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Discussion in 'Suspension' started by FLATaco06, Nov 16, 2009.

  1. Nov 16, 2009 at 8:01 AM
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    Well I just ordered the 6 inch Fabtech Performance kit with the coilovers and dirt logic rear shocks, after much debate over whether to go with procomp or fabtech, basic or performance. I have some 18x9 Dick Cepek DC-1 Chrome wheels with Kumho 325/65/18 tires to stick under the truck once it's lifted. I know alot of people don't like the drop bracket lifts, and those who do have strong opinions on whether procomp or fabtech is better. The Fabtech looked good to me and the guys I am going to let do the install have done multiple procomps and fabtech, and agree the sturdier of the two is the Fabtech. I thought when I went with the 3 inch lift 2 summers ago I'd be content......I was wrong. LOL Hopefully it'll turn out good!
     
    FLATaco06, Nov 16, 2009
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  2. Nov 16, 2009 at 8:24 AM
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    Ok now give me your Toytec. :)
     
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  3. Nov 16, 2009 at 8:38 AM
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    Congrats, cant wait to see it. Are you doing the install yourself?
     
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  4. Nov 16, 2009 at 10:19 AM
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    Looks like someone is installing it for him.
     
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  5. Nov 16, 2009 at 10:21 AM
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    Ok, you pointed out my weakness, I CANT READ :facepalm:
     
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  6. Nov 16, 2009 at 10:29 AM
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    I have a 3" lift right now and was debating on going with a 6". Let me know how you like it.;)
     
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  7. Nov 16, 2009 at 2:35 PM
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    I am debating on this very kit. I'm in for your review.
     
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  8. Nov 16, 2009 at 2:36 PM
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    X2...
     
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  9. Dec 20, 2009 at 9:39 AM
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    Bump, any update?
     
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  10. Dec 20, 2009 at 10:44 AM
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    I think you should keep your 3" coil overs and use them on the DB to make 9" of lift!! Post pictures!
     
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  11. Dec 20, 2009 at 10:58 AM
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    are you planning on re-gearing?:eek:
     
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  12. Dec 20, 2009 at 11:10 AM
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    i have the fabtech kit and i love it
     
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  13. Dec 30, 2009 at 6:56 PM
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    Sorry It's taken me so long to put up pictures, but I'm a busy man most days. Heh. Here are some pics of my truck completed now with 6 inch Fabtech Performance system with 325/65/18 Kumho Road Venture ATs on 18x9 Dick Cepek Wheels.
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  14. Dec 30, 2009 at 6:58 PM
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    damn that looks good man!
     
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  15. Dec 30, 2009 at 7:12 PM
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    Nice truck man. Put a wider size tire it'll look meaner.
     
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  16. Dec 30, 2009 at 7:13 PM
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    Here's two more.

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  17. Dec 30, 2009 at 7:18 PM
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    They actually stick out further than I thought they would with an 18x9. I think the Kumho AT's non aggressive tread makes them look narrow in pictures, hehe.
     
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