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Old Aug 18, 2015 | 11:55 PM
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i have a 03 night train with a 21 and 18 rear with 180 heartland kit and shotgun air ride but want to run 23.what would i have to do and change for a 23
 
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Old Aug 19, 2015 | 01:31 AM
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That's a seriously badass NT you have there! Well done. I love the wheels, and that 23" front is sweet! Good fender combo too.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2015 | 03:23 AM
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It mounts right up with no special requirements. You'd just need a new fender if you decide to run one. Also, you may want to conciser lowering your front suspension with a drop in kit because the front will sit just a little higher with a 23. My 23er was probably the best thing I've bought for my train. You won't be disappointed.
 
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I talked to a couple people they said i need to rake the trees to 5 degrees and put drop ins for front suspension to run a fender with a 23
 
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Old Aug 19, 2015 | 11:12 AM
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No you do not need a rake at all. There is more then enough room with the stock trees. On my profile I have pictures of my train with no rake on stock trees with a 23. However, I did lower the front.
 
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How much did you lower your front suspension and hows the ride with it lowered with the 23
 
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I've been considering a 23 for my deuce....... keep us posted :-) .....
 
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That looks really good
 
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I slammed my front end and lowered it 4-4 1/2 inches, which isn't necessary I just like the way it looks. Also, I added race tech gold valves. I was really shocked how well it rode and I'm extremely happy with it.
 
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