Question on upgrading 2011 Yukon Denali 20" factory to 24"?

[Denaliz]

hey guys,

I have a 2011 Yukon Denali with the factory 20" Denali chrome rims and tires. I'm wanting to move up to a 22" or 24" aftermarket black pair. With the autoride on Denali's will I need to mess with the suspension or drop to achieve the same quality ride I currently have?

I'm honestly not wanting to sacrifice ride quality just for a larger pair of shoes. My wife would kick my ass if I did this and it rode like shit.

Any input or suggestions- I'm a newbie at this and thanks in advance for the feedback and direction.

 

[OHSIXX]

Hit up NORCALSS and he can dial you in right. I'm in the process of doing some stuff to my own. I just put on 22's and will be doing some suspension stuff in the next week or two. I am keeping my autoride as I also like the way it handles and rides. You can do a 2/3 drop and the ride should remain the same. You can also get helper bags for the rear if you tow and to keep that cushy ride. Don't worry.

 

[Denaliz]

Awesome! My concern was bigger shoes would equal worse ride. Am I correct that I would want to drop the car if I put on 24"'s or is that just for appearances?

I'll reach out to NORCALSS, and get the 411.

 

[Speck]

By going up to a larger size wheel, it will give a harsher ride due to the smaller side wall. The shorter you go, the harsher it will be. 22's should not be too bad. The 2/3 drop will give a nice asthetic appearance, but will also give better cornering if you add sway bars. You can maintain the factory ride quality with a proper suspension drop setup.

Joe

 

[kctyler]

22s you will be fine. 24s she will notice, mine did anyway. Been down this road many times. I have 22s now if that tells you anything.

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[Denaliz]

22s you will be fine. 24s she will notice, mine did anyway. Been down this road many times. I have 22s now if that tells you anything.

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Haa! Exactly- did you upgrade the suspension with 24"'s? I don't mind investing in the drop if it gives me a better ride on 24's. If it's for appearances only then I'd rather add it to the supercharger/cam fund.

 

[kctyler]

Stock suspension.

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[NeverSatisfied]

A 2/3 drop on 24s with a 295/35/24 tire would ride pretty much like stock. IMO it's barely noticeable in ride difference. But everyone is different

 

[93blkongreenpro]

I have 24's with 305 35 24 and it rides smooth, quiet, but has a little shake at 70-75 that i think us a balancing issue. Im running Goodrides. Over bumps is where you see the biggest difference. I tow occasionally my fathers 80 Trans-Am WS6 with his dual axle trailer 160 mile round trips and its fine. My wife doesn't mine the ride.

Stock, non-air ride suspension. 07 Yukon SLT, 93xxx miles.

I hope this helps.

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[kctyler]

I think it a lot falls into how you drive. I drive a lot of highway, seems like I was always at the tire store getting them balanced. One set I had 295/35/24 and hit a hole in the highway at 70mph and bent a wheel so bad my tire went flat. I replaced that set with new wheels/tires, went with a 305/35/24 thinking more tire = better ride. Still a little rough and still had vibration problems at 65+. Sold those 24s, replaced with another set (strictly a cosmetic change) those were not any different than any other set. I traded the last set off for some 22" replica 375s and they ride perfect. I have a 305/40/22 tire on it.

I agree with Cody up there, everyone has different styles and you may not notice. The 24s were just to much maintenance/hassle for me.