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I lifted mine 4" to allow for 37" HMMWV tires and rims. Used an adjustable drag link for steering. Front hubs have 2" spacers to push the rims away from the inner wheel wells. Do some searches and you will find threads with a lot of info on how it is done.
You don't have to call me Mr. Goldneagle. GE is fine for SS members. Yes I used 2" billet aluminum spacers only in the fronts. The rears don't need any spacers since they don't steer. You only need the spacers in the front so the tires don't rub when you are turning. I actually had the HMMWV...
My truck steers like a dream with just the use of an adjustable drag link. So what is the benefit of the cross-over steering? Maybe it is only necessary for taller lifts?
I did a 4" lift on my truck with new springs in the front and 4" lift blocks in the back. The front have 2" aluminum spacers behind the rims. Stock steering with an adjustable drag link. The truck steers like a dream. No rubbing and smooth turns. Once I had the HMMWV tires balanced it rides...
Hey Jeff had a good time with good friends. Thanks for hosting the get-together. I hope to make the next one too. Thank you and Amy for the hospitality.
Can you send me a high resolution version of that picture? Enjoy the cake (and no fighting over it!)
Don't worry it'll buff right out! I think you need to buy my 40 x 40 building so you can store those valuable trucks in a safer place. I dropped my asking price to $11k.
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