King 2.5 (lite) upgrade

I'm new to this suspension modification stuff. I know the basics like nomenclature and what each component does. But as I sift though the massive amount of options, I feel like it's becoming more overwhelming and harder to calculate.

I got a great deal on King 2.5s (non-adjustable) for my front and rear and have those inbound. My original plan was just to throw them on at stock height until I could get some UCAs and then push the front and rear up 2" (still wanting to keep factory rake).

My dilemma seems to be with the rear and with wheels. I already have a set of 17x8.5" Method 305s. I was planning on 285/70R17 K02s for tires. But as I look at them and think about it, I am not sure I would be able to put the wheels/tires on until I actually lift the truck.

To counter that, I thought about just throwing on a Deaver AAL for the rear, set the front at 1.5" and be done until the UCAs come in.

Is this correct thinking? Would the truck be able to be aligned with King 2.5s lifted up 1.5" in front on stock UCAs and 1.5" in rear with Deaver AAL? Would it be able to clear 285/70R17 tires on a 17" wheel with 0 offset and 4.75" backspace?

Thanks in advance.

 

UCAs should be installed at about 2” of lift in the front. Sure, you can install the King and adjust to the height you want. I’m in Renton and have Toytec single AAL already installed on a set of rear leafs off a 3rd gen if you want to buy/pick up them for $50 for the pair.

couple things to think about if you haven’t

• ECGS bushings
• Are your wheel off sets enough to not need a CMC to fit 285/70-17?

 

Messaged you.

 

An IFS ride height adjustment doesn't in general allow you to fit larger tires, because the tire still needs to travel up the same distance and fit into the same wheel well. To fit larger tires beyond certain constraints, you need to play with the wheel placement via alignment and trim/bash the wheel well to fit; that or install a drop bracket and/or body lift.