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1.5" Wheelers 3 leaf Progressive AAL - Will I need Shims?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by CBoy808, Jan 8, 2014.

  1. Jan 8, 2014 at 1:25 PM
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    CBoy808

    CBoy808 [OP] The Original Sticker Dude

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    only going with 1.5" in the rear. will i need their 3 degree shims?
     
  2. Jan 8, 2014 at 1:34 PM
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    Mr Salty

    Mr Salty "Give up the good to go for the great"

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    The word "need" leads me to answer the question with NO

    Will the lift change the factory pinion angle, yep? Will 1.5" of lift cause you issues that are both noticable and harmful, Not likely

    Am I talking out of my ass as if I know what the heck I'm talking about, maybe

    Do I wear tighty whitys to hold everything in….. no comment
     
  3. Jan 8, 2014 at 1:37 PM
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    Mines lifted a little over 2.5" and I put 4 degree shims on and the pinion angle was more thrown off. I took the shims off and my truck feels fine. All in all I've heard you only really need shims if you're going 4" or bigger.
     
  4. Jan 8, 2014 at 1:46 PM
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    Mr Salty

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    Yes........... That is correct haha
     

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