Good point. A body lift would be another option (realized that after
I sent my message). That would allow larger tires, doesn't require
touching the suspension, and is orders of magnitude cheaper than a
suspension lift.
--- "Brown, Mike (CAD)" <MBrown@ciena.com> wrote:
> Schackles are another option...
>
> -Mike Brown
> Pasadena, MD.
> 97-Dakota Club Cab,5.2L, 4X4, 7" Lift, 35"x12.50" BFG A/T.
>
> http://www.geocities.com/mbrowwwn/index.html
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jason Bleazard [mailto:drazaelb@yahoo.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, October 03, 2000 2:50 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Adding rear leafs
>
>
> Since you're trying to clear 31x10.50 tires (which come on '97 and
> newer 4x4s as a factory option) I'll assume your truck is a '96 or
> older.
>
> One thing you might want to consider about adding leafs is that it
> will make your suspension stiffer, and reduce your articulation.
> Replacing all or part of the existing spring pack or using blocks
> are
> the only ways I know of to lift the rear without impacting
> articulation.
>
> I run 31x9.50 Super Swamper TSL Radials on trails on my '95 4x4
> (stock suspension) with no problem at all. The skinnier tire tucks
> in to the wheel wells quite nicely. This is the only brand I've
> been
> able to find in that size. Unfortunately, the Swampers really
> aren't
> suited to lots of use on pavement.
=====
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Jason Bleazard http://www.bleazard.net Toronto, Ontario
his: '95 Dakota Sport 4x4, 239 V6, 5spd, Reg. Cab, white
hers: '98 Dakota Sport 4x4, 318 V8, Auto, Club Cab, black
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