Level Kit Installed=Not Perfect

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Old 04-01-2009, 11:55 PM
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Level Kit Installed=Not Perfect

Installed a 2" level kit this past weekend on my 08 FX4 Scab and like the concept of the front end being up. It looks much better but it is not perfect. I have measured it several times, in several places, in several different ways. The rear end is 1/4" lower than the front. I definitely don't want this look. What are my options to get the back around 1/2" to 1" higher than the front? I really think the 2" lift from AS raised it more than 2".

I only tow a 17' aluminum boat and don't haul heavy things very often in the bed.

How much would a bull bar make a difference?

Thanks for the help guys.
 
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Old 04-02-2009, 12:23 AM
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haha a bull bar wont make any difference, id either get a 1.5" add a leaf or a 3" block, you remove the stock 2" block and swap it with the 3" giving you 1" more height in the rear to fix your problem
 
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Old 04-02-2009, 12:28 AM
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Since you said you don't really tow much I would go with the 3 inch block the keep the ride close to factory...the aal will stiffen it up a little.
 
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Old 04-02-2009, 12:45 AM
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Thanks guys for the quick response. I didn't know how much a bull bar weighed. Just wondering if it would bring the front end down a small amount. I think the block is the best for me and you guys confirmed that.

Would you recommend auto spring? Or some other company for the blocks.
 
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Old 04-04-2009, 04:36 PM
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I added a 1.5 add a leaf to the rear. Not a big difference in ride quality.
 
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Old 04-05-2009, 02:21 AM
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i have a 3" block on my truck and im about to replace them with a 4" i already have just waiting to take it to the shop, i havent had time...its a 3" full traction it came with my lift but it doesnt have the ears on it like stock blocks have..if you are interested let me know
 
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Old 04-05-2009, 01:48 PM
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i'd drive it awhile and remeasure it may settle a little 1/4" is'nt to bad
 
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Old 04-05-2009, 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by poptop
i'd drive it awhile and remeasure it may settle a little 1/4" is'nt to bad
That's what I have decided. I bought some blocks but are going to hold on to them. No its not bad but I'm a perfectionist and if you look at it from the side, you can convince yourself that there is more space between the tire and fender on the front. The opinions from my buddies say it looks perfect to them.
 
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Old 04-29-2009, 11:39 PM
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Do you still have the 3 inch blocks i'd be intrested if you have u-bolts and all let me know what you want for them if still available thanks
 



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