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Kevin
Dodge Dakota
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5/19/2004
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I have a 97 4WD Dakota. I currently have the stock wheels and 31x10.50x15 tires. I would like to put 33x12.50x15 on it with little to no trimming if possible. I know I need new wheels, at least 15x8.5 I believe, but what size and type lift would you recommed. A body lift is about all I can afford but I'm pretty clueless as to how good body lifts are or the work involved in putting one in. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Brian22
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5/23/2004
04:11:32
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Body lifts are generally good in my opinion, i dont have one on my truck to be honest, but i know many who do, body lifts usually run anywhere between $150 and $300, they come in graphite blocks or aluminum blocks... i would prefer the aluminum, (stronger) most 4wheel shops do the entire thing, for usually around $400 to $700 with the body lift cost included
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Kevin
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5/23/2004
10:25:42
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Thanks alot for the info. I really appreciate it. Do you or anyone else know what size body lift i should get to be able to run 33x12.50's?
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Mopar 4-ever
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5/23/2004
14:05:07
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3-inch body-lift for 33-12.50's.
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Kevin
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5/23/2004
21:38:07
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Thanks alot everyone for the information.
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Kevin
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5/23/2004
21:46:10
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I want to do as little trimming as possible, and i know i'm going to need new wheels. I know nothing about the backspacing of wheels, but I assume that the more back spacing the farther the wheel will stick out, and thus less trimming....any info/corrections on this would be great. thanks for all the help so far
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Brian22
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5/24/2004
12:01:19
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You should only need maybe 1.5-2inches of extra clearance... eagle wheels has several wheels that fit Dakotas some of which are 15x8 with -18-30mm backspacing.. that should give you the clearance, if you want a 15x10 they will usually be right around -72mm.. but with only a 3inch body lift mind you, that will have your wheels sticking out 2-3 inches if you have a 2000+ Dakota you will need a 16x8 and eagle wheels does not have many of those, try american racing for those or whichever wheel company you prefer
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