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Xphile1999
Dodge Dakota
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1/13/2002
10:00:54
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 Subject: Lowering the rear
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I have a 4x4, i would like to look into lowering the back end so that the truck sits more even, i dont do any 4 wheeling (except in snow). What kit do i need, is this a do it yourself project? can i still carry things in the back (i never have carried anything big exept a fridge). Will this be notiiced by passers by? How far do i need to lower it? Thanks for the help!
Black 00 RC 4x4
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steveo
Dodge Dakota
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1/13/2002
13:13:43
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you could use a 2" block which would make it sit level. it might be visible depending on where you look at it. this would only cost like $25. and really easy to do(could be done in about 30 mins.)
www.sporttruckdirect.com
make sure you get the angled blocks to reduce driveline vibration.
later
steve
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Diligent Dave
Dodge Dakota
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1/13/2002
18:07:41
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Is the axle tube on the 4x4 above or below the leaf springs? If the axle is below the spring you would not be able to use blocks to lower it.
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D
Dodge Dakota
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1/14/2002
00:00:44
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just raise the front to make it "pre-runner" style
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Big O
Dodge Dakota
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1/14/2002
00:37:22
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on my 93 4x4 the axle is under the leaf springs, so i can't use blocks... I'm still looking for alternatives. Anyone have any ideas? shackles? hangers? anything else
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kevster
Dodge Dakota
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1/21/2002
22:16:04
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What you need is called a flip kit for the rear. most suspension Co. sell them try Bell Tech, Chassis Tech,
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Big O
Dodge Dakota
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1/22/2002
00:46:31
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but a flip kit lowers about 5-6 inches, and there is no way i can uncrank my torsion bars enough, (I don't think)without losing too much ride quality, to match the big drop in the rear. I want more of a 2-3 inch drop.
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