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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 04:19 AM
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i was curious as to how the DAKs with level kits or lift kits are holding up? has anthing worn out yet? Lifts tend to cause something to wear prematurely..... how long have the lifts/level kits been installed? is the factory ride completly thrown down the drain? I heard after 6 months with the level kit something in the front 4wd will HAVE to be replaced...?
 
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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 02:59 PM
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Well I've only had mine on for a month or so, so far so good. I think it rides better with the kit in, ride still sucks though IMO...
 
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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 04:45 PM
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had mine in for almost 10 months now with zero problems. I take it off roading as well and zero problems. It is also a 4x4 and it works prefectly.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 05:11 PM
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adidascj is yours just the level kit and which one? the TM?
 
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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 06:36 PM
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Ive had my TM leveling kit and 2" aluminum block lift installed for about 4 mo. No problems yet and rides good. But, I have been getting this groan and creek in my steering wheel and I wonder if its related. Does anyone know what that is??
 
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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 07:18 PM
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i left the frt end alone and went with the lowering shakles. no problems and have them on for almost two years.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 08:44 PM
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does the leveling kit help with anything other than looks? say ride/ performance?
 
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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 08:46 PM
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it handles better but since i switched out the gears it still breaks the back end loose. noticed that the ride is not as bumpy. but the frt still has the sway in it.
 
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Old Jul 2, 2007 | 04:42 AM
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ORIGINAL: flyboy1304

adidascj is yours just the level kit and which one? the TM?
Yes it is the TM.
 
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Old Jul 2, 2007 | 01:50 PM
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Default RE: hows level/lift DAKS holding up?

I dont think you have anything to worry about with the TM kit. The CV's arent at this extreme angle thats going to make a big wear difference. Were talking about 1.5" of lift.

If the point of this post is to see if you should invest in the TM kit, then thats the one to get.
 
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