Do I need a lift kit to change rim size on my truck?

Asked by jjwillis2 Aug 06, 2015 at 02:25 PM about the 2002 Chevrolet S-10 LS Crew Cab 4WD

Question type: Car Customization

I have a 2002 Chevy S-10 ZR5 and I am wanting to go from a P235/75R15 to a
P265/65R18 and my question is can I do it without a lift kit, or do I need a lift kit and if so
how many inches?

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70,925

can you mount one on the front and check turning radious ? >> 235/75-15 265/65-18 Difference Diameter inches (mm) 28.88 (733.5) 31.56 (801.7) 2.69 (68.2) 9.3% Width inches (mm) 9.25 (235) 10.43 (265) 1.18 (30) 12.8% Circum. inches (mm) 90.72 (2304.36) 99.16 (2518.61) 8.44 (214.26) 9.3% Sidewall Height inches (mm) 6.94 (176.25) 6.78 (172.25) -0.16 (-4) -2.3% Revolutions per mile (km) 698.39 (433.96) 638.98 (397.04) -59.41 (-36.92) -8.5%

Hmm. I can try that. I don't know if they would let me do that without buying the tire first.

70,925

dont drive it just see if the fit..

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Yes you will need a lift. I have 2'' body lift and 3'' suspension lift and 31s on 15'' rims still rub. I'm guessing 3'' body lift and 6'' suspension will get you close.

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