Message: i found a 4.5 inch lift online..(its rack and pinion) only...i was wanting to know whats the difference between that and a suspension lift. And would that work on my 2001 dakota quad cab. And why I can get that cheaper then a 3 inch suspension. Also whats the biggest tire i could run with the 4.5 rack and pinion. Hope to here from ya soon! thanks brent
Message: Is it from Truckin Suspension? If so it is a suspension lift. The rack and pinion is the type of steering that is on your truck. The reason that you can get that cheaper than a 3" suspension (rancho) is because you get what you pay for. Quality vs. Quantity, but it is your truck and your choice. FYI- There are a LOT of people that will tell you not to go with a lift from Truckin' cause they are junk!
Subject: lifting dakota 
