I have a 2000 dodge durango slt, 4wd. I have been looking since i bought my rig almost 3 years ago, and haven't found much for suspension lift kits. I've seen the keys and add a leaf, suspemsion kit, but I've heard changing the keys could cause alignment issues. Either way, I've seen a model of the 2000 dodge dakota came with springs instead of torsion bars, and was wondering if they would be compatible with my rig, or if it would be more work than it's worth. Thank you for your time

 

I don't think there would be any place to put the springs on a 4x4..... front axles would need to pass thru the same area.

Just not a lot out there any more for 20+ year old trucks..... Of course, there wasn't a lot when they were new either.

Personally, I think keys are really a waste of money. You can crank up the suspension with the stock keys, but, you still run into the same problem, suspension travel. You only got so much, and turning up the front, reduces the amount of down-travel you have left. Makes for a harsh ride, and can also be really hard on ball joints. (and axle boots as well....) Maybe a body lift?

 

I didn't think about the axles lol, that makes sense. Sounds like the only way around it is a straight axle swap, I'm not personally a fan of body lifts, they can make some rigs look really bad, thank you

 

Yeah, I don't care for body lifts either. I really don't see the point.

Solid axle swap would get you some lift though. Maybe more than you really want.

 

Do you know a good thread for a solid axle swap? Im not sure how much of a lift im looking for yet, but I wouldnt be worried about too much lift, I live in central washington and have lots of rocky places I'd like to explore. I'd also like to say thank you, you've responded to most if not all of my posts and have been very helpful. I appreciate it a lot.

 

You would expect there would be a youtube video for that......

A lot depends on what type of suspension you want up front. Leaf springs is easiest, control arms and track bar like the full size trucks would work as well, but, more complicated.....Single long-arm (and track bar....) would be another option. Look up how they all work, and see which meets your needs best.