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Old Oct 27, 2018 | 03:12 PM
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Looking to Lower My 03 Sierra, plan to use a Belltech kit with shocks for 2/4 inch drop. I am currently running later model rims and tires Goodyear 275/55/r20.
Any pics of a similar set up or advice would be appreciated.
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Old Oct 27, 2018 | 05:27 PM
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Here is my old 2006 single cab long bed with 275/55/20's on it.


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Old Oct 27, 2018 | 06:19 PM
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Here is my old 2006 single cab long bed with 275/55/20's on it.


thnx brother, I like the look
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Old Oct 28, 2018 | 12:14 PM
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This will be exactly what it looks like. I run Belltech hangers and shackles in the rear with 2" drop springs up front. Belltech street performance drop shocks. Also have a Belltech bolt -in C-Notch because I had very little clearance after the drop.

Same wheels as you. I'm now on a 275-45-20.

You will likely have to roll the fender in the back to keep from rubbing with a load. I did. I just ground a little bit off of it, and it's good to go.

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Old Oct 28, 2018 | 12:17 PM
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This was it before I put the 275-45-20 on it. This picture is with the OEM 275-55-20 tires that came with the wheels.

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Old Oct 28, 2018 | 03:32 PM
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Not a single cab but you get the idea. Those are 18” Tahoe Hybrid wheels.
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This will be exactly what it looks like. I run Belltech hangers and shackles in the rear with 2" drop springs up front. Belltech street performance drop shocks. Also have a Belltech bolt -in C-Notch because I had very little clearance after the drop.

Same wheels as you. I'm now on a 275-45-20.

You will likely have to roll the fender in the back to keep from rubbing with a load. I did. I just ground a little bit off of it, and it's good to go.

Thanks for the response, ill be dropping it in the next few weeks. I love the look. Your truck is beautiful btw

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Old Oct 28, 2018 | 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by 97_ek
This was it before I put the 275-45-20 on it. This picture is with the OEM 275-55-20 tires that came with the wheels.

How bad was the ride before the c notch ? wasn't planning on notching it yet. My 94 was dropped 5/7 c notched flipped and still banged once and while on bumps. If its the same as that it wont bother me too much.
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Old Oct 31, 2018 | 06:32 AM
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How bad was the ride before the c notch ? wasn't planning on notching it yet. My 94 was dropped 5/7 c notched flipped and still banged once and while on bumps. If its the same as that it wont bother me too much.
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I was constantly hitting the bumpstops before I notched it. I didn't originally plan on notching yet either, but it definitely needed it. If I had anything at all in the bed, it basically rode on the stops. If you go 2/4, my guess is a notch will come soon after.

Thanks for the compliment on the truck. It's slowly getting closer to how I want it to be.
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Old Nov 8, 2018 | 05:31 PM
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Here's my 03 step side. I have the 2/4 bell tech shackles and springs. Would like some extra travel in the rear. Debating on what to do.
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