255/85/16 and lift q (repost...i know)

[MZ-N10]

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[Ldub]

That all sounds about right...you shouldn't have to trim the cladding anywhere but in front of the front tires with the stock rims & that much lift.

285/75x16" fit just fine on the stock rims & the extra sidewall bulge helps protect the rim from off-road nasties.

Most take a "wait & see" approach to the potential CV boot issues...some have experienced tearing, while others have had no problems.
I ordered a set of Mechatech boots from Independent 4x4 just to have on hand.

Good luck with whatever you decide.