Tires and Wheels - Thoughts

[NPietracupa]

Hey folks. A new Ram owner from Manitoba, Canada here.

Just trying to spice up the dodge a bit, and I thought I would start with a new set of wheels and tires, but am just wanting a confirmation or any tips and suggestions that anyone would like to pass along. Any and all information passed on would be awesome.

What I got: 2015 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Hemi 5.7 (Orange)

What I want: Wheels - 4x Fuel Vapor 20x9 (offset to be determined)
Tires - 4x Toyo Open Country MT 35/12.5/20R
Stock style stance levelling kit - front paired with a rear end kit to give it at 2-3 inch overall lift because I do a lot of heavy hauling.

My question to you guys is: Do you think there would be any concern for rubbing anywhere? Should I get the wheels with an offset to avoid this? If so, what should it be? Should I just get spacers? What is everyone's thoughts on the tires sticking out, compared to the standard even. (wanting a mean look for the orange and black concept)

Look forward to hearing from you,
Nick

 

[HemiPower36]

All I have on my truck are the Bil 5100 set at 2.1" and it isn't exactly level, but pretty darn close. I am running 20" fuel wheels and 35x12.5 toyo MT. I don't have any rubbing at all. I do have a custom steel bumper that does free up some wiggle room.

However, you mentioned a "rear end kit," which, I am assuming are just blocks? So, you can prob go 2.8" like a lot of people on RF and have no issues with rubbing at all.

I like when the tires stick out a little, but not an obvious over the top look. Mine don't stick out at all. I don't want dirt, armor all, etc., spraying the crap out of my truck.

 

[Csanders1992]

If you haul heavy I would either do bilsteins at 2.1 with air bags in the back, or 2.8 with a 3/4" inch rear spacer and air bags


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[MADDOG]

With 12.50's you will want some wheels with a 12 to 18mm offset to clear the inside.

As far as a level kit, 2" might get you want you need to clear a 35 but it's gonna be damn tight.

 

[Jerry1984]

Here is what a 12.5 wide tire with a 9 inch wide wheel with -13 offset looks like. I would say if you want an aggressive stance go with a 0 or negative offset. I only have a 2 inch level and could fit 35s. Only have 33s now and there is room. Will be upsizing tires when it comes time to buy.

 

[NPietracupa]

All I have on my truck are the Bil 5100 set at 2.1" and it isn't exactly level, but pretty darn close. I am running 20" fuel wheels and 35x12.5 toyo MT. I don't have any rubbing at all. I do have a custom steel bumper that does free up some wiggle room.

However, you mentioned a "rear end kit," which, I am assuming are just blocks? So, you can prob go 2.8" like a lot of people on RF and have no issues with rubbing at all.

I like when the tires stick out a little, but not an obvious over the top look. Mine don't stick out at all. I don't want dirt, armor all, etc., spraying the crap out of my truck.

What are you running for an offset, if any?

 

[NPietracupa]

With 12.50's you will want some wheels with a 12 to 18mm offset to clear the inside.

As far as a level kit, 2" might get you want you need to clear a 35 but it's gonna be damn tight.

Would you suggest just going 33, instead of the 35?