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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 11:48 AM
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Finchturf haven't had any issues with the adaptive steering.. Havent tried adjusting the headlights yet but will soon as I know they need to come down 2" or so..
 
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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 12:53 PM
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Rutcutter - how do you like those Toyos? I am considering changing to those when my Duratracs wear out. I have liked the Duratracs, but hear the Toyos are quieter and have a firmer sidewall.
 
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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 02:36 PM
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So far I love them,not much road noise at all.. Haven't had them in the mud yet so cant comment on that.. I would recommend these as they also have a 45,000 miles tread life warranty.
 
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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 05:55 PM
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Did you replace your front shocks? If so, did they say anything about the sizing? My dealer told me that the shocks are identical to the outgoing MY.
 
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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 07:36 PM
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Rut, I'd like some more info on those spacer bushings. I just ordered the RC 2" level kit, then went out to my shop and found the 1 I ordered for my 15 platinum. I put it in and then swapped it for a 1.5" Ready Lift. I took a level and a tape down to the local dealership and measured the fall on the box of an XLT. Appears to me that the 2" kit is again a bit too much? Maybe that's where I'm lost with these spacers......Thanks. Also told the tire ordering guy to put a hold on my Duratracs, I'm leaning toward the 37's.

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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 07:43 PM
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Highjumper I didn't replace the front shocks,still running the stockers for now.. Whenever I do replace them though i'm going with the FOX shocks this go around.


Smitherz i'm only running the 2" RC front kit on mine.
 
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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 07:49 PM
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Right on, thanks! Sweet ride you have!
 
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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 09:36 PM
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Did you replace your front shocks? If so, did they say anything about the sizing? My dealer told me that the shocks are identical to the outgoing MY.
HJ I wouldn't put to much into what your dealer is telling you about the shocks..


When we had them loose doing the leveling kit these shocks "seemed" stronger than in years past.. I'll find out for sure here before too long if they last any longer..
 
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Old Sep 21, 2016 | 10:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Rutcutter
HJ I wouldn't put to much into what your dealer is telling you about the shocks..


When we had them loose doing the leveling kit these shocks "seemed" stronger than in years past.. I'll find out for sure here before too long if they last any longer..
I am wondering the same. I have to admit, this new suspension is so much better than the prior MY that I have wondered if they fixed the OEM Rancho shocks (both sets from my 2013 and 2015 were broke from day 1).
 
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Old Sep 22, 2016 | 10:13 PM
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Hey Rutcutter, when you get a chance to put a few miles on that gorgeous truck, will you let us know how much your mpgs suffered, and if you noticed a difference in ride quality? I am seriously debating whether or not I should mess with such a smooth riding truck. Thanks for all of your info and help!
 
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Old Sep 22, 2016 | 10:22 PM
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Got my leveling spacer kit put on today. I went with the Pro Comp 62245 2.5" kit. Ride quality seemed to change very little. Also, specs from my alignment papers came out almost the exact same as before so this was good to see.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2016 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by 17F250
Got my leveling spacer kit put on today. I went with the Pro Comp 62245 2.5" kit. Ride quality seemed to change very little. Also, specs from my alignment papers came out almost the exact same as before so this was good to see.
What wheel/tire size did you go with? Looks good!
 
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Old Sep 22, 2016 | 11:01 PM
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Looks great. Did you measure the apex of the fenders? That looks perfectly level. I'm interested in knowing the tire size also.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2016 | 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by 17F250
Got my leveling spacer kit put on today. I went with the Pro Comp 62245 2.5" kit. Ride quality seemed to change very little. Also, specs from my alignment papers came out almost the exact same as before so this was good to see.
That lift with those Duratracs looks good!
 
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Old Sep 22, 2016 | 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by EpicCowlick
Looks great. Did you measure the apex of the fenders? That looks perfectly level. I'm interested in knowing the tire size also.
My F350 is exactly 2.5" higher in the rear than the front. I'm guessing those are 325/60r20s.
 
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