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: Tire fit question


h8nopi
05-11-2005, 02:56 PM
Got a set of h2 rims coming would a set of 35x12.5x17 fit on our trucks with just the t-bar raise. If so would anything need to be cut? Also I have a set of buckstop bumpers coming would that be better or worse for tire fitment.
Thanks
Josh

VFRRider
05-11-2005, 08:04 PM
No, will not fit with just a TBar raise. Will need to cut lower valance, cannot use front mudflaps (oem), inner wheel well liner will need to be cut at front of tire, and tucked back on both sides at rear of tires, sheetmetal in same area will need to be tapped back with a rubber mallet very slightly, parking brake cable will need to be tied back, and you still may have some rubbing on fender and centerlink at full lock.

OEM Bumper can be moved forward (see my mod in Do it Yourself and Useful Articles Section) if you wish. Most Aftermarket bumpers afford you more clearance than the OEM. The 35x12.5x17's are slightly larger than 315/70/17's that come on the H2 rims, I've had both, I had a set of XTerrains in 35x12.5x17 and they were a hair taller.

Hope this helps.
Mike

h8nopi
05-11-2005, 09:27 PM
So either the 315's or a set of 33's would do well then. Thanks for the help
Just read your DIY how long did that take you? Hopefully I won't have to do that with the 300lb. new bumper:)