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Question about rear shocks...

Discussion in '5 Lug' started by Matt in Knoxville, Jan 6, 2012.

  1. Jan 6, 2012 at 11:31 AM
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    Matt in Knoxville

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    i have the 3" lift from Fat Bobs...

    i have since put a truck cap over the bed for the dogs on travel...and it seemed to have lowered the rear about an inch...doesnt seem like much, but it is very noticable....

    im sure the shocks that come with the fat bobs are probably low end...would upgrading my shocks give me my inch back, or is there something else i can do?

    thanks..

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  2. Jan 6, 2012 at 11:34 AM
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    Zac808

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    Shocks won't help with lift. U need an Add-a-leaf or Blocks. I recommend a bigger AAL.
     
  3. Jan 6, 2012 at 11:34 AM
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    i dont know much about 5 lugs but i know new shocks in the rear will not give you lift
     
  4. Jan 6, 2012 at 11:46 AM
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    where can i buy just another leaf for both sides?
     
  5. Jan 6, 2012 at 12:22 PM
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    They usually come as a pair. Try Wheeler's Off Road or Toytec.

    Did your kit already come with an AAL? If so, what size. Both companies sell a 1.5" and 2" version.
     

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