Tires messing up tranny?? WHAT???

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06-08-2009, 01:38 AM

okvortec

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Originally Posted by mahoney1988

thanks for everyones post but i called a 4x4 place and they said 5 inch suspension lift will work just fine.

X2 on the body lift like mikeinwi suggested.. it's been discussed several times. We're just tryin to save ya some trouble

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06-08-2009, 08:38 AM

Colby 04

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To answer your original question....

Your buddy might be referring to the additional strain put on the transmission when you go to a larger diameter wheel/tire and do not re-gear your differentials appropriately. The engine name is properly spelled as "Vortec". So yes, your buddy could be right in his thoughts that bigger tires will screw your transmission up.

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06-08-2009, 10:17 AM

91chevywt

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At the very least it will shorten your transmission's life without any modifications. Changing tire size affects a lot in a vehicle, especially going to a 33" tire.