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2nova2 · 03-02-2020, 02:10 PM

Calling all users, I am getting mixed reviews on using these, I just bought an 04 2500 HD and running 285/70/17s and they rub a little when backing up turning, the truck is a little squaty in the front and I would like to lift enough for the tires not to rub. By using the aftermarket keys how much rougher will the ride be. Sorry if this one of those beat to death posts but I wasn't really seeing the answer in the search portion.
Jim

2nova2 · 03-03-2020, 11:05 AM

Anyone?

**jocko** · 03-03-2020, 01:13 PM

I bought leveling keys, installed them, removed them, and threw them away. Simply crank up tension with your existing keys to where you want (since it sounds like you just want to lift the front a little, maybe to level) - get the truck realigned at your convenience, and call it a day.

2nova2 · 03-03-2020, 01:42 PM

Thanks, I don't even care if level as much as clear my 285/70/17s which rub just a little when backing and turning at the same time, so I don't think I need much. How about shock length when cranking up, will I need extensions or longer shocks? or maybe I should get smaller tires like 265/70/17s

Bladeboy1998 · 03-06-2020, 12:48 AM

Agreed with what was said above. The aftermarket keys are a sham, I've ran my truck for over 150k miles with cranked factory keys and never had an issue. Even have original axle shafts. You won't need shock extensions because the suspension is still within its travel range. You could benefit from a set of bilstein 5100s for it, makes a world of difference. It's odd that your 285s rub, I cleared 285/75s without even turning the keys up, then I got my 315/75s and turned the keys up most of the way and they only rub just a little.

2nova2 · 03-06-2020, 02:48 AM

Thanks for the response, unfortunately I purchased some already only after seeing a neighbors truck has them with no issues, I wish I would of got these responses earlier.

**hatzie** · 03-06-2020, 09:47 AM

Sounds like it varies.

I had rubbing issues with 285/75-17 tires on my 2005 2500HD.
I dropped back to 265/70-17 and those fit just fine.

2nova2 · 03-06-2020, 11:42 AM

Hatzie, does your truck have the torsion keys turned up or have aftermarket?

2nova2 · 03-06-2020, 04:09 PM

So I bought the Motofab keys from Amazon so I guess I can return them and buy some Bilsteins, thoughts on that?

**hatzie** · 03-06-2020, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2nova2

Hatzie, does your truck have the torsion keys turned up or have aftermarket?

Factory turned up slightly so it's level. Doesn't matter... You can't crank them any higher than the OEM keys without changing the A-Arms for clearance.

03-02-2020, 02:10 PM	#1
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	Aftermarket Torsion Keys Calling all users, I am getting mixed reviews on using these, I just bought an 04 2500 HD and running 285/70/17s and they rub a little when backing up turning, the truck is a little squaty in the front and I would like to lift enough for the tires not to rub. By using the aftermarket keys how much rougher will the ride be. Sorry if this one of those beat to death posts but I wasn't really seeing the answer in the search portion. Jim Last edited by 2nova2; 03-02-2020 at 02:32 PM.

03-03-2020, 11:05 AM	#2
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys Anyone? __________________ 72 GMC Burb barn door 4X4 350/350 PS PB Tilt ( gone but not forgooten) 64 Chevy II V8 Loaded Wagon 2004 Chevy 2500 HD Sonoma County, Northern CA

03-03-2020, 01:13 PM	#3
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,933	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys I bought leveling keys, installed them, removed them, and threw them away. Simply crank up tension with your existing keys to where you want (since it sounds like you just want to lift the front a little, maybe to level) - get the truck realigned at your convenience, and call it a day.

03-03-2020, 01:42 PM	#4
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys Thanks, I don't even care if level as much as clear my 285/70/17s which rub just a little when backing and turning at the same time, so I don't think I need much. How about shock length when cranking up, will I need extensions or longer shocks? or maybe I should get smaller tires like 265/70/17s __________________ 72 GMC Burb barn door 4X4 350/350 PS PB Tilt ( gone but not forgooten) 64 Chevy II V8 Loaded Wagon 2004 Chevy 2500 HD Sonoma County, Northern CA Last edited by 2nova2; 03-03-2020 at 04:09 PM.

03-06-2020, 12:48 AM	#5
Bladeboy1998 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Toledo Ohio Posts: 520	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys Agreed with what was said above. The aftermarket keys are a sham, I've ran my truck for over 150k miles with cranked factory keys and never had an issue. Even have original axle shafts. You won't need shock extensions because the suspension is still within its travel range. You could benefit from a set of bilstein 5100s for it, makes a world of difference. It's odd that your 285s rub, I cleared 285/75s without even turning the keys up, then I got my 315/75s and turned the keys up most of the way and they only rub just a little.

03-06-2020, 02:48 AM	#6
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys Thanks for the response, unfortunately I purchased some already only after seeing a neighbors truck has them with no issues, I wish I would of got these responses earlier. __________________ 72 GMC Burb barn door 4X4 350/350 PS PB Tilt ( gone but not forgooten) 64 Chevy II V8 Loaded Wagon 2004 Chevy 2500 HD Sonoma County, Northern CA

03-06-2020, 09:47 AM	#7
hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 4,912	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys Sounds like it varies. I had rubbing issues with 285/75-17 tires on my 2005 2500HD. I dropped back to 265/70-17 and those fit just fine. __________________ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara 500 B383, A833 SOLD 1972 Ford F250 FE390, NP435/NP205 SOLD 1976 Chevy K20, 6.5L, NV4500/NP208 SOLD 1986 M1008 CUCV SOLD 2000 GMC C2500, TD6.5L, NV4500 2005 Chevy Silverado LS 2500HD 6.0L 4L80E/NP263 2009 Impala SS LS4 V8 RTFM... GM Parts Books, GM Schematics, GM service manuals, and GM training materials... 1973-1991 GM Light Truck Service, Unit/Overhaul, Wiring Manuals, Parts Books and Some 1968-1999 GM Service Training textbooks in PDF 1988-1998 GMT400 CK service manual project 1988-1993 GMT400 CK parts books. 1967-1972 GM Light, Medium, & Heavy Truck Service Manuals in PDF Please include at least the year and model in your threads. It'll be easier to answer your questions. And please let us know if and how your repairs were successful.

03-06-2020, 11:42 AM	#8
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys Hatzie, does your truck have the torsion keys turned up or have aftermarket? __________________ 72 GMC Burb barn door 4X4 350/350 PS PB Tilt ( gone but not forgooten) 64 Chevy II V8 Loaded Wagon 2004 Chevy 2500 HD Sonoma County, Northern CA

03-06-2020, 04:09 PM	#9
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	Re: Aftermarket Torsion Keys So I bought the Motofab keys from Amazon so I guess I can return them and buy some Bilsteins, thoughts on that? __________________ 72 GMC Burb barn door 4X4 350/350 PS PB Tilt ( gone but not forgooten) 64 Chevy II V8 Loaded Wagon 2004 Chevy 2500 HD Sonoma County, Northern CA



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