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Old Mar 8, 2011 | 02:14 PM
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Ok so while I was in Afghanistan my wife installed a RC 3.5" series II lift and then decided it wasn't high enough so she bought a RC 1.25 BL which hasn't been installed yet. I was curious if It was possible to put on a coil spacer lift when you already have a suspension lift.
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Old Mar 8, 2011 | 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by jrylb73
Ok so while I was in Afghanistan my wife installed a RC 3.5" series II lift and then decided it wasn't high enough so she bought a RC 1.25 BL which hasn't been installed yet. I was curious if It was possible to put on a coil spacer lift when you already have a suspension lift.
Most people buy Adjustable Coil Spacers and install them with their aftermarket suspension lift. This is used for heavier bumpers front and rear.
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Old Mar 8, 2011 | 03:09 PM
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The acos spacers are very, very expensive, but they work well. If you just want another inch or so, go with cheap poly spacers.

What you need to consider is how more 'suspension' lift will affect you. Do you have adjustable control arms to reset the caster? Adjustable trackbars to re-center the axles? Are the brake lines long enough? How about the links? Are you prepared for the expense of new driveshafts? And the adj ca's to set the pinion for the new shafts?
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Old Mar 8, 2011 | 03:19 PM
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if you already have a BL just go with it
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Old Mar 25, 2011 | 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by TheDirtman
I am running the JKS ACOS (adjustable coil over spacer) on top of my OME HD springs. Works just fine. Lets me run from 4.5"-7" of lift. Currently running 5.5"
Agreed, go with the ACOS.
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Old Mar 25, 2011 | 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by jrylb73
Ok so while I was in Afghanistan my wife installed a RC 3.5" series II lift and then decided it wasn't high enough so she bought a RC 1.25 BL which hasn't been installed yet. I was curious if It was possible to put on a coil spacer lift when you already have a suspension lift.
I don't have a clue but Thank you for your Service and welcome home

I'm just assuming you were not on vacation in Agghanistan
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Old Oct 30, 2011 | 09:10 AM
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The adjustable spacers should do well for my rug. Thanks for the information from those that have them installed. I'll post up when I get them installed and adjusted.
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Old Dec 16, 2011 | 08:00 PM
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I installed ACOS adjustable spacers, well worth the install and price. With load changes during the wheeling season, I can keep my rig running good, without riding on the bump stops.
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