Can I stay with 35 inch tires?

**CodyG19** · 10-29-2009, 01:02 AM

I have a 2004 gmc 1500 z71 with a 6 inch bds suspension lift, 20 inch wheels and 35 inch nitto A/T's. The front tires rub and i want some more clearance, i was looking into a 3 inch body lift with bumper relocation and gap guards. Will I be alright staying with 35 inch tires after doing the body lift? Will it look weird. Does anybody have a 6 suspension and 3 body and 35's with pics?

**redneckarmyMP** · 10-29-2009, 01:06 AM

how bad do they rub?i would try a leveling kit before i went with a 3 inch body.i think itd be much easier and cheaper

**1ATony** · 10-29-2009, 11:47 AM

Welcome to the site Cody.

**canislupis69** · 10-29-2009, 08:52 PM

Welcome to the site. I have an 08 1500 with a 6 inch BDS lift, 20 inch rims and 35 inch tires and had the same problem with rubbing. I installed a 1 1/2 inch leveling kit in the front and replaced the block in the back for a larger one. Rubbing is gone.

**Eddie Z71** · 10-29-2009, 09:41 PM

Hi, and welcome to the site!

**Shorty 71** · 10-29-2009, 10:48 PM

Welcome to the forum!

**mehoff400** · 10-29-2009, 11:59 PM

how bad do they rub..do the just rub on the valance on the front bumper...just trim it a little and rubbing will go away i have a 6 inch and 35's..but it's really a 4 inch lift...mine doesnt rub with front valance trimmed

**CodyG19** · 11-02-2009, 09:32 AM

Thanks guys, it runs pretty good in the front, but my fenders have already been shaved a little. How much more clearance would the leveling kit give me? I have my torsion bars adjusted to were my truck is sittin level now. Keep all the good advice comin.

**TRPLXL2** · 11-02-2009, 10:02 AM

Welcome to the club!

It's got to be the offset or backspacing for the rims, because I have seen people with that setup and they have had it all done with just a 6" suspension lift. I believe that Darcy has that exact setup on here as well, his screen name is Dwill3015 check out his albums he is also a moderator.