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suspension drivetrain noises after leveling/lift kit

Old Oct 9, 2013 | 04:46 PM
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Default suspension drivetrain noises after leveling/lift kit

I recently got a 3 in front 2 in rear leveling kit which uses the pucks in the front and blocks in the rear. So far so good except for a couple noises and some movement. under initial acceleration it feels as if the rear axle is rolling a little. Also during aggressive turning it feels like something slides side to side. Any one else experience this. Any ideas on how to fix it.
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Old Oct 9, 2013 | 05:47 PM
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Feeling your axle roll is called Axle Wrap. The blocks give the axles more leverage to twist the Leaf springs.
3in is NOT advised in 4x4 for bad CV angles and other issues. I wouldnt suggest it even for a 2wd since Ive heard the springs can hit the control arm when flexing.

Does the sliding feel like its coming from the Rear or front when turning?

I have a 2wd with a 1.5" without any issues.

Axle Wrap Video (Looks like he used 2x4 as blocks haha) Obviously smaller blocks, less wrap (video shows 5in)
 
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Old Oct 10, 2013 | 08:46 AM
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3" is too big. Your going to have all kinds of noises and then parts breaking.
 
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