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Axle shim for 1.5 lift?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Bagelmobile, Mar 19, 2021.

  1. Mar 19, 2021 at 8:11 PM
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    Bagelmobile

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    I just bought 5100 for 2" front and wheelers progressive 1.5" aal for rear for my 3rd gen. Tried searching but found conflicting reports. Do I need axle shims for the rear or should I just wait and see?
     
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  2. Mar 20, 2021 at 7:47 AM
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    IMO have them on hand just in case. I have same lift no vibes , that being said I did install a shim for a little added lift in rear :thumbsup:
     
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    Did you go tapered, and if yes how many deg. ?
     
  4. Jun 13, 2021 at 3:51 AM
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    Bagelmobile

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    I ended up not needed a shim, but I didn't get 1.5 from the aal, more like 1.2.
     
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    How many degrees?
     
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    I have the same kit on order to compensate for sagging.
    Did you need to shim or do a drop on yours?
     

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