AS 2/2.5" kit and align question for those who have them

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Old 01-16-2008, 05:17 PM
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AS 2/2.5" kit and align question for those who have them

My local 4WP tells me I need a cam kit ($90 a side) to bring it back into specs when using these leveling kits. I was under the impression that toe was all that is required and if camber needs adjusted, the stock cams would do it. Those who have done it already...am I wrong in thinking this is un-necessary?
 
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Old 01-16-2008, 05:30 PM
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no you don't need them
I was told the same thing.I did mine with like 600 miles on the clock & had it aligned with out the kit by ford. about 5500 miles later I bought some really pricey tires & had them check the alignment at that time and every thing was still good
 
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Old 01-16-2008, 05:42 PM
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Agreed. Mine was far out of spec when I did the level, and NTB was able to get it well within spec (better than it came from the factory,) without any issues.
 
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Old 01-16-2008, 06:59 PM
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Well, that's kinda what *I* thought. It isn't moving the lower control arm down enough to make the camber THAT far out.

Thanks Guys!! I just wanted some reinforcement.

07screw: What size tires are you running & what leveling kit are you using?
 
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Old 01-16-2008, 07:34 PM
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same thing here, no additional parts needed. after allignement everthing is great.
 
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Hey guys, is the AAL needed or does the AS pretty much level it out and the AAL is only wanted for keeping it level while towing?
 
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I installed the add a leaf because I put on the 2.5" and the rear was about 1/4" lower than the front. Also I tow alot so I wanted it for that reason as well. As it sits now I am about 1 1/4" higher in the back which really isnt that noticeable.
 
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Originally Posted by towrig06
I installed the add a leaf because I put on the 2.5" and the rear was about 1/4" lower than the front. Also I tow alot so I wanted it for that reason as well. As it sits now I am about 1 1/4" higher in the back which really isnt that noticeable.
So is there a 2" from any of the manufacturers? Which one?
 
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Old 01-16-2008, 08:52 PM
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So is there a 2" from any of the manufacturers? Which one?
Talk to AS.. they can make you whatever size you want.
 
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Old 01-16-2008, 09:03 PM
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I have the daystar 2.5" and the 3" block from autospring because after the leveling kit the front was a little higher
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