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Old 01-03-2014, 08:41 AM
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Thanks, there really isn't much I can find as far as wheels when you take that into consideration.
 
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I got a 2008 Dakota Ext. Cab v6 2WD and I wanna lift mine. I was thinking of a spacer lift (2.5" front and 1.5" rear for $370 installed) or should i go with suspension?
 
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I'm thinking of a spacer lift for my 2wd 3g dakota. 2.5in front and 1.5in rear.
 
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Originally Posted by matt0901
Thanks, there really isn't much I can find as far as wheels when you take that into consideration.
There's plenty of wheels that fit fine, keep looking.

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I'm thinking of a spacer lift for my 2wd 3g dakota. 2.5in front and 1.5in rear.
Go for it!
 
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Old 01-06-2014, 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by CountryBoySwag
I got a 2008 Dakota Ext. Cab v6 2WD and I wanna lift mine. I was thinking of a spacer lift (2.5" front and 1.5" rear for $370 installed) or should i go with suspension?
Do it. Also you could install them yourself and save a ton of money. Just be aware, that even though you are 2WD, a 2.5" kit will put the tie rods and ball joints at extreme angles and could lead to premature failure.
 
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^^^^
Agree with that, a 2"/1" lift is a better option. Plus the extra 1/2 " doesn't allow for any larger of a tire.
 
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I have an 07 2wd... I am considering adding a 3" PA body lift to a rough country lift kit. Will this be doable without any issues?
 
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Originally Posted by Ronius_MAXimus
I have an 07 2wd... I am considering adding a 3" PA body lift to a rough country lift kit. Will this be doable without any issues?
Well, plenty of members have run across "issues" with any installation of anything. Lol.

So, most members that have installed a body lift have complained of the front body mounts (that go through your tow hooks) being kind of a hoe to get out. Other than that, the only way is to go up.
 
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Since my mechanic was unable to put on the rough country lift, after some minor trimming, i'm on 265-70-17 Bridgestone Dueler RVT tires and stock height.
 
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Originally Posted by Ronius_MAXimus
Since my mechanic was unable to put on the rough country lift, after some minor trimming, i'm on 265-70-17 Bridgestone Dueler RVT tires and stock height.
Wait...your "mechanic" could not install a leveling kit? Please explain this before I call him something that will put me in "time out".
 


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