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CanadianQuad
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9/29/2002
00:02:56
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 Subject: 2001 Quad 3" lift - should I?
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Will the ride be rough after installation?
Are the factory shocks re-usable, or do I need longer shocks?
What is the largest tire size that will fit after installation?
Thanx in advance.
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Fred
Dodge Dakota
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9/29/2002
13:57:34
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no,yes,33s
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TimmyBlak
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9/29/2002
22:43:38
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No
Yes
If you have a 2001 W/ 16x8 wheels its a 285 75 16
15 inch wheeks are the 33's
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scott
Dodge Dakota
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9/30/2002
07:33:37
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If you are talking about a body lift , the answers would be...
No , the ride quality will not change because you are just spacing the body away from the frame. You aren`t changing the susp. at all.
And that helps answer the 2nd question , you don`t need longer shocks...again because you`re not changing the susp.
As for what size tire you can use after a 3in lift...33s will fit regardless of wheel size. Actually the metric version of them are 305-70/16. You may have to do some minor trimming up front..some people had to others didn`t.
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dougt
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9/30/2002
22:42:32
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I just installed a 3"body lift yesterday. It took myself and a friend ALL day. I then tried to mount 32X11.50X15 tires on 15X8 rims with a 3-3/4 back-spacing. I will need minor trim work on the plastic bumper extension/airdam and considerable cutting on the back of the front fenderwell. I'm checking to find a deeper backspacing and if that doesn't pan out will just put 31's on the previously mentioned rims.
Good Luck.
Doug
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CanadianQuad
Dodge Dakota
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10/03/2002
20:30:16
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I would like to thank those who replied. The knowledge and experience are greatly appreciated.
CanadianQuad
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DougT
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10/04/2002
00:43:44
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I did get different rims with a 4 1/2" backspacing and the 32" tires fit and look great. I had to heat up the rear of the front fenderwell with a torch and push it back while it was pliable.
Stock Dakota rims have a backspacing of 5 1/4" I think.
Good luck. I'm having the front windows tinted next week and then I'll post a picture.
Doug T
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