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MikeC
Dodge Dakota
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5/02/2002
12:01:20
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To the guys who have cranked their T-Bars for an inch of height on a 2000+ Dak, what tools did it take? I looked at mine (I think) and can't quite figure it out. Is there a cap or something that has to come off first?
Any details are appreciated...
MikeC
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JJCOLE
Dodge Dakota
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5/02/2002
12:51:59
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I think I used a 24mm socket w/1/2 drive. 6" extension helps, but I got by w/o it. Make sure you measure both sides of the truck and bring it up gradually. I raised mine 1" a few weeks ago. Pretty easy job.
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MikeC
Dodge Dakota
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5/02/2002
12:58:05
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Did you have to jack the front up under the crossmember to lighten the load, or just crank 'em while it was on the ground?
Thanks again...
MikeC
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Knobbyman
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5/02/2002
13:45:05
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I'd jack it up alittle bit just to make it easier.. but you can do it with out that.
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jjcole
Dodge Dakota
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5/02/2002
13:57:59
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I jacked it...don't know if you have to. I would recommend it to take the pressure off the suspension.
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Art
Dodge Dakota
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5/02/2002
14:43:46
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You have to adjust the torsion bars with the truck on the ground to get a acurate measurement,crank both sides a few turns and measure from the bottom ball joint to the ground,then go for a drive to get it settled and just keep doing this till you get it where you want it. I wouldnt go more than an 1 inch to 1-1/2
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MikeC
Dodge Dakota
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5/02/2002
21:49:26
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OK - cool beans. I'll try it this weekend :-)
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