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Old Dec 10, 2003 | 07:57 PM
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hey guys. well this isnt about my ford...its about my chevy...gringe i know but hey atleast it aint foreign! well anyway, im puttin a body lift on it, im thinkin either 2 or 3 in, probly 3. ive never done one before. my question is...im guessin ill need new shocks?? or can the shocks i got cover 3 inches extra?? stupid ? probly but gotta find out somehow
 
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Old Dec 10, 2003 | 09:13 PM
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A body lift won't effect the shocks, they are mounted to the frame and suspension not the body.
 
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 01:36 AM
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The only things to worry about when doing a body lift are radiator position, bumper position, steering linkage, and shifter linkage(if auto tranny). You might also want to look into buying something to fill the visible gap you will see between the body and frame when you look inside the wheel wells.
 
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 08:12 AM
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You might also want to make sure that your fuel filler hoses arent being stretched.
 
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 02:00 PM
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sorry, I forgot mention that. Yeah....check all your hoses.
 
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Old Dec 18, 2003 | 08:51 AM
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what do yall suggest to fill the gap?? im lookin cheap but good here if possible?? o yea, wont the steering linkage just pivot?? from what i see there is plenty of pivot, but i am putting a 3" on it. will it change my steering or something? also, how do u guys like yur body lifts, as in ride quality, changes in steering, any problems, etc? thanks
- Tim
 
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