I don’t really have an issue with the stock truck right now (Trialmaster + Winch and Sliders) and I think if the MT Baja King 255/85 r17s don’t rub at full flex on the existing 17” rims, then that would give me enough clearance for my needs without a lift. The problem I have is weight of my existing gear. I am trying to decide if I should pick up a trailer to tow or take it all in/on the truck. My philosophy is to keep it as stock as possible, but I need to carry about 1300lbs for my overland build, or I will tow it all in a trailer. My quick calculation is that I will have about 500lbs room on carrying capacity if I carry it on the truck, but don’t know what that will do to the clearance and ride. I also don’t know the first thing about towing…
Can I do this stock, or should I add eibach 1.75” springs? If I do the springs, will I be ok without the shocks? I know they make heavier rated stock springs, but if I am buying and installing springs already, I might as well go for a small lift.
I also am wondering if I need to do anything to the suspension if I just tow all the weight.
I greatly appreciate the opinion and advice of the forum. Thanks!
Can I do this stock, or should I add eibach 1.75” springs? If I do the springs, will I be ok without the shocks? I know they make heavier rated stock springs, but if I am buying and installing springs already, I might as well go for a small lift.
I also am wondering if I need to do anything to the suspension if I just tow all the weight.
I greatly appreciate the opinion and advice of the forum. Thanks!
