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Old Mar 7, 2005 | 02:06 AM
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"highboy"

what makes the "highboy" ride high, are there blocks? if so how tall are they? i know they have a divorced t case, but im wondering the suspention differences. thanks.
 
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Old Mar 7, 2005 | 09:42 AM
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The Hi-Boy rides high because of the frame design. Read the FAQ for all you could ever want to know. All 4X4's have blocks in the rear since they use the 2 wheel drive rear suspension design and need to have the back raised up to compensate for the height of the front end. Hawkrod
 
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