07 LTZ minimum wheel size?

[GIZZ]

Hi, the reason I'm asking is because I'm trying to reuse my 17" oe aluminum wheels(winter setup) on a new to me 2007 Tahoe LTZ. The rims do not clear the front lower ball joints, not by a long shot. I ran these rims on my 01 Denali just fine. I did see a pic here of an oe 17" on a NNBS Denali, maybe the and front suspension or ball joint is different?

Anybody know of a 17" aluminum or steel wheel with a larger inside diameter that will work so I can reuse my winter tires? TIA

Here is a pic of the issue,

 

[02Burgundybeast]

17" wheel should clear without issue.

 

[GIZZ]

I wish it did, maybe these specific GM wheels have a smaller drum? I got them of Craigslist maybe 6-8 yrs ago, not sure if off a truck or SUV.

 

[02Burgundybeast]

Is the front lowered on the 07? Looks like the hub is mounted higher than stock. could also be the picture.

 

[YukonandtheHOE]

Nnbs is 17'' minimum on the front.
Looks like an after market lower Ball joint? Grind the threads flush with the nut!

 

[yates ™]

Like said, 17s. I concur that the LBJ is an aftermarket that will not work.

 

[GIZZ]

Is the front lowered on the 07? Looks like the hub is mounted higher than stock. could also be the picture.

Bingo! I think you got it. Lowered didn't cross my mind, like I said this truck is new to me.

I looked at grinding the ball joint, would have to grind too much to clear.

 

[YukonandtheHOE]

Lowered 4x4?

 

[sumo]

Lowered 4x4?

What's wrong with that? I'm a lowered 4x4

Yes it is lowered. You will need to trim the ball joints like I did.

 

[yates ™]

Lowered 4x4?

Thinking lowering my 4x4 truck and have had an air bagged 4x4 Yukon