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Do I need brake line extensions for a 2-1/2" lift?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by tonykarter, Mar 15, 2023.

  1. Mar 15, 2023 at 12:24 PM
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    tonykarter

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    Thanks for investing your valuable time in my question. I got the OME heavy-duty 2"-2-1/2" lift kit, added UCA's. About to install but want to make sure I have everything. Do I need brake line extensions? I have the differential drop kit and the carrier bearing spacer kit. Anything else? THANKS guys!
     
  2. Mar 15, 2023 at 12:31 PM
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    Hey Tony,

    Not with OME shocks and struts, you don't need to change the brake lines.
     
  3. Mar 15, 2023 at 1:06 PM
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    Excellent! Thanks Mike!
     
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  4. Mar 17, 2023 at 4:40 PM
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    No. No need.

    and just some advice that you didn’t ask for. Lol. No need to install the diff drop kit. Does nothing and will interfere with your skid plate
     
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  5. Mar 17, 2023 at 5:01 PM
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    Agreed. Diff lift kit recommended for 3”+. I have 2.7” lift since about 50K and never installed the kit; just went over 200K. Had original CV’s until about 2 weeks ago when I replaced driver side CV along with replacing the needle bearing. OEM shaft looked good, said my mechanic. I kept it as backup. Installed a Cardone. We’ll see how it lasts.

    I have similar set as you and installed a quarter inch spacer to counter the Taco lean.
     
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