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Old May 29, 2006 | 10:47 PM
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suspension questions

looking to see if a 2inch add-a-leaf (tuff country) off my 01 would fit on an 02 X? Also looking to add a small lift to the X (under 4in) does anyone have pics of that? Thanks

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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 02:09 AM
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For pics, I'd check around online, not too many people have them on here.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2009 | 09:24 PM
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I added the Tuff-Country Front Add-A-Leaf 82111 to the front of my 2002 7.3L diesel Ex, and it raised it about 2.5", not just 1.5" as claimed.

So, now I am looking at adding Tuff-Country's Add-A-Leaf 82950 2" rear lift springs.

Anybody have this setup?

I tow several boats - the largest being a 26' offshore sportfish - about 7,000# ...

I've been reading this forum for a while, but just joined tonight!
 
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Old Apr 6, 2009 | 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by SC-Ex
I added the Tuff-Country Front Add-A-Leaf 82111 to the front of my 2002 7.3L diesel Ex, and it raised it about 2.5", not just 1.5" as claimed.

So, now I am looking at adding Tuff-Country's Add-A-Leaf 82950 2" rear lift springs.

Anybody have this setup?

I tow several boats - the largest being a 26' offshore sportfish - about 7,000# ...

I've been reading this forum for a while, but just joined tonight!
welcome to the site, I love that boat!!are you a california man , you must live nearby a coastline with that monstere
 
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Old Apr 6, 2009 | 11:20 PM
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Thank you sir!

I'm in South Carolina ... thats our 32 Trojan w/ twin Cummins diesels. I tow my 26'er with my 2002 Ex 7.3L ...

I'll add pix when I get the rear end up to a decent height ... the front lift I added has made it look a little odd ....
 
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Old Apr 6, 2009 | 11:21 PM
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I went ahead and ordered Tuff-Country's Add-A-Leaf 82950 2" rear lift springs ... I'll let you all know how they work ...
 
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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:04 PM
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Anybody have the same setup?

Sounds like Rancho 5000 shocks would be a big help as well!?
 
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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:26 PM
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Looks like I've got to add 21 more silly posts before I can add a signature ...
 
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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:29 PM
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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:30 PM
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Was the "25 posts before getting a signature" requirement something the Obama administration put in place?
 
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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 12:31 PM
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While I'm at it - How can I replace the Catalytic converter on my 2002 7.3L Diesel Ex for an off-road test?
 
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How about that big fat (heavy) muffler - should I toss it aside and test with a straight pipe as well?
 
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My stock BF Goodrich All-Terrain tires (yes - I'm still at only 55k miles) are load range "D"?

Sounds like I need to go to load range "E" and a size up on diameter ...
 
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Those old things? Cut them clean off and replace them with a 4inch system from MBRP. It'll sound better and your truck will love you for it.

If you go to Discount Tire co, you can trade up to 285/75/16 Load Range "E". I.e they should be able to give you some money back on your old tires towards a new set. Load range "E" is always the smart way to go with these big heavy beasts.

Where do you live btw?
 
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