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Old 08-02-2013, 08:43 PM
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Was wondering if someone could take measurements from the tire to the bottom of the wheel well, front and back. Since Eibach has said they now have no intention of making a set of springs for Durango, I was wondering if it might be worth it to switch to a set of OEM R/T springs.
 
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32.25" Front 32.5" rear and that's with a straight edge up against the wheel. stock 265/50/20 Goodyears
 

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Thank you, good sir.

I'm gonna break out the straight edge when I get home from work. I could be wrong, but it sounds like there's going to be a significant difference. Hmmm.
 

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i believe the 2014 r/t sits a few ****** hairs lower, u might want to go with those vs. the 2011-2013 springs if you want lowest possible...i think i read 20mm lower for 2014...if that makes any diff to you..
 
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They have always listed the R/T as 20 MM lower. .8" I don't think the 2014 is another 20 mm lower than the 11-13 R/T's. Allpar also list the 2014 R/T having larger swaybars and stiffer suspension but again I reread it and the 2013 Allpar said the same thing so I don't think the 14 has even stiffer or larger sway bars than the 13.
 
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No difference in springs or sway on 14 got that right from chrysler only changes are 8 speed and wiring system for new LED light systems
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Oh great new wiring. There goes my hopes of 14 rear light mod
 
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Thought was my thought mike. I bet i could still make it work
 
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Well I have played with the wiring in the trunk of late model Chargers, we actually picked up 3 one time and found the rear race track lighting was not working. its a pretty simple circuit.
 
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Yup, the SXT is 33.75 in the rear and 33 in the front. Also with the stock 265/50/20 Goodyears.

I'm sure there will be a way to trick the 11-13's into accepting the LED taillights. It will be worth giving it a shot to be rid of the minivan lights.
 



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