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Jun 26, 2004 | 10:17 AM

04bluescab

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looking for a good leveling kit

I am looking for a leveling kit for o4 2x4. Any takes?

Jun 26, 2004 | 04:13 PM

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I have a 4x2 - I bought ProTech's 2.75" leveling kit AND AM VERY VERY HAPPY. After that I put on 315/70/17's. You can see pics in my gallery.

http://www.protechezlift.com/

Jun 26, 2004 | 04:57 PM

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Any change in ride or handling? Any problems with alignment?

Jun 26, 2004 | 04:59 PM

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No difference in ride quality or handling. I HIGHLY recommend this kit.

As far as alignment, YES you do need to get an alignment after it is installed.

Jun 26, 2004 | 05:02 PM

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Did you order the kit yourself or did you go through a performance store?

Jun 26, 2004 | 05:08 PM

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I ordered it from their ebay auction, but you can buy direct from them too. Pretty much bought it from them, then had a shop install it for me.

Jun 26, 2004 | 05:11 PM

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Thanks for the insight. If anyone else has any input let me know.

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Jun 29, 2004 | 05:47 PM

04bluescab

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If you dont mind me asking how much was that with install. I think that is what they tried to get me to get when i bought the truck

Jun 29, 2004 | 06:41 PM

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I second the ProTech. Very very easy to do. Just make sure you got a good spring compresser or wal mount and your home free. I did mine in 2 hrs.

Jun 29, 2004 | 08:45 PM

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Some people that I have talked to said that they "poly" kits are potentially bad for the longevity of my truck. They said go with a coil over kit. Any opinion?

Jun 29, 2004 | 08:50 PM

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The Protech is Billit Aluminum and not poly. Thats the main reason I went with the Protech but I am sure the poly would be fine as well since thats what body lifts are made out of.

On another note I am not figuring on running mine much longer than this time next year as by then I will be near the end of warrenty and it will be time for a 6" suspension lift.

Jul 1, 2004 | 08:37 PM

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I went with the protech, I paid $90 to have it put in, love it. I do feel a differnce in the ride , but I think it's from the BFG's I put on. Make sure you get it lined up.