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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 01:59 PM
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Im saving for a budget boost or a ba$tard pack.If i go with the bb should i get a 2inch or three.Because of scrap metal prices all the junkyards around me have no cars(crushed) so it will be hard to find the materials 4 the ba$tard pack.What do u think?Any suggestions r appreciated.
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 02:00 PM
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go 2.5" half way
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 02:02 PM
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Whould that be the lift u have?Also what size tires do u have?Did u use spacers in the front?
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 02:06 PM
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yes, I used howles front spaces and a pair of adjustable shackles I got at the local autoparts, but I suggest a bastard pack for the rear better... I have stock tires for now buy I plan to go 31" when the money comes..

howlers spacers are supposed to be 2" but mine went up 2.5" so I balanced the back
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 02:09 PM
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 02:09 PM
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here is a pic of his spacers mounted



check my build for more info..
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 02:19 PM
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As soon as I get a few dollars put away I'm going for "Howlers" myself just from what I have heard from others who have them...Tj
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 02:32 PM
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4"
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 03:21 PM
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I say go at least 3"...
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 04:13 PM
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Thanks 4 the input everyone.
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 04:35 PM
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OK I have one question.......if I go for a 3inch what mods have to be made for safe 4 wheeling? Thanks...Tj
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 04:58 PM
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you go 3" get new shocks, then rear extended brake lines, bump stops and front and rear tow points and you should be good. Then save up and regear and lock the rear and front ends..
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 05:49 PM
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OK thank you very much...Tj
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 05:59 PM
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Man!!! Looks like Im going to have to start cranking out some more spacers

The height of the spacers is just under 2 5/16" The extra 5/16 is for spring-give.

BUT... If a custom length is desired. I can accomodate.

2"- You can safely re-use your stock shocks, rear brake line and trackbar. Stock tires will look just fine.
3"- Better look for some longer shocks, brake line and an adjustable trackbar (or relocate your lower mounting hole) Stock tires start to look like mini-spares (I suggest 31's..minimal trimming required)
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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Howler_GT
Man!!! Looks like Im going to have to start cranking out some more spacers

The height of the spacers is just under 2 5/16" The extra 5/16 is for spring-give.

BUT... If a custom length is desired. I can accomodate.

2"- You can safely re-use your stock shocks, rear brake line and trackbar. Stock tires will look just fine.
3"- Better look for some longer shocks, brake line and an adjustable trackbar (or relocate your lower mounting hole) Stock tires start to look like mini-spares (I suggest 31's..minimal trimming required)
dude, your posting everywhere except where I want you to post..
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