17 Inch Wheels & Zone Leveling Kit

[Koppster]

I'm looking hard at a Zone 1.75 inch leveling kit and 17 Methods/0 offset.

What say y'all?

Thanks
Rick

 

[ZR2EDDYB]

I am always confused when members say anything over 1” is a leveling kit. My understanding is 1.75” is well over level.

 

[AXE]

I'm looking hard at a Zone 1.75 inch leveling kit and 17 Methods/0 offset.

What say y'all?

Thanks
Rick

-12 offset FTW

 

[AXE]

I am always confused when members say anything over 1” is a leveling kit. My understanding is 1.75” is well over level.

Yep, mine was only off 3/4 inch. You would need a larger block in the rear to be level.......unless you like the California Lean or the trophy truck look.

 

[Koppster]

2022-2023 Chevy/GMC 1500 ZR2 / AT4X Leveling Kit

Tire 33x11.50 on 20x9 0 offset wheelMax tire with trimming 295/60-20, 20x9 0 offset wheelFeatures interlocking ‘puzzle-type’ pre-load spacer for easy installationIncludes DOM tube steel upper control arms with TCT maintenance-free pivot bushings.Retains factory turning radius.Includes ReadyGuard...

www.readylift.com

Anybody try this kit?

Also, being told 17 inch wheels are a gamble for hitting calipers...

 

[Koppster]

So, I believe I have made up my mind and have some questions:

Peak 2.25" kit - Anyone know if they offer military discounts?

Method 305 with zero offset (Still deciding on color choice, would love to see pictures)

Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac RT 295/70/18 (fit without trimming?)

My big question is can I put the Method 305s and Wrangler 295/70/18s on the truck BEFORE I have the kit installed? I ask because I don't want to buy wheels/tires from lift installers. I am planning to buy the wheel/tires from Discount Tire first so they can be on the truck when the install is done.

Thanks All,
Rick

 

[AXE]

So, I believe I have made up my mind and have some questions:

Peak 2.25" kit - Anyone know if they offer military discounts?

Method 305 with zero offset (Still deciding on color choice, would love to see pictures)

Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac RT 295/70/18 (fit without trimming?)

My big question is can I put the Method 305s and Wrangler 295/70/18s on the truck BEFORE I have the kit installed? I ask because I don't want to buy wheels/tires from lift installers. I am planning to buy the wheel/tires from Discount Tire first so they can be on the truck when the install is done.

Thanks All,
Rick

There are pictures with Methods 305s installed. Yes you'll rub when you install 295s with 0 offset and wider wheels. Might not be enough to tear stuff up, but it could. I would proceed with caution.

 

[Koppster]

There are pictures with Methods 305s installed. Yes you'll rub when you install 295s with 0 offset and wider wheels. Might not be enough to tear stuff up, but it could. I would proceed with caution.

Thanks Axe, appreciate the reply. So the next part of that question would be after the Peak kit is on and my installer makes minor trims, will that Goodyear tire and wheel combo not rub?

 

[AXE]

Thanks Axe, appreciate the reply. So the next part of that question would be after the Peak kit is on and my installer makes minor trims, will that Goodyear tire and wheel combo not rub?

You can search my detailed post on trimming for Method 305s -18 and 295s. I think some guys are not trimming after the level kit. Depends upon the tire and rim width. They all end up being a little different configuration. It's not hard to trim. I did all the hard work so you don't have to.

 

[JoshH]

So, I believe I have made up my mind and have some questions:

Peak 2.25" kit - Anyone know if they offer military discounts?

Method 305 with zero offset (Still deciding on color choice, would love to see pictures)

Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac RT 295/70/18 (fit without trimming?)

My big question is can I put the Method 305s and Wrangler 295/70/18s on the truck BEFORE I have the kit installed? I ask because I don't want to buy wheels/tires from lift installers. I am planning to buy the wheel/tires from Discount Tire first so they can be on the truck when the install is done.

Thanks All,
Rick

I can't say for sure it won't rub, but I will share my experience with a similar setup. I put a 17x8.5 zero offset wheel on my truck with a 285/75 tire which is about half an inch taller but also about half an inch narrower than the 295/70 you're looking at. I do not experience any rub at all even under hard flex off road.

 

[Dnickel21]

I can't say for sure it won't rub, but I will share my experience with a similar setup. I put a 17x8.5 zero offset wheel on my truck with a 285/75 tire which is about half an inch taller but also about half an inch narrower than the 295/70 you're looking at. I do not experience any rub at all even under hard flex off road.

When you say, similar setup.. are you running stock suspension or a level?

 

[squirrellysteve]

I can't say for sure it won't rub, but I will share my experience with a similar setup. I put a 17x8.5 zero offset wheel on my truck with a 285/75 tire which is about half an inch taller but also about half an inch narrower than the 295/70 you're looking at. I do not experience any rub at all even under hard flex off road.

Which tires did you go with? Looking to do the same. Noticed there’s some minor size differences with different brands. If possible, would appreciate a pic so I can see before buying. TIA

 

[Koppster]

Part way there, waiting on Peak kit

 

[ZR2NYC]

Part way there, waiting on Peak kit

thats a nice upgrade...did you post geometry you went with?

 

[Koppster]

thats a nice upgrade...did you post geometry you went with?

Thank you, those are Method 305 18X9 with -12 offset. The tires are Mickey Thompson Baja A/T 295/70R18.

 

[Koppster]

Truck is dirty, weather sucks in San Antonio, but I am really happy. Blackjack Performance, New Braunfels TX (owned by Tim Duncan). Looks like they learned their trim/cut strategy from AXE.

 

[ZR2NYC]

Truck is dirty, weather sucks in San Antonio, but I am really happy. Blackjack Performance, New Braunfels TX (owned by Tim Duncan). Looks like they learned their trim/cut strategy from AXE.

nice

 

[ZR2NYC]

Truck is dirty, weather sucks in San Antonio, but I am really happy. Blackjack Performance, New Braunfels TX (owned by Tim Duncan). Looks like they learned their trim/cut strategy from AXE.

can you send me some Black's bbq? not too much just some brisket, a few slabs of ribs, 2 giant beef ribs, a smoked chicken, some of those sausage links, a few pints of norma jeans beans and mac and cheese. thanks in advance.

 

[Koppster]

can you send me some Black's bbq? not too much just some brisket, a few slabs of ribs, 2 giant beef ribs, a smoked chicken, some of those sausage links, a few pints of norma jeans beans and mac and cheese. thanks in advance.

Love me some Blacks! On the way! Lol

 

[ZR2NYC]

Love me some Blacks! On the way! Lol

good sport, lol!!