Question regarding 2.25” level and 33” tires

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biggp80

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I’m getting a 2.25” level on my 2017 Tahoe and 305/55/20 tires.

Never had a any sort of lift or level done before and just wondering if there’s any driving issues to be aware of and if that tire size rubs at all?

I’ve been running 305/35/24 wheels and tires for the last 10-15 years on my trucks but getting tired of always having to watch where I drive and park and with that tire size and no level my wheels do rub a tiny bit when the wheel is turned fully.
 

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The 305/55r20s on my 2013 on stock wheels rubbed on the sway bar at full lock. Not sure if its the same on the 2017? 2" hubcentric spacers got rid of that, needed more trimming, but I liked the wider look anyways

305/35r24 fit perfect on my stock 2015, so I am sure the 305/55r20s should be fine with the level. May need some minor trimming
 

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The 305/55r20s on my 2013 on stock wheels rubbed on the sway bar at full lock. Not sure if its the same on the 2017? 2" hubcentric spacers got rid of that, needed more trimming, but I liked the wider look anyways

305/35r24 fit perfect on my stock 2015, so I am sure the 305/55r20s should be fine with the level. May need some minor trimming

Is 2" minimum on spacers or could you go less? I have 33x12.5x20 Federal Couragia MT's with a 2" Zone leveling kit. They do rub on the sway bar now.
 

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I am running that exact setup on my ‘15 Sierra. 305/55/20 with a Fuel wheel (+20), Pro-Comp 2-1/4” level kit. It works perfectly, with no tire rub, even at lockout.
I have noticed the Tahoe is slightly lower at stock then the Sierra was. Not sure if you could contribute that to weight or a different spring up front. I wouldn’t guess there would be much rubbing, but. A quick trim to the fender liner would do the trick.
PS...I too am running a 305/35/24 tire and wheel combo on my ‘19 Tahoe.
 

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Is 2" minimum on spacers or could you go less? I have 33x12.5x20 Federal Couragia MT's with a 2" Zone leveling kit. They do rub on the sway bar now.

1.75" is the minimum you can go without having to cut the wheel studs. I went with 2" just to be safe.
Make sure they are HUBCENTRIC. That's the safest way to go.
 

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1.75" is the minimum you can go without having to cut the wheel studs. I went with 2" just to be safe.
Make sure they are HUBCENTRIC. That's the safest way to go.

Thank you for the response! Okay, that's understandable now. Any way you could provide a picture of how it looks?
 

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The lift is 3.5" - Bilstien 5100 lift struts at 2.5" and a 1" upper strut spacer.
2" Hubcentric Wheel Spacers
305/55r20 wrangler Duratracs

full
 
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The lift is 3.5" - Bilstien 5100 lift struts at 2.5" and a 1" upper strut spacer.
2" Hubcentric Wheel Spacers
305/55r20 wrangler Duratracs

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Oh my, she's a beauty!! I really like that setup. How does the drive feel? Thank you for providing a picture for reference. Did you have to replace anything else for the lift to work? Like brake line extension, upper control arm, etc... Anyway you could provide a link to where you purchased? It would be highly appreciated! That setup is EXACTLY what I am looking for! :cheers:
 

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