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Old Nov 9, 2014 | 11:05 PM
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Spindle lifts basically just move the hub down, no change in the suspension at all. The best option hands down for a 2wd.
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Old Nov 10, 2014 | 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by young_gun_97f1
Would a 3 inch leveling kit be to much strain on a 97 2wd or would it be better to go with a 2.5? Another question should I go with steel or aluminum? Thanks in advance
I have a 2.5" level on my truck with 295/70/17 mud tires and it was the best decision I've made!
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Old Nov 10, 2014 | 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by J5Murph
I have a 2.5" level on my truck with 295/70/17 mud tires and it was the best decision I've made!
Your not 2wd either. Completely different suspension setup. AA level is not ideal for 2wd truck. Spindles aree
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Old Nov 10, 2014 | 10:13 PM
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I think I've made my mine up to go with a 3" or 3.5" spindle lift since it's the best in the long run now to start saving!
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Old Nov 10, 2014 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by young_gun_97f1
I think I've made my mine up to go with a 3" or 3.5" spindle lift since it's the best in the long run now to start saving!
Good choice sir
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Old Nov 10, 2014 | 10:20 PM
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I'm trying to make it reliable and if it cost extra i wiling to spend it as I'm only 15 and I want it to be reliable and safe! Thanks for the help
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Old Nov 11, 2014 | 07:39 AM
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Originally Posted by young_gun_97f1
I'm trying to make it reliable and if it cost extra i wiling to spend it as I'm only 15 and I want it to be reliable and safe! Thanks for the help
I have to say you def think things through better than I did when I was 15.
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Old Nov 11, 2014 | 01:08 PM
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I can also vouch for the Rough Country spindle lift. Ive had it for 2 years with no issues whatsoever. Only thing is the shocks aren't that great but ride fine on the road.
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Old Nov 13, 2014 | 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by jprevat
I have to say you def think things through better than I did when I was 15.
well most id rather spend now and save later so when I have to pay insurance and gas I want have to pay to replace things. Because everything going into the truck isn't daddies money at all.
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Old Nov 14, 2014 | 02:31 AM
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Originally Posted by young_gun_97f1
well most id rather spend now and save later so when I have to pay insurance and gas I want have to pay to replace things. Because everything going into the truck isn't daddies money at all.
Mine wasnt daddys money but I didnt have forums like this to help me either lol
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