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Old Sep 2, 2012 | 08:04 PM
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front leaf spring lift questions

I have stock front leafs


Flat not too much neg arch, so I would like to lift the front to match the rear. I looked at new shackles for a 1in lift but do not want to put shims in.
Then I saw some add a leafs on craigslist and 4wheel parts.
Looks like they would lift the rear 2in. So could I put add a leafs in the front springs?
I have also been looking for some stock rears to make a hybrid pack but can not find any.
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Old Sep 2, 2012 | 08:44 PM
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Why not use your stock rear spring pack, just go pick up a set of chevy 63's and use your existing rear leaf pack.
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Old Sep 2, 2012 | 09:18 PM
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Thought about a RUF, but I do not want to high steer it nor do I own a welder.
At this point I just want to level it out, then I am going to stuff some bigger tires under it.
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Old Sep 2, 2012 | 09:35 PM
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your dea for a highbrid pack is your best bet to gain a little lift. its going to stiffen up the ride but its the cheapest way to go. look at dodge dakota springs they are about the same width and are thin springs so they wont be so harsh, just my opinion.
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Old Sep 3, 2012 | 08:09 AM
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Thanks I will see what I can find. I have to drive a hour to find yard junk and craigslist has not had much as of late.
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