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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 01:01 PM
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What effect will lowering the rear have on the belt tension? If I drop it a full 2 inches will I have to readjust the belt? Thanks
 
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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 02:24 PM
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No. I lowered mine 2" with no issues.
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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 03:30 PM
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No not at all, got mine down nearly 3inches.....no problems

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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 03:56 PM
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Jason, sweet ride!
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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 05:10 PM
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Lowered 2 inches. No effect on belt.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 05:42 PM
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Dropped 2".No belt issues

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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 07:48 PM
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Same traffic here...no issues!



 
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what kit did you all use to lower yours with?\
I want to do the same approximately 2"
 
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Thanks Dave, yours too.....

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