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Old 10-06-2011, 11:09 AM
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What size shims does everyone run based on the size of your lift?
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I just put 6 degree shims on my xj with a 3" lift. It seems to be spot on.
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I run 6 degrees as well, but with a 4.5" lift. I have little to no vibes.
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I have 4 degrees with a 6 inch lift.. i should probably have 6 but i get no vibes and i still got my stock dv (for the next few weeks)

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6 degree shims on a 4.5 inch lift.
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Originally Posted by Corcor4
I have 4 degrees with a 6 inch lift.. i should probably have 6 but i get no vibes and i'm still on a stock sye and dv (for the next few weeks)
haha whats a "stock SYE"?

I run 4* shims with DB SYE and rebuilt front shaft.
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Originally Posted by brookhart63
haha whats a "stock SYE"?

I run 4* shims with DB SYE and rebuilt front shaft.
hahah man, some of the things i say on this forum... i always notice after i've already posted
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