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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 01:10 PM
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Hey all I've looked around and can't see any issues like I'm seeing. I work at a Ford dealership we install some RC lifts mostly the 4 and 6". Now some people want the cheap way and put in a leveling kit. We r seeing issues (not with kits we've installed) like cv boots tearing at hub end and wheel bearings/ iwe's. Also steering racks going. Anyone else seeing this? Any help is appreciated. Thanks

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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 04:06 PM
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Leveling kits can put too much angle and strain on the axles and ball joints etc depending on the full setup and the height added. Not everyone has an issue but some due.
Traditional drop bracket lift kits just move the mounting points lower.
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 04:10 PM
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What size leveling kits are you seeing cause these problems? They say anything over 2.5" will cause some problems.
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 04:12 PM
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You install the rc lift at the dealer? Do you guys honor the warranty still?
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by kidastra
You install the rc lift at the dealer? Do you guys honor the warranty still?
My dealer does
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 04:58 PM
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Originally Posted by zimmer0

My dealer does
Where you located?
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 05:12 PM
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That is normally where I have seen people post about issues. Aftermarket upper control arms can sometimes help with these issues.
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 05:17 PM
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Where you located?
Louisiana
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 05:20 PM
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Louisiana
Yeah way to far lol
You guys ever notice with a rc 4 inch, clunking noises in 4x4 when turning?
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 05:57 PM
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Where in louisiana, i live in Thibodaux
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