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2013 Chevrolet Suburban
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Suburban lift kit

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Old Jul 3, 2020 | 11:11 PM
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I installed a 6 inch lift from rough country for my 2017 surburban. Per their representative I should be able to run 35 inch tires with no problem. The tires rub so bad that I can’t drive it. Does anyone have any advice or fixes?
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Old Oct 27, 2020 | 2:09 PM
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Originally Posted by xuph273rpq
I installed a 6 inch lift from rough country for my 2017 surburban. Per their representative I should be able to run 35 inch tires with no problem. The tires rub so bad that I can’t drive it. Does anyone have any advice or fixes?
Maybe wheel spacers. However I would not go too far, they can be dangerous.
I have a 2017 LT and I have a 2 inch leveling kit - front only and I have standard sized tires and factory rims. My tires rub a little....

Doesn't make sense, I know, such a small lift in front but I get rubbing as well.
Best bet in my opinion is to get offset rims. Make sure you go to a Pro shop where they know what they are doing.

If you get offset rims then its the safe equivalent of wheel spacers. Offset rims is the right way to go. But its more $$$

--sam


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Old Oct 27, 2020 | 2:16 PM
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Yes, a different offset is likely the key. It would also help if you said where it rubs and provide pics. I also agree with @Sam Fazzina and I am not a fan of any wheel spacers. Going too big with those can be dangerous.

Because of the increased pressures on the rest of your steering and suspension after installing a lift and bigger tires, be prepared to get the money out for new suspension and steering components.

Also, welcome to the forum from Oregon.

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