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Old 02-27-2014, 10:04 PM
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what lift are you using? I like the how it sits with the 35"
Old 02-28-2014, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by midtnyota
really like your truck. those emblems look awesome. especially the shift knob. keep up the good work
thanks!

the lift is just a 3 inch spring lift, the springs are from downey.
The lift is so old, it's probably more like 2 inches at this point though.
Old 02-28-2014, 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by SCToy
thanks!

the lift is just a 3 inch spring lift, the springs are from downey.
The lift is so old, it's probably more like 2 inches at this point though.
thanks for the info.I just got an 82 w/some 8" homemade mall crawling lift on it. I only want 3" maybe 4".
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I'd go as low as you can and still clear the tires you want. Lower cog is more stable.
Old 02-28-2014, 11:11 PM
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Originally Posted by SCToy
I'd go as low as you can and still clear the tires you want. Lower cog is more stable.
what's a good lift to fit 35's (other than TG route)not sure if I want do that right now
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personally I'd go either with old man emu springs or custom Alcan springs if I was going to get new leafs.
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great looking truck!
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Any updates ... Great match Black and white !!
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