Worries with Autospring 2" leveling kit
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The angle supports are because the new design has an offset to it so it the UPA doesn't hit the coil.
Im sorry but this is killing me. So, you're saying that people have problems with spacers don't know anything but since you paid someone or you're telling others to have someone do the install, you know everything or whats best for them. Im sorry but Im not going to believe it. Im almost positive Fabtech doesn't make an add-a-leaf for these trucks, yet. I had a spacer on my last truck, I used it offroad, and by 20,000 miles my ball joints were ruined! Its your money, but thats just my experience. 
Originally Posted by been160mph
Don't worry about it. Just use a fab-tech add a leaf and you'll be happy. People that complain or have problems don't know what they are doing.Just have a professional do the install and re-align the front when you lift the front. You should'nt have to aligh again when you do the rear. You will be happy with the new look of your truck.
Just had the Autospring installed on my 04 SCAB a couple of days ago. I was hesitant about getting it done too. Ok, I was actually pretty scared, but I went for it. I love the way my truck looks now and cannot tell any difference in the way it handles or drives. It is a little more difficult to see curbs and lines when trying to park
Originally Posted by FX4life
Well im new here, I have an 05 screw FX4, and I have been rummaging through the forums and I have seen alot of negatives about the Autospring leveling kits, and alot of good things about them. I recently bought the 2" leveling kit, and before I put it on I was wondering if I could get some feedback on the pros and cons to see if I really want to put it on my truck. Im about to go into college and ill be doing alot of driving between Lubbock and Amarillo (TX). I had read somewere someone had trouble with the ball joints and severe angles??? Yall can tell me if this is a repost and whatnot, ill take no offense to it. Thanks, Matt 
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Originally Posted by mountaineer
Just had the Autospring installed on my 04 SCAB a couple of days ago. I was hesitant about getting it done too. Ok, I was actually pretty scared, but I went for it. I love the way my truck looks now and cannot tell any difference in the way it handles or drives. It is a little more difficult to see curbs and lines when trying to park
You're kidding me right about the parking?
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Dude, can't offer advice on your lift...but...you're gonna LOVE Texas Tech!! I graduated in '92 and go back a few times each season for football games. The chicks, as I'm sure you know, are freaking SMOKIN' hot : )
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Originally Posted by ThumperMX113
The angle supports are because the new design has an offset to it so it the UPA doesn't hit the coil.
Im sorry but this is killing me. So, you're saying that people have problems with spacers don't know anything but since you paid someone or you're telling others to have someone do the install, you know everything or whats best for them. Im sorry but Im not going to believe it. Im almost positive Fabtech doesn't make an add-a-leaf for these trucks, yet. I had a spacer on my last truck, I used it offroad, and by 20,000 miles my ball joints were ruined! Its your money, but thats just my experience.
Im sorry but this is killing me. So, you're saying that people have problems with spacers don't know anything but since you paid someone or you're telling others to have someone do the install, you know everything or whats best for them. Im sorry but Im not going to believe it. Im almost positive Fabtech doesn't make an add-a-leaf for these trucks, yet. I had a spacer on my last truck, I used it offroad, and by 20,000 miles my ball joints were ruined! Its your money, but thats just my experience.
think the off roading had anything to do with the premature wear?
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Sounds good guys, after much debate yall have convinced me to put it on! I also think im goin to add a skyjacker 1.5" add-a-leaf in the rear. As for Texas Tech, ive loved that place forever!! im pumped about heading there, partying, and the money that starts to come in after you get that degree!! thanks to everyone!! 
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Originally Posted by ThumperMX113
The angle supports are because the new design has an offset to it so it the UPA doesn't hit the coil.
Im sorry but this is killing me. So, you're saying that people have problems with spacers don't know anything but since you paid someone or you're telling others to have someone do the install, you know everything or whats best for them. Im sorry but Im not going to believe it. Im almost positive Fabtech doesn't make an add-a-leaf for these trucks, yet. I had a spacer on my last truck, I used it offroad, and by 20,000 miles my ball joints were ruined! Its your money, but thats just my experience.
Im sorry but this is killing me. So, you're saying that people have problems with spacers don't know anything but since you paid someone or you're telling others to have someone do the install, you know everything or whats best for them. Im sorry but Im not going to believe it. Im almost positive Fabtech doesn't make an add-a-leaf for these trucks, yet. I had a spacer on my last truck, I used it offroad, and by 20,000 miles my ball joints were ruined! Its your money, but thats just my experience.
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Ugh everyone I've talked to hates Tech. Its in the middle of a dust bowl area.
Dude, can't offer advice on your lift...but...you're gonna LOVE Texas Tech!! I graduated in '92 and go back a few times each season for football games. The chicks, as I'm sure you know, are freaking SMOKIN' hot : )
and yes the girls are smokin hott, and the parties are never ending!!
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From: henderson, north carolina
Originally Posted by wxscpo
I believe the new style has angled supports like this (someone correct me if I'm wrong)
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I believe the old style supports are straight up and down.
I have had my 2.5" autospring leveling kit on for a couple of days now and I couldn't be happier with the appearance and ride quality. So far it is the best mod made to my truck and I would do it again in a heartbeat.
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I believe the old style supports are straight up and down.
I have had my 2.5" autospring leveling kit on for a couple of days now and I couldn't be happier with the appearance and ride quality. So far it is the best mod made to my truck and I would do it again in a heartbeat.
i have that same 2.5 rizer i bought if off ebay.......... lol same exact one .......was 89$ i think ...... but ya i need to get it installed
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You're kidding me right about the parking?
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Dude I never try and park close to the store. I always drop my GF off at the door and park far away. Easier to just pull in and take to spaces. I drive a truck iwth 8.5 inches of lift its IMPOSSIBLE to pull into a regular space. Actually its not the pulling in but the backing out that is hard and takes to much time.
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Originally Posted by moose3776
think the off roading had anything to do with the premature wear?
Originally Posted by extremeethan
Did you have to replace your LCA befor you did your lift then? or did you just run them?
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Most members here will recommend not exceeding the 2.5" with spacers and erring on the side of caution, I will as well. I have had the AS 2.5" on running 35's for over 2 yeas with no problems thus far. Just my opinion though.