What is the benefit of this????? thanks

 

The benefit is you can get 2-3 inches of lift in the front for little to no money. The downside to it is that it throws off the front end geometry, so you'll need a front end alignment. But throwing off the geometry also puts more wear on the ball joints. It also makes for a much stiffer ride.

 

ok ao i could do that then put blocks under the back leave spring to get more of a lift i already ahave a 3" body lift.

 

You can get blocks, yes, but this is a better idea if you can get the parts...
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...ut-blocks.html

 

blocks are very easy though. lifted my buddys old chev that way. leaf springs front and back made it very simple. added longer skyjacker shocks at the same time. we went 3 in

 

Yes, blocks are easier, but I don't like them because they put a longer moment arm between the center line of the axles and the rear axle mounts (which puts more stress on the ubolts and leads to axle wrap). Using different shackles and shackle mounts is less prone to ever fail and overall safer.

 

Which is cheaper my parents said if i want to do this i have to pay for it.

 

My guess is if there's a junk yard near you with a 1st gen 2wd dakota, you could get the parts for dirt cheap. Otherwise, they're probably close to even in price, but blocks might be slightly cheaper.

 

ok so i go to a junk yard try to find ANY 1st gene 2wd dakota anyone will fit of just a 93 dakota thanks for all the help guys.

 

I believe any 1st gen dakota should work, but if you can find a '91-'96 I know they will work. If it's a "pull it yourself" junkyard, make sure you have the tools to cut out the rivets holding the hangers on, and all you should need is the hangers and the shackles.

But like it says in the other post, make sure your pinion angle is within 3 degrees of parallel to the transfer case output shaft (which may require wedges).