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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 03:33 PM
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got a 1990 cherkoo 4x4 if i lift it 2 inches will i fit 31 1050s?
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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 03:52 PM
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Yes, you should.
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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 03:55 PM
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A 2" lift would work for 31s on a street queen but, if you want to be able to flex it out on the trail you would need at least a 3" lift so it's not rubbing everywhere. More like a 4" lift for good flex room unless you are planning to do fender trimming.
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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 04:09 PM
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It is my weekend warrior drive it to and from work durring the week and i live in Florida not to many trails were I Need alot of flex I do some mudding
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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 04:17 PM
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2" lift should work fine for you then.
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