TKGN1's build
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SamSter0077
Frack me..
Got some new stuff for the truck, gonna put these on this weekend.
??? Taller? Why the change?
TKGN1
Straight White Male
I probably won't gain but an extra 1" to 1-1/2" over what I have. I have a little tire clearance issues in the front along with worn out stock springs in the rear, I'm hoping for a little better articulation with these springs (rear at least).
Blame it on Rob, he is always talking me into adding things!
Anybody need a set of Wheeler's AAL for a first Gen?
Blame it on Rob, he is always talking me into adding things!
Anybody need a set of Wheeler's AAL for a first Gen?
You'll love the ride, especially if you put anything in the bed. It will handle the weight from those bumpers extremely well.
TKGN1
Straight White Male
That was another reason for the springs, since I've added/adding bumpers, sliders, the front has already dropped about 1/2". I'm glad to know the ride will be a little better, I was wondering about that.
TKGN1
Straight White Male
Got the OME springs on. Had an issue, the centering pin for the OME rear springs caused the axle to move forward thus pushing the tire into the front side of the fender well under hard articulation. I fixed the problem by drilling new holes in the spring perch to move the axle back to the stock position. Not sure if this was the best solution but it worked, also not sure why the centering pin is in a different location compared to the stockers. Also, have a slight lean towards the drivers side, guess its known as the "Taco lean"? Anybody know if the rear springs are right/left specific? I didn't see anything that would indicate that.
Other than the few issues the ride is way better as well as the articulation, really happy with the turnout. Wheeled Sat night and the truck is way more stable than it was. Overall I gained 2 inches over what I was at, not sure how much over the stock hieght I am, guessing around 3-1/2" - 4". I also no longer have rubbing issues on the front.
Downside is travel (extension) is now limited by the shocks (5100s), not bad but could go with longer shocks.
Other than the few issues the ride is way better as well as the articulation, really happy with the turnout. Wheeled Sat night and the truck is way more stable than it was. Overall I gained 2 inches over what I was at, not sure how much over the stock hieght I am, guessing around 3-1/2" - 4". I also no longer have rubbing issues on the front.
Downside is travel (extension) is now limited by the shocks (5100s), not bad but could go with longer shocks.
TKGN1
Straight White Male
Thanks Drew.
I saw Keiths relocation perch and figured this would work just the same and I wouldn't gain height from it.
SamSter0077
Frack me..
Looks good Todd! Going to be coming to see you soon........ i hope. 
Your rear springs ARE side specific. One is part #CS04GRA and the other is #CS04GRB. I don't know which is which though.
TKGN1
Straight White Male
Yea, thats what I thought too. Gonna use the forklift to lift the truck again, screw the jack.
Silverback
Lima Gulf Bravo Foxtrot Juliet Bravo
The lift looks great Todd. Suck about installing the leafs on the wrong side, Murphy's law at work I suppose.