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Ready to order my setup, thoughts??

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by SpyderRC, May 31, 2021.

  1. May 31, 2021 at 9:16 AM
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    SpyderRC

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    Been holding off on ordering this for awhile, hoping there would be sales. Doesn't look like there is, so I am ready to pull the trigger now. Curious what your thoughts are on this setup:

    Lift: Front coilovers, rear shocks and diff drop. Leaning towards the add a leaf over the shackle for $60 more. Are the durobumps necessary? Going to hold off on UCA for now. Looking to go 3" up front which is only 1" more than Pro's, hoping they can align it no problem.

    Tires: 285/75/R18 Nitto Ridge Grapplers

    Rims: Fuel Vapors +20 offset
     
  2. May 31, 2021 at 9:38 AM
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    Imo, I would do the UCA’s for better alignment and cheaper since it’s already being torn apart upfront

    Are you planning on a lot of weight or towing?
     
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  3. May 31, 2021 at 11:25 AM
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    As of right now, no heavy weight or towing.
    Maybe you're right. SPC arms for another $660, buy once cry once I suppose. Durobumps probably not needed though?
     
  4. May 31, 2021 at 11:51 AM
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    Agreed, do the UCA an do it right.. Don't skimp out on that, when your spending good money for a nice lift as it is ..No special bump stops are needed, but guess it depends on if your looking to get the most out of your setup.. I had factory bumps on mine an never had an issue 90% pavement driving.. Should align fine with the UCA. If they say they can't then find a better alignment shop ...
     
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  5. May 31, 2021 at 12:08 PM
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    I have the same size tires and went with 3inch Toytech and the SPC uca. My truck had a 1 1\2 inch block that is getting replaced with Toytech's shackle. Alignment guy was happy.
     
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  6. May 31, 2021 at 2:17 PM
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    After time you were probably not like tye add-a-leaf so if you have the money I would just do it right to begin with.

    Drakar or Deaver rear spring pack.
     
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  7. May 31, 2021 at 5:01 PM
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    Thanks gents. Just put my order in for lift and rims. Will order tires next time I see my brother to get his discount. Couple lift items are backordered, so hopefully in near future, I'll get it installed.
     
  8. May 31, 2021 at 5:04 PM
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    Be very careful.
    I just installed a 3/1 with Fuel wheels, 18x9 +20 offset.
    285/75/18 tires.

    tires are touching my body mount. BMC will be needed.
     
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  9. May 31, 2021 at 5:07 PM
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    Thanks for the heads up. Shop I'm going to go through did my brother's 6in lift with 37's and bmc. If need be, I'll tell them to bmc mine also.
     
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  10. May 31, 2021 at 5:12 PM
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    Yes, do it right from the beginning and get the SPC UCA's. You will want to order the carrier bearing spacer kit as well. It's only $15 or so. It eliminates vibrations during initial acceleration. You may also need the brake line extension brackets for the rear. I have them on mine bit I'm lifted 2 inches in the rear. You will love the Alumas. Thats what I have in mine. Are you going to do the install?
     
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  11. May 31, 2021 at 5:13 PM
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    Okay cool!!
    Just wanted to make sure..came as a surprise to me after all the research I did.
    Good luck! :cheers:
     
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  12. May 31, 2021 at 5:19 PM
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    Dang, wish I would have known that before I ordered. Guess I'll call tomorrow and see if they'll add the carrier bearing kit and brake line extension to my order. I did go ahead and ordered the spc uca.
     

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