to the rear on some 2wds and it looks as if its close to stock rake.

You could also find some stock 4x4 rear blocks from 04-08 trucks, they maybe cheaper, the block from those are in between 1.5 and 2 inches I believe. If your wanting good lift out of the rear and dont mind a tad rake then definately do 1.5. Anything more youll be back to stock rake just about.

The readylift blocks are the nicest out but are $149, thats why Im waiting to try and get them cheaper. If money aint an issue, Id say order Readylift.

Also put in mind, a 6 inch suspension lift for a stock 2wd is 6 inches of front lift with a 3 inch block. And thats intended to give a 6 inch lift in front with a level stance to rear, and at times looks higher in the front. But this should tell you, if your addin 3 inch block to a 2.5 front lift, what will it look like when they put 3 inch blocks on the rear with 6 inch front?

 

why do you think the readylift blocks are the best,,just curious....

 

i got my readylift blocks from ebay for $120 shipped. the only reason i went with them is cause they are a well known brand. When i saw them in person i was impressed by the quality of them. they are heavy duty and have held up awesome.

 

I ended up going with the 1.5" blocks from autospring. From my calculations (and I'm not sure how accurate they are), the back should be about an inch taller than the front, not factoring in any settling that may occur in the front or back.

 

By the look of them they look quality compared to others, their design also appears like the stock blocks. Their overall apperance looks quality compared to others, simply put.

 

I just think the autospring block is as good of quality and it's cheaper,,really not much to a rear block,,why buy a ready lift when you can get an autospring for about 30 bucks cheaper,,common sense........

 

I used the as 2.5 front with 1.5 rear and the back sits slighty higher but looks level. Sitting on some 285/70 17 maxxis bighorns. Made the truck look alot tuffer.

 

Yeah your about right, I didnt factor in or include autosprings rear block I forgot they had one to offer and cheaper. Yeah not much to a rear block, Id probably choose theirs over readylift, money wise and if shipping was free.. but if money wasnt an option Id still might get readylift just because I like that there block is designed like the stock one. But yes either or are great ones

 

I know this is probably asked a ton with lifting questions, but hopefully you can spare a newb some flame, haha.

After I get this installed this weekend, how can I figure out what kind of tires I can fit? I have 20" stock wheels with Pirelli 275/55/R20's, and I want to keep the stock wheels just beef of the tires up in the sidewall particularly. I saw another with 305/55/20's, but I think they may be a little small, what are your thoughts?