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Old 07-27-2014, 11:06 PM   #1
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Need some help with custom 2" zero rates

Hey guys I have a truck that I want to keep as factory as possible and run 33x12.50's with a decent amount of room.

My thoughts is 2" zero rates all around well no major company makes them but I found a place JKW offroad that will make them custom for me.

Their website mentions they can mill 6" degrees etc into them.

my question is what degree should I ask for to keep angles correct? and do all four front and rear need this degree cut into them?

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Old 07-28-2014, 10:47 PM   #2
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Re: Need some help with custom 2" zero rates

figured this would be an easy one with you guys.
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Old 07-28-2014, 10:52 PM   #3
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Re: Need some help with custom 2" zero rates

Blocks are illegal in the front of a truck driven on the street... As far as the back,.. No clue... Just be careful.
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Old 07-28-2014, 11:10 PM   #4
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Re: Need some help with custom 2" zero rates

research zero rate / ez inch leaf springs these are not blocks.
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Old 07-29-2014, 07:37 AM   #5
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Re: Need some help with custom 2" zero rates

Actually they are blocks, the center pin just goes through them. Still a very bad idea for the front. They give the front axle too much lateral leverage on the front springs. Some 2 inch soft ride springs would be a much better plan. As for the rear, just talk to Steven at JKW, he is very knowledgeable and can probably help with a recommendation. Personally, with just 2 inches you probably won't need any adjustment.

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Old 07-29-2014, 05:35 PM   #6
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Re: Need some help with custom 2" zero rates

Off Road Design is a good source. These are 1" though.....

Bolts into spring pack so it's considered a short, thick spring.

http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/Zero%20Rates.htm

I'd try these and see what kind of tire clearance you get. I had 33's at stock height with minimal rubbing. I have a 2.5" lift with 35's but may go back down to 33's if I can find the correct rims....
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Old 08-18-2014, 09:41 PM   #7
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Re: Need some help with custom 2" zero rates

anyone else running 2" zero rates? any suggestions? good idea or no
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