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Old Feb 24, 2008 | 02:52 PM
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Hey Hammer, do your tires rub at all being 35's on 4inch lift? Whether its on tight turns, speed bumps, offroading?

Looks good by the way, just curious to know if it rubs.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2008 | 03:15 PM
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hammer, have u noticed drastic difference in the ride with your 4in lift? i didnt wanna get the 6in for the simple reason i dont need it and i dont want the ride worse that has to be. also can u really level it out for only 200 or so and still get 35" under there 4sure? if so i might just do that unless this is a huge downfall to a level kit...... sorry 4 all the new-b comments btw im still learning
Not much different than stock, in fact off-road I'd say it handles even better. I've helped a few guys crank the t-bars and put in level kits and yes, even though you'll clear 35's, it's more for show. It REALLY stiffens the front end and doesn't clear enough for serious off-road use. If it's more of a show thing to get 35's under there, then the level kit is OK, handles stiff, but not near as stiff as cranking the t-bars.
And remember this, with 35" tires, you have the same clearance with 4" of lift as with 6" or 8" of lift, as it's the tires that determince clearance. I'd only go higher than 4" to clear larger tires (37"+) and since IFS front ends don't fare well with tires that big, IMO the 4" kit would be all you'd need.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2008 | 03:17 PM
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Hey Hammer, do your tires rub at all being 35's on 4inch lift? Whether its on tight turns, speed bumps, offroading?

Looks good by the way, just curious to know if it rubs.
No rubbing at all, ever, and I have done some serious wheelin' even with my 650 lb. ATV in the bed...
And for those who don't think 4" of suspension lift looks any different than stock, here's a before and after pic...


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