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Old 11-06-2015, 01:39 AM
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I'm smarter than that, I would never stack blocks.
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I'm looking at the skyjacker soft ride setup. Anyone have any experience with this kit?
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Add a leaf is very easy and fast to install.
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Blocks tend to axle wrap issues id go with a nice shock set up and an add-a-leaf
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I think bilsteins add lift. If it were my truck and I towed a lot, it would get blocks and bags. I would only use the bags (aired up) while towing though.

This would be my approach also.
Old 11-07-2015, 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by powerranger262
I need to get my truck leveled back out, I really don't want to be associated with those dicks who squat their trucks!
I just got all new front end componenets. UCAs, ball joints, tie rods, and sway bar links. My truck feels brand new again. It's a little late right now to go measure, but I think the front is sitting higher than the back. I've noticed it a little bit before the new parts, but it seems higher now.
I always have about 250 pounds of tools back there, but that shouldn't make it have a noticeable reverse rake, I feel anyways.
So my question is, should I go add-a-leaf, blocks, or bags? I tow enough that the bags would be used, but they are a little pricey.
I also don't want my ride to suffer too much. So what's your opinions?
2007 4wd screw 2.5" level with 325/60/18 terra grapplers.
Everyone that has alittle squat in the back is a dick? Haha ok. I believe is just personal preference on how youd like your truck to look, i know i prefer a small squat, and ive never been called a dick for it. But back on topic, bags will definitely help just running the minimum 5lbs they say to at all times, and they definitely help with towing stability, you can get a billet aluminum
Old 11-07-2015, 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by powerranger262
I need to get my truck leveled back out, I really don't want to be associated with those dicks who squat their trucks!
I just got all new front end componenets. UCAs, ball joints, tie rods, and sway bar links. My truck feels brand new again. It's a little late right now to go measure, but I think the front is sitting higher than the back. I've noticed it a little bit before the new parts, but it seems higher now.
I always have about 250 pounds of tools back there, but that shouldn't make it have a noticeable reverse rake, I feel anyways.
So my question is, should I go add-a-leaf, blocks, or bags? I tow enough that the bags would be used, but they are a little pricey.
I also don't want my ride to suffer too much. So what's your opinions?
2007 4wd screw 2.5" level with 325/60/18 terra grapplers.
First off, i worked at 4wp for 10 years as technition and service manager and i can tell you that those components u replaced have nothing to do with ride height. So if you you have noticed a squat now, apperently youve been one of those "dicks" the whole time....with that said, is everyone that has alittle squat in the back is a dick? Haha ok. I believe its just personal preference on how youd like your truck to look, i know i prefer a small squat, and ive never been called a dick for it, as a matter of fact i get compliments all the time on my truck, But back on topic, bags will definitely help just running the minimum 5lbs they say to at all times, and they definitely help with towing stability, you can get a billet aluminum block cheap as small as one inch, but then obviously need u bolts as well. An add a leaf is the worst option if you want to keep your current ride quality.
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Dicks only double post.....squatting is stupid as the OP stated. Back on topic.... He doesnt want his truck to squat. Hence the reason for his post. He asked for advice, not if you like the squat look.
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Exactly the reason for this post. I don't want to be a dick. Squatting a truck has to he the dumbest thing I have ever seen in my entire life. It is making me dumber by the second just having to write a post about it.
Blocks aren't out of the question yet, but I think I am leaning towards the add-a-leaf. I haven't read any reviews on the ride quality suffering very much, and I could use the extra strength back there for towing.
I figure I'll try them out for $130, and if I don't like them, I'll go a different route.
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Air bags, air shocks, or new springs are your options. It's odd that your springs would be so worn that your squatting because you replaced components in the front.


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