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Old Sep 30, 2009 | 01:50 PM
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I have a 04 Z71 not lifted and found some tires from Nitto 305/70R17 that I like. Will these fit without rubbing???
 
Old Sep 30, 2009 | 02:30 PM
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They will fit with stock 17" wheels, but will be tight. esp. if the front end is stock height.
i have aftermarket keys and 295/70/17, and i wouldnt want to go bigger.



 
Old Sep 30, 2009 | 03:08 PM
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I would get a set of keys or a leveling kit. Then they should fit with a little bit of trimming. Then you would need to be carfull when turning and braking or they will rub.

They will end up being 33.81"x 12.00" R17. (Just for those guys that are curious about the actual height)
 
Old Oct 1, 2009 | 07:46 AM
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Thanks guys! Don't want to sound like a rookie, but what and where are the leveling keys and where can I get some??
 
Old Oct 1, 2009 | 07:48 AM
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ebay, type in chevy leveling kit. you will find a ton of keys there.
 
Old Oct 2, 2009 | 12:26 PM
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Or you can go to any off road shop and they will probably have a leveling kit there for your truck, or at least a set of keys.

If you go too high with the keys then I would recommend getting a new longer set of shocks.
 
Old Oct 5, 2009 | 08:14 AM
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stock i guarantee it will rub. you could go with a bigger key and get about 2 inches of lift. but your shocks will be very tight. and the ride will be rough. is there a good deal on these tires though?
 
Old Oct 5, 2009 | 07:41 PM
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I heard some one said if you were changing keys on your Chevy then buy Keys for a Ford Ranger and they work better? Anyone ever heard of this?
 
Old Oct 6, 2009 | 07:28 AM
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Originally Posted by timber74wolf
I heard some one said if you were changing keys on your Chevy then buy Keys for a Ford Ranger and they work better? Anyone ever heard of this?
ford f150 keys do the same as an aftermarket key. go to ebay and buy the cheapest one that looks like oem quality, they all do the same thing.
 
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