(2005 GMC Dually with Ranch hand front bumper) I am about ready to replace all the front, pitman arm, idler arm, blue idler arm support with weld in brace, pitman/idler supports,upper control arms, alignment and then tires. I have already turned the keys and run 235's. I am looking at the 255 85 16's with the spacers.

Should I get the 1 1/2 spacers or the 2" spacers?

If 1 1/2" why can't we change the stud instead of cutting?

Can I run a bigger tire than the 255 85 16?

I run 285 75 16's with the stock wheels Freds 2" spacers and leveling keys not cranked to the max and i love it!

Ive got some pics if you wanna see em!

Post em

I run 2" wheel spacers on the trucks here with 285's.

I run 2" wheel spacers on the trucks here with 285's.

X3......I have some pics in my garage.

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Okay I decided to run the 255/85/16 and not the 285's. So which spacer do you guys think will work best. You know just thinking whats 1/2". I will just order the 2" spacers. I would rather have plenty of room than to be close.

So here it is: ordered the cognito with braces, and HD idler support. Got the moog idler,moog pitman, moog outer tie rod, moog inner tie rod, spacers, 255/85/16's.

What I missed: Wheel bearings,new brakes. I may have to do the wheel bearings too if there shot.

It all depends on the tire you use, I think the 1 1/2" will probably be fine. If you get them through Fred he will take the 2" back if they are too wide. I was looking at some 19.5's for my truck, but I will probably stick with the 16's and go with the 255 Toyo M55, With the 1 1/2 spacer I should have about an 1" of space

Okay I decided to run the 255/85/16 and not the 285's. So which spacer do you guys think will work best. You know just thinking whats 1/2". I will just order the 2" spacers. I would rather have plenty of room than to be close.

So here it is: ordered the cognito with braces, and HD idler support. Got the moog idler,moog pitman, moog outer tie rod, moog inner tie rod, spacers, 255/85/16's.

What I missed: Wheel bearings,new brakes. I may have to do the wheel bearings too if there shot.

I did the 1.5" spacers with 285/70/17 and they work perfect. I did have to cut off the ends of the factory studs but did NOT get into any of the threads.... I just used a 4" cut off wheel and they grinded off very very easy. Im so glad I didnt do the 2" spacer b/c these tires stick out plenty look in my garage for pics.

I'm not certain but when you order the HD tierods is that all four pieces(from Nor cal).2 inners and 2 outers. If so I will take back the moog and get the HD ones. I was thinking it was just the outers. I wondered why anyone would just buy the HD outers and not the inners!

I'm not certain but when you order the HD tierods is that all four pieces(from Nor cal).2 inners and 2 outers. If so I will take back the moog and get the HD ones. I was thinking it was just the outers. I wondered why anyone would just buy the HD outers and not the inners!
The stock inners will not fit in the HD outers.

Yes, all four parts, two complete tie rods

I don't know why I didn't realize this earlier. Okay. I will return the moogs. Another order for nick:rolleyes:

Just go Stage 4 and never look back

Just went and returned the moog now I will order the HD tirerod kit when I get home. I bet this truck will drive great when I finish.

Thanks for all the info. Also I went to Auto Zone (timken bearings) for the hub assembly and they are out at there warehouses. I have a week or so to get this done so I will have to check back. Any other place for these?

duramaxstore.com has them about as cheap as anyone

The new tires 255/85/16

Nice looking tire and deep thread.

I use to have the cooper tires on my dually and all I can say is make sure you rotate them often. I ended up haveing to go to a 235 becasue discount tire told me they won't work on dually's with spacers.

I run 1.5" Freds spacers with 255's and love it. The tires are right in line with the fenders and have about 1.25" of space between them with the BFG MT's.

I will have to snap some pictures and post them up if you want.

yea post up the pictures. My truck is white also so that will give me a real idea of what to expect.

Okay got every thing on. Got it aligned. Put the new tires on today. 255/85/16 with the 1 1/2" spacer from Fred. Really only needed a 1" but these are fine. I will post pictures later when I get home. I Still need to paint the rims black and will put the center caps back on. I will leave the trim rings off. The alignment was $43 at the Chevrolet dealer. Took 2 1/2 hours since I had all new componets installed. Here are the specs with the cognito uca's.

L R
.3 camber .3

7. caster .7

0.0 toe 0.0


Like I said I got the alignment Wed and the tires put on today (thursday). It has a drift to the right just a little. Enough to get on your nerves. I will be going back tomorrow am to the dealer. They sadi bring it back after the tires or if I had any issues. They were very nice. (Unusual)

Pretty good price for an alignment.

Sounds all to familiar. I had mine aligned last week and put on Toyo M55's in 255/85/16. Still has a little tug to the right and the steering wheel is off just enough to be annoying.