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what problems come with lifts

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Old Aug 6, 2011 | 12:02 PM
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I bought mine used . It already had a TF 2.5" coil lift, and a TF adjustable front track bar. It had pretty bad bump steer and mild death wobble on small bumps. I took it in to a dealer and had it aligned, which made it worse. I took it to a 4 wheel shop in town that has a good reputation, and paid them for an hour to check it out. All they did was adjust the toe out a little from factory, and re-torque everything. I was going to buy LCAs, but they told me with the amount of lift I have, it really isn't necessary. They also dropped the tire pressure to 30. (I am running 35s) The dealer had bumped them up to 37 because that is what the door sticker says for stock tires. It drives great now. I agree with everyone saying to re-torque your track bar bolts every oil change. Also, tire pressure is important. I wouldn't run over 32 or so with 33s. They explained that running factory spec toe with a lift makes it feel a little flighty. I have done about 11000 miles since this and haven't noticed any unusual tire wear.
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Old Aug 6, 2011 | 12:27 PM
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You don't need a lift for 33"s. I have a 3/4 spacer in the front with no rubbing. Same exact ride but looks a little lifted.
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