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Jan 30, 2016 | 07:59 PM

CCXVI

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83 lift question

I have an '83 F250 4x4 stock height and I'm running 33" tires right now. Online tire guides say a 4" lift will give me 35's and a 6" can run 36's. I may not understand how this all works but a 2" increase in tire size is only 1" height, so wouldn't I be able to at least gain 4" in tire size with 4" lift gain?

stock - 33
4" - 37

Right? Or is there something I'm missing?

Thanks in advance

Jan 30, 2016 | 08:05 PM

redbayredneck

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You've also got to take into account the front and rear of the wheel-well. When you go to turn, you'll scrub if your don't have enough clearance.

Also, gotta have some allowance for up travel in the suspension.

Jan 31, 2016 | 07:00 AM

Franklin2

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Depending on how you use the truck, you can push the limits. Like you are now with the stock height and the 33's. I am sure your 33's rub a little bit at full lock in the parking lot or with a big load of firewood on the back. Same with the larger tires with a lift.