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Old 06-05-2002, 05:29 PM   #1
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can I use blocks to lower the rear of my 72?

Would I be able to use blocks to lower the rear of my coil spring 3/4 ton 3 or 4 inches?
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Old 06-05-2002, 06:02 PM   #2
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2 inches is the most you want to go with blocks. Any more, the trailing arms will be WAY low.
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Old 06-05-2002, 06:17 PM   #3
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I'm not sure I understand that. If I use blocks, wouldn't my trailing arms be in the same place, and my axle raised? I am concerned about the axle hitting on the frame. as well as the angle of the driveshaft.

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Old 06-05-2002, 06:26 PM   #4
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raising the axle will make the arms closer to the ground
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Old 06-05-2002, 06:31 PM   #5
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Ahhh,
Lower to the ground, in comparison to lower from the frame.
Gotcha. Thanks it makes sense now.
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