Lift Kits or Front spacers???

[KCZ71]

Hi I have a new 2011 Tahoe Z71. I would like to put different wheels (18" Method) and bigger off-road tires (BFG Mud-Terrain) on. Is 2 1/2" front end leveling lifts work (I want to keep it simple). What size tires can I use? Don't think I want to do suspension lift but open too suggestions. Just looking for what will work the best. Thanks ... Oh, I live in chicago any suggestion on where to have it done? I am new to all this.

 

[Blackz]

305/55r18, i would get a 1inch rear spacer too

 

[bigbluebowtie]

I have 1 1/2" leveling in the front and am running 305 60r18 terra grapplers on eagle alloy 18 by 8.5 +23 offset.

No rubbing

 

[InTruckDesign]

This is one I just did...Believe it or not, ...1.5" front leveling kit and 18x9 XD addicts, used the stock tires and the wheels made them look totally different

 

[KCZ71]

Thanks guys, great info and pic's. One last question, who should I have install the leveling kit, Chevy dealer or tire shop?

---------- Post added at 07:43 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:03 PM ----------

Thanks guys, great info and pic's. One last question, who should I have install the leveling kit, guess I will go with the CCm 2 1/2" in front and 1" in rear. So who should I have install it the Chevy dealer or tire shop?

 

[fco_gonzo]

Ken,

I would try to get all this done a shop that has done this before, normally I stay away from the dealership for aftermarket stuff. In my experience, the dealer had the least amount of knowledge when it came to aftermarket stuff. Take your time, shop around, and you'll find a good shop that can do this. my $.02.

 

[mcm1209]

I'm in Houston and have installed a bunch of these.
It's very easy. Look online for how to's

 

[Wakinvol]

I'm in Houston and have installed a bunch of these.
It's very easy. Look online for how to's

Agreed!

 

[KCZ71]

Hi fco_gonzo, thanks for your recommendations. I really like the look of your Z71. I really don't want to do a 4" suspension lift. Is there a leveling kit that would let me use a 33-34 inch tire like a Nitto 285/65/18 (32.82" height) or the BFG Mud-Terrain 284/70/18 (33.7" height) or is that too much of a lift for a leveling kit ? Also wish they still made a replacement hood for 2011 like the one you have. Your opinion would be greatly appreciated. Ken

 

[Wakinvol]

CCM makes a good/affordable 2.5/1 leveling kit. Easy to install and would be great for the Nitto's you mentioned.