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  1. Dec 10, 2020 at 10:31 PM
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  2. Dec 10, 2020 at 10:35 PM
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    Yes, it's basically a very small block. Same thickness as the overload spring, but not as long
     
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  3. Dec 10, 2020 at 10:36 PM
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    I see.
     
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  4. Dec 10, 2020 at 10:38 PM
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    Does it worsen ride quality though?
     
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  5. Dec 10, 2020 at 11:58 PM
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    No. Just like a block, it simply moves the axle 1/2" further away from the spring pack, which does not change the spring rate and does not alter ride quality. I installed my AAL and the 1/2" shim this afternoon, and it rides absolutely great.
     
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  6. Dec 11, 2020 at 5:35 AM
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    They say nothing worth obtaining is gained easy and quick. Hoping this applies to the HS AAL - just ordered and jumped on a local mod day to have people smarter than me make sure I don't jack up the install.
     
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  7. Dec 11, 2020 at 7:34 AM
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    How was the install? We don't need to cut the retainer clip off the stock pack right?
     
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  8. Dec 11, 2020 at 11:09 AM
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    If you read the first post it states that you don't have to cut the retainer clip like you do with other AALs.
     
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  9. Dec 11, 2020 at 12:29 PM
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    My reading skillz suck
     
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  10. Dec 11, 2020 at 2:44 PM
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    Install was a breeze, just as expected. I pretty much followed this video for a Toytec AAL install. Took me about 3 hours total, including constant interruptions and not the most ideal working space. I also changed the shocks completely, installing the TRD Pro ones that I picked up a while back. The AAL install could have easily been done in 90 minutes without the distractions.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eq9nv_3vU4Y
     
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  11. Dec 12, 2020 at 2:35 PM
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    I received my AAL yesterday, fast shipping. Is it normal for the leaf's to be kind of off-centered and not perfectly lined up?
     
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  12. Dec 12, 2020 at 7:10 PM
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    You mean one side longer than the other when comparing distance from the pin? Yes, absolutely.
     
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  13. Dec 12, 2020 at 7:16 PM
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    Got a photo? Trying to imagine exactly what you're seeing.
     
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  14. Dec 12, 2020 at 8:43 PM
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    no I mean how the three leaf’s are stacked, the bottom one is tilted a bit.
     
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  15. Dec 12, 2020 at 10:13 PM
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    Pictures please
     
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  16. Dec 12, 2020 at 10:32 PM
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    I'm assuming when I install it I can just tap the the leaf with a mallet?

    IMG_3894.jpg
     
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    Ah, yeah you can move em back into place. They should be properly seated.
     
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  18. Dec 13, 2020 at 9:02 AM
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    Anyone using a larger bump stop in the rear w/ this set up?
     
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    I have the icon AAL and I use durobumps (larger bumps than stock)
     
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