Do I need to install my AALs?

daewoo · #1 (**permalink**) 01-09-2006, 08:45 AM

I need your advice.

I recently installed a 3" front lift on my 2004 DC. When finished, I noticed the truck was completely level. I plan to install some 305/70/16s this week and was wondering if I needed to lift the rear to fit them and if anyone else lifted their front but left the rear stock?

Thanks

TundrastruckDave · #2 (**permalink**) 01-09-2006, 03:12 PM

IMPO... with 3" of lift up front, I think you'll definately need the AAL's if not Blocks!

Don't know whether this will help or not, but HERE'S what I did with a lift on my DC. I only went with a minimal 2" lift. After installing the new coils up front and setting the truck back on level ground, it was obvious, that the front was a little bit higher than the rear, so we added the TRD AAL's. I think the pictures in the provided link, will kinda' speak for themselves.

In any case, if you've got 3" up front, I'm almost certain, you'll have a rear-end "squat" to your truck. Especailly if your DC is 2WD!

In that case... you'll definately need the AAL's. But honestly, whether your DC is 2 or 4WD, I think you'll be gald you put them on in the end.

SDMike · #3 (**permalink**) 01-10-2006, 12:24 AM

I'm getting my 305's installed tomorrow...All I have are Donahoe coilovers and bilstein 5100's in the back. I got the BFG Mud Terrains 305x70x16 and Mickey Thompson Classic II's with 3 5/8 backspacing...I'm taking off the mud flaps and warming up the dremel and keeping my fingers crossed. I'll let you know how it works out.

SDMike · #4 (**permalink**) 01-10-2006, 11:19 PM

installed the 305's today with no problems or rubbing. I had been going back and forth deciding between 285's and 305's for the last couple of months after doing a lot a research on this site....I'm sure glad I chose 305's..Good luck

daewoo · #5 (**permalink**) 01-11-2006, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SDMike

installed the 305's today with no problems or rubbing. I had been going back and forth deciding between 285's and 305's for the last couple of months after doing a lot a research on this site....I'm sure glad I chose 305's..Good luck

SdMike -- thanks for reporting back in. I have been going through the same thought process. I have a 4x4 and I am not sure how much of a diff. that will make but hearing another person went with 305s makes me more confident. I am going to order mines today. I am going with firestone destination MTs.

I can pick them up locally for around fro $190 installed and have 30 days to change my mind. gotta love that!!!

Post some pics!!!

what do u have ur Hoes set to 3"??

Thx

SDMike · #6 (**permalink**) 01-17-2006, 10:38 AM

Hoes are set at 3"...So far so good. I posted some pics.

daewoo · #7 (**permalink**) 01-17-2006, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SDMike

Hoes are set at 3"...So far so good. I posted some pics.

Man it is a good thing u live on the west coast b/c folks might get our vehicles confused

My tires should be in either today or thurs. My UCAs came in last night. I am still contemplating a DIY install.

As for the rear end, she looks kinda squatted every once and a while depending on where I am parked. If we get a warm day or I decide to DIY my UCAs, I will likely install the AALs.

I will also post pics as soon as she is all together.

Thanks for info and pics.