2wd 4" lift 33's or 35's?

TJames · Feb 1, 2016

ok so I have found related information on this but not a complete answer hence the new thread. Im starting my research into lifting and really like the idea of a 4 inch spindle lift that CST offers. My issue is would 33's look too small for that lift? even a beefy 33?

I really like the way a 4 inch lift looks with 35's but I wouldn't be able to go that route without re gearing as I have 3.21's on my truck. I drive a lot of highway miles so this is a big issue for me (not to mention the strain on the truck). would I be better off just getting a level and some beefy 33's?

Any info/possible pictures would be greatly appreciated

P.S. I haven't been on here in months...been in the middle of buying my first house and bunch of stuff so its good to be back, thanks again in advance!

wsutard1 · Feb 1, 2016

These guys know a ton about lifting a 2wd truck: http://www.ramforum.com/f40/lifted_2wd_4th_gen_pics-_lets_see_them-79954/

Burla · Feb 1, 2016

Google it, it is hard to believe this is a 4 inch lift, maybe it is mis labeled. Anyhow, 33 inch with a 4 inch lift IMO will look small. Maybe skip the lift and just get a level, and btw you can opt for a 34.

wsutard1 · Feb 1, 2016

FYI, 33s are stock height.

AustinB · Feb 1, 2016

Burla said:
Google it, it is hard to believe this is a 4 inch lift, maybe it is mis labeled. Anyhow, 33 inch with a 4 inch lift IMO will look small. Maybe skip the lift and just get a level, and btw you can opt for a 34.

Isn't this a 3rd gen? They naturally look a lot higher than 4th gens, stock. Not because they are, but because of shorter fenders/bumpers and rocker panels. So it could look a lot better on a 4th gen.. Would basically look like a stock 2500.

If you don't need bigger tires, and/or concerned with gas mileage. Just do a level and stock size tires.

IMO

wsutard1 · Feb 1, 2016

Better idea, get a Diablo Tuner instead of a lift. Will give you better MPG, more HP and better response. That way you actually make your truck better for what you use it for and improved its driveability.

sausec17 · Feb 1, 2016

Do the 4" spindle lift and 35" A/T tires

3" Level and Stock Tires...then 4.5" Front Spindle/1.5" Rear Spacer 35's

wsutard1 · Feb 1, 2016

AustinB's idea seems to fit your driving situation best. Just don't spend tons of money to make your truck look like it did stock.

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SixPoints_Kev · Feb 2, 2016

Burla said:
Google it, it is hard to believe this is a 4 inch lift, maybe it is mis labeled. Anyhow, 33 inch with a 4 inch lift IMO will look small. Maybe skip the lift and just get a level, and btw you can opt for a 34.

That probably has a 4" lift on it but it looks like it has a body lift as well. Definitely looks like a 7" overall as I'm guessing it has a 3" body lift.

Ram Man · Mar 18, 2016

Burla said:
Google it, it is hard to believe this is a 4 inch lift, maybe it is mis labeled. Anyhow, 33 inch with a 4 inch lift IMO will look small. Maybe skip the lift and just get a level, and btw you can opt for a 34.

This is a 2003 with a body lift and some other suspension lift FYI

sbuko213 · Mar 18, 2016

wsutard1 said:
Better idea, get a Diablo Tuner instead of a lift. Will give you better MPG, more HP and better response. That way you actually make your truck better for what you use it for and improved its driveability.

Really should be the first mod on any vehicle. Night and day difference.

AustinB · Mar 20, 2016

Yea, was going to be on mine.. Until I found out it would cost an extra $400-$500 for the 15s up.

IMO

TonyMM · Mar 20, 2016

Would 34" tires (295/65/20 or 295/60/20) on the stock wheels (20x9, WRT), without wheel spacers, and with a 4" BDS lift kit look good on a 1500 RAM with fender flares ? What do you think ?

Reo Cook · Mar 20, 2016

I rocked the 4.5" spindles on stock tires till they were worn out. Here's a pic. I don't think it looks all that bad. Maybe with a 12.50 wide it would look even better

TonyMM · Mar 20, 2016

Reo Cook said:
I rocked the 4.5" spindles on stock tires till they were worn out. Here's a pic. I don't think it looks all that bad. Maybe with a 12.50 wide it would look even better

These are the stock tires in 275/60R20 on the stock wheels (20x9) and not some 295/60/20 or 295/65/20, right ?

Reo Cook · Mar 20, 2016

That is a 100% factory setup

TonyMM · Mar 20, 2016

Reo Cook said:
That is a 100% factory setup

To me it already looks good indeed.
What do you have now ? 34? 35?

Ramunit · Mar 20, 2016

My 05 with 6" lift on 33's / 305/55/20, 20 x10 wheels

Reo Cook · Mar 20, 2016

I added 2.5" more and 37s

Lol

TonyMM · Mar 21, 2016

Reo Cook said:
That is a 100% factory setup

Without wheel spacer?

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