1997 Tahoe. Do I need a lift?

[chevytruckguy]

Awesome forum guys. I have searched for hours looking for answers to my question..

I have a 97 Tahoe, 4X4, 2 door, all stock suspension.

I am getting conflicting information from rim and tire dealers around here and I'm just looking for some input from you guys.

I would like two know if I need a lift my truck to fit..... 16" or 17" American Racing ATX Artillery wheels with 285/75/16 or 17" Goodyear DuraTracs?. Does the offset of these ATX rims cause rubbing problems?. I am looking for a minimal lift if I do need one.

Truck is coming out of the paint shop soon. I'd be glad to show pics once she's done..

Thanks for any help.

 

[SunlitComet]

you should be able to handle 285's on 16" or 17" without any issues. at worse you might have to crank the front keys just a bit.

 

[Milky1112]

you should be able to handle 285's on 16" or 17" without any issues. at worse you might have to crank the front keys just a bit.

Agree with Sun on this one.. Crank keys a bit (I have 275/75/17's on mine) Or when ya hit a dip you'll rub a bit.. Cranking will fix that issue and they will work.

 

[SunlitComet]

get an alignment after cranking.

 

[97TahoeLT]

285/75/16 looks good

 

[chevytruckguy]

Thanks guys!. Much appreciated. I ordered the wheels and rubber today.