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Old Nov 25, 2015 | 09:31 AM
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So I know there's all kinds of lift questions but I just need the straight forward answer. I bought a RC 2.5 lift with shocks and my question is do I need adjustable track bar or any control arms etc. I want to make sure I have to needs and know how before we install it. I can get the track bar and I have a friend selling some used RC front lowers for cheap. Expert advice greatly appreciated!

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Old Nov 25, 2015 | 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Thadv95
So I know there's all kinds of lift questions but I just need the straight forward answer. I bought a RC 2.5 lift with shocks and my question is do I need adjustable track bar or any control arms etc. I want to make sure I have to needs and know how before we install it. I can get the track bar and I have a friend selling some used RC front lowers for cheap. Expert advice greatly appreciated!

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"Need" no... Will you want them? Probably. Ride/handling will benefit greatly.
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Old Nov 25, 2015 | 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Flex_Junkie
"Need" no... Will you want them? Probably. Ride/handling will benefit greatly.
What would you go with first? I've heard front trac bar then go from there. Opinions?
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Old Nov 25, 2015 | 07:03 PM
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Trackbar... If the arms are a good deal go for it after.

Do you know what your caster is at now?
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Old Nov 26, 2015 | 03:13 AM
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Drive it first, get a feel for it and come back if you've got a particular problem. That 2.5 kit may only net 2" in which case you'd be wasting money.

For my money, frankenlift, and ride taste- I was able to get away with a rear track bar relocation bracket. I'm at a true 2.5" on a 2dr so geometry is quite noticeable when something is off. As funds allow I'll add other pieces to make the lift "complete" and check all of the boxes but mine handles well so I'm happy.
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