big bad Jeepster
10-28-2002, 09:35 AM
I have a 77 chevy stepside with a 4" lift, 35" groundhawgs, and 4.56's. Its time for new tires and I wouild like to run 36x12.50 TSL's. Is this possible with virgin fenders? The 35x14.5's seem to clear just fine.
charlo
10-28-2002, 05:47 PM
Since they are 2" narrower I would guess your fine but its just a guess. :flipoff2:
Red Chevy Girl
10-28-2002, 06:16 PM
Its hard to say on my old 4" lift I had to trim the fenders to fit 35's when i twisted up before trimming them they really scrapped, best way is to find some who has a set and try them on your rig to see if they fit before buying them
sunshineoffroad
10-28-2002, 06:39 PM
If you are running a half ton suspension, then no. You will need a 6". If you are running a 3/4 or 1 ton suspension, shouldn't be a problem. I have a 4" lift on my Chevy K20 and ran 36-12.50 TSL's w/o a problem.
Enter the sawzall and I now have room for 38's! :flipoff2:
big bad Jeepster
10-29-2002, 02:37 AM
Well I guess the only way is to try. If they do rub Im guessing it will be in the front lower fenders. Nothing a sawzall cant fix! Thanks for everyones input.
lefthand
10-29-2002, 06:34 AM
Originally posted by sunshineoffroad
If you are running a half ton suspension, then no. You will need a 6". If you are running a 3/4 or 1 ton suspension, shouldn't be a problem. I have a 4" lift on my Chevy K20 and ran 36-12.50 TSL's w/o a problem.
So I guess this is attributed to the inceased tube diameter and / or the raised spring perches?
(Just re-read my post, talk about flame bait. Oh well.)
sunshineoffroad
10-29-2002, 07:02 AM
Yes, the increased stance of the 3/4 or one ton allows for a little extra tire. It is like having a 2" lift from the factory. Just line up a 1/2 ton next to a 1 ton and you will know what I mean. 4" lift with a little sawzall work on my 3/4 ton, and i am ready for 38's. Just found some boggers actually, and am just waiting for the guy to bring the things here. Then, it is time to break the 10 bolt front! :D