I put 1.25" all the way around on my '03. Ordered them from
ruggedrocksoffroad. I like them just fine.
Add red loctite to them and they should stay on. Also make sure all your susp parts are good to go or you'll just compound the problems.
And final point, know that tire shops will turn you down with them on due to liability.
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My X2003, 3" SL, 2" BL, 33"x11.50 BFG KM2's, 1.25" spacers, Shrockworks sliders & bumper, custom rack, Warn 8K, etc
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