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Old 10-26-2013, 05:56 PM
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I'll let you know!
Just got back from picking up the Raptor wheels and tires...
So... I had to drive to Connecticut from NJ, $40. In gas, $5. In tolls and $600. For stock Raptor wheels and tires (with, I'd say, 2/3 of their life left).
All in all, I'm thinking it was a great day!
 
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Old 10-26-2013, 07:14 PM
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I've got 2010 Raptor Take-offs with 35x12.5 Nitto Trail Grapplers on my 2005 XLT with Rancho 2.5 Quicklifts and they only rub at full lock, otherwise they fit. But again, like other's have said every truck is slightly different.
 
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Old 10-26-2013, 10:07 PM
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Originally Posted by PawPaw
You have to find the right combination not to rub on the inside or on the lower wheelwells caused by tucking them in too much or sticking out too far...almost a science!!!
Boy, could you say that again! It's tough haha.

Sounds good, Archer! I'm excited for you to see how all of this works out for you
 
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Old 10-27-2013, 01:53 AM
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Thanks KMAC!
And thanks for all your help! I'll be installing the leveling kit Mon. Or Tues.. If I can ever figure out HOW to post pictures here, I'll put up a pic after I get them on.
 
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No problem! I love the idea of putting new stuff on your truck. It's my favorite thing to do. Grabbing a pal for the install helps a TON, if you're doing it yourself.

There's a thread on here somewhere about posting pictures. I don't even wanna know how long it took me to figure it out haha. If you can edit and downsize them to smaller than 600x800 pixels (it's so they are "small" enough), you can upload them to an album and then I know how to do it. One of the few computer-related things I know how to do!
 
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Old 10-28-2013, 10:46 AM
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Originally Posted by SArcher2288
Thanks KMAC!
And thanks for all your help! I'll be installing the leveling kit Mon. Or Tues.. If I can ever figure out HOW to post pictures here, I'll put up a pic after I get them on.
I'm quite interested in this! I am picking up a 2013 Supercrew on Wednesday and I am thinking of doing this exact same thing. I am planning on going with the 2.5" Procomp Leveling kit. I like the look of 35's, I really dont want to have to settle for 33's.
 
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Old 10-28-2013, 01:18 PM
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I measured my truck, and a 2" level will do it for me... I just hope that 1/2" won't matter when the wheels go on....
We'll see.
 
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Old 10-28-2013, 01:21 PM
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... And according to the online tire calculator, the Raotor's stock 315/70-17's aren't true 35's. They're actually closer to 34.
 
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I said that about the tires, that's why they're better than 35s. 34.36x12.4"
 
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Old 10-28-2013, 11:56 PM
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Put the 2" leveling kit in and tires on tonite... NO rubbing issues what so ever! Didn't even have to trim any plastic! Lock to lock was fine also.
Since I didn't feel like sleeping at work, I drove the truck home... 26 miles. Wheel alignment tomorrow.
The true test will be this Sat. I'll be going hunting... Driving thru some rough terrain. If nothing rubs then, I WILL be surprised!
 
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Old 10-29-2013, 08:42 AM
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Hopefully it still won't rub after you get the alignment.
 
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Old 10-29-2013, 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by SArcher2288
Put the 2" leveling kit in and tires on tonite... NO rubbing issues what so ever! Didn't even have to trim any plastic! Lock to lock was fine also.
Since I didn't feel like sleeping at work, I drove the truck home... 26 miles. Wheel alignment tomorrow.
The true test will be this Sat. I'll be going hunting... Driving thru some rough terrain. If nothing rubs then, I WILL be surprised!
You may want to get a spare to match the height of the 315's just in case of a flat. I had a 35x12.5x17 Procomp AT that I used...same height as the 315x70x17 BFG. With a limited slip rear you always want the same height tires on the rear axle.
 
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I found the easiest way for pictures is to make a photobucket account. I upload the pictures there and its a simple copy and paste the IMG code into the comment box.
 
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Originally Posted by SArcher2288
Put the 2" leveling kit in and tires on tonite... NO rubbing issues what so ever! Didn't even have to trim any plastic! Lock to lock was fine also.
Since I didn't feel like sleeping at work, I drove the truck home... 26 miles. Wheel alignment tomorrow.
The true test will be this Sat. I'll be going hunting... Driving thru some rough terrain. If nothing rubs then, I WILL be surprised!
Awesome! The true test will be that alignment and hunting trip, but because you haven't trimmed yet, you've got a good bit of wiggle room. I do wanna see though! Time to be a picture ***** lol
 
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Old 10-30-2013, 11:17 PM
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Had the alignment done yesterday, still no rubbing... Your right though about the hunting trip... My access road is a VERY rugged, rocky fire road thru the woods. We'll see....
 


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