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Old 12-01-2009, 09:42 PM
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I just picked up this truck, so far i've liked it but id like to upgrade the shocks and leaf springs they are still factory, and i was hoping to get a 2-4inch lift out of the new parts. I was wondering how hard it would be to replace those parts and if, i use to have a 93 wrangler and i upgraded the leaf springs and shocks on that just fine but that thing was so easy to work on. Also any good sites ud recommend for parts? Also with 2-4in lift will that require anything extra to keep all the lines and drive shaft and what not in line? or will i need to get longer stuff?
 

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For lift kits check the FAQ in this section. For shocks go to www.autozone.com and take your pick.
 
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the FAQ suspensions are no good for what i'm looking for, they are either body lifts, for 2wd or more then 4in lift. I am lookin for 2-4in lift for a 4x4 dakota.

Will a 2-4in lift require changing out lines or drive shaft?
 
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I'm in the same boat as you... I just bought a nice used Dakota 4X4, ext. cab, and i want to run a 3" lift to fit 33"tires. Its a pain to find a decent COMPLETE kit!
If you find one let me know...
 
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For 33's or 2in get the re-indexed torsion bar keys. For another 2 or 3 in get the body lift. For under $200 you can have a 5in lift. Extremely simple. And all located in the FAQ.
 
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