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Old Nov 26, 2009 | 03:37 PM
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Default 2000-2002 Dakota 4x4 Suspension Lift

as a few know, i've got a 2000 dakota 4x4. I've running 33's with a leveling kit, 2" blocks in the rear, and 2-3" torsion keys in the front, but i need more height. I see 5.5" suspension kits for the 97-99 dakota's, but i can't find anything suspension for my 2000. Are their any major differences in the 97-99 and the 2000 lift kits?, or something that can be modded to make fit? I JUST REALLY NEED MORE HIEGHT OUT OF MY PICKUP, and no i'm not getting a body lift. Any advice anyone has would be GREAT.

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Old Nov 26, 2009 | 05:06 PM
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Nope the frames are different in the front and thats why the lift kits are only for 97-99. Your best bet is a Solid Axle swap for lift. Or build something for the ifs yourself. Thats all I can offer you.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2009 | 08:53 PM
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is there any way to modify the frame to fit the lift? Or modify the lift to fit the frame?
 
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Old Nov 27, 2009 | 10:09 AM
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Like varsis said they are different frames so you would prob have to but parts of the fram and reweld it and make different mounts and you would prob wind up with stuff not lining up or clearence issues. A solid axle swap is def way easier if you ask me.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2009 | 10:40 AM
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what axle would be would be a good one to swap in the front? Then what application lift would i get to fit it?
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 11:08 AM
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Default Clearance solution

If its TIRE clearance you need, trim fenders an add some fender flares for low cost solution. If you want suspension clearance, well....better go to the bank first.
 
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