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Apr 4, 2013 | 01:19 AM

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Solid_Crimson

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How would I know if my shocks are worn.....

Apr 4, 2013 | 01:27 AM

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Rusty Luck

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I changed my struts and shock at about 70. When I asked this question while back I was told they go out from 50,000 to 75,000, so I went ahead and changed mine. I like my new ones.

Apr 4, 2013 | 07:17 AM

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Masi1926

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My truck only has 60,000 miles on it, doubt the shocks are worn. But how would I know any way...

Exactly when they should be changed. Don't need to replace the strut spring, but the shock for sure.

Apr 4, 2013 | 11:36 AM

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Solid_Crimson

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would the shocks cause my front end to sag a little?

Apr 4, 2013 | 12:57 PM

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Kokeshx4

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would the shocks cause my front end to sag a little?

No the coil holds the vehicle up the shock is there for bumps

Apr 4, 2013 | 01:05 PM

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Sparkie04FX4

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Alignment, sell 2.5" and buy 3" (i have 3" for almost a year and no problems, even when offroading), or maybe see if you can find a smaller rear block for under the leafs.

Apr 8, 2013 | 01:46 PM

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Solid_Crimson

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which 3 inch leveling kit would you guys recommend?

Apr 8, 2013 | 01:52 PM

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larryc251

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which 3 inch leveling kit would you guys recommend?

Hell bent steel is good

Apr 8, 2013 | 02:07 PM

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Solid_Crimson

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i have seen where alot of people are getting the readylift leveling kit... it runs about 229$!!!! why is it so much more expensive... i am thinking i will prob go with the HBS as well.