To level or not to level
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From: Florida
If you just want to get rid of the rake I would remove the rear blocks (assuming you have a 4WD truck). Then when you want bigger tires do the level and re-install the rear blocks. To me a level with stock tires looks odd due to the amount of space in the front wheel wells.
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From: AZ
Throw that spacer on there and see how you like it. You've already got the part, it's not going to cost anything to throw it on and see if you like it. I'd look at it and if you don't like it then take it back off.
Yeah this is the smallest wheel I've ever owned, and I don't even particularly like them. But, that's easily changed with money.
Yeah this is the smallest wheel I've ever owned, and I don't even particularly like them. But, that's easily changed with money.
most people like the leveled look more anyways
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From: California
Does anyone know if new UCA's will solve the issue with the angle and premature wear and tear on the suspension? It seems like people are still having issues with 2" level kits.
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
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From: Maine
UCA's won't solve the exaggerated CV angle on 4x4 trucks. That was my main worry... but with a 2" level, the angle isn't bad, and no one that responded to my poll on leveling kits indicated long-term CV problems anyway.
That doesn't mean leveling kits don't cause problems with 4x4s... but 2" seems relatively safe.
That doesn't mean leveling kits don't cause problems with 4x4s... but 2" seems relatively safe.
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From: Georgia On My Mind
FWIW
I was reluctant to add the front 2.5 leveling RC kit. I was concerned it would negatively effect the handling. I just couldn't stand that huge factory rake.
The end results are that it actually handles and drives better than the stock set-up. It was a great decision. Absolutely no regrets.
I would, however, be concerned with getting a professional to install the kit. There is the potential that a lot could go wrong and do some damage to the new expensive truck if was dismantled and installed improperly. I had a reputable 4x4 shop do mine with great results.
All that said, I wonder if just removing the rear blocks to level the truck would be a good decision. I like the higher stance of adding the front kit that it gives the truck. The truck simply looks great and the way a 4x4 should look in my opinion.
The slightly lifted/leveled truck does cry out for larger tires.
Bottom line: I'm glad I added the front lift and I'm very hard to please.
I was reluctant to add the front 2.5 leveling RC kit. I was concerned it would negatively effect the handling. I just couldn't stand that huge factory rake.
The end results are that it actually handles and drives better than the stock set-up. It was a great decision. Absolutely no regrets.
I would, however, be concerned with getting a professional to install the kit. There is the potential that a lot could go wrong and do some damage to the new expensive truck if was dismantled and installed improperly. I had a reputable 4x4 shop do mine with great results.
All that said, I wonder if just removing the rear blocks to level the truck would be a good decision. I like the higher stance of adding the front kit that it gives the truck. The truck simply looks great and the way a 4x4 should look in my opinion.
The slightly lifted/leveled truck does cry out for larger tires.
Bottom line: I'm glad I added the front lift and I'm very hard to please.
Last edited by SPOAT; Dec 6, 2016 at 08:57 PM.
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From: Alberta, Canada
Yes, but the axle is the only part that isn't increased. Your bumper, that air damn, the cab, is all higher from the ground after a level vs. stock. That 2" could be the difference in ripping off a bumper vs. not when off roading. My factory Silverado I had years ago would scrape some curbs when pulling into a parking spot. It never scrapped again after I put a level on it.
FWIW
I was reluctant to add the front 2.5 leveling RC kit. I was concerned it would negatively effect the handling. I just couldn't stand that huge factory rake.
The end results are that it actually handles and drives better than the stock set-up. It was a great decision. Absolutely no regrets.
I would, however, be concerned with getting a professional to install the kit. There is the potential that a lot could go wrong and do some damage to the new expensive truck if was dismantled and installed improperly. I had a reputable 4x4 shop do mine with great results.
All that said, I wonder if just removing the rear blocks to level the truck would be a good decision. I like the higher stance of adding the front kit that it gives the truck. The truck simply looks great and the way a 4x4 should look in my opinion.
I was reluctant to add the front 2.5 leveling RC kit. I was concerned it would negatively effect the handling. I just couldn't stand that huge factory rake.
The end results are that it actually handles and drives better than the stock set-up. It was a great decision. Absolutely no regrets.
I would, however, be concerned with getting a professional to install the kit. There is the potential that a lot could go wrong and do some damage to the new expensive truck if was dismantled and installed improperly. I had a reputable 4x4 shop do mine with great results.
All that said, I wonder if just removing the rear blocks to level the truck would be a good decision. I like the higher stance of adding the front kit that it gives the truck. The truck simply looks great and the way a 4x4 should look in my opinion.
The sudden self-inflicted urge to buy new tires that will likely follow a level install is one of the things that is affecting the decision of whether to do the level now instead of waiting. Of course if I wait out the factory tires, I will be at a point that replacing the shocks makes sense, then I'm bound to upgrade to the Fox 2.0s...
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From: Justin, TX
I would probably agree with all of that haha.
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Thanks for sharing. I kind of feel the same way above just removing the blocks, I know it would work and all and is an easy fix, but I also like the higher stance of the rear as-is.
The sudden self-inflicted urge to buy new tires that will likely follow a level install is one of the things that is affecting the decision of whether to do the level now instead of waiting. Of course if I wait out the factory tires, I will be at a point that replacing the shocks makes sense, then I'm bound to upgrade to the Fox 2.0s...
The sudden self-inflicted urge to buy new tires that will likely follow a level install is one of the things that is affecting the decision of whether to do the level now instead of waiting. Of course if I wait out the factory tires, I will be at a point that replacing the shocks makes sense, then I'm bound to upgrade to the Fox 2.0s...
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The sudden self-inflicted urge to buy new tires that will likely follow a level install is one of the things that is affecting the decision of whether to do the level now instead of waiting. Of course if I wait out the factory tires, I will be at a point that replacing the shocks makes sense, then I'm bound to upgrade to the Fox 2.0s...