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Lowering question.

Old Sep 7, 2014 | 10:21 AM
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I have not found anyone that has a good looking stance with a 23" up front that did not add some rake to the trees. That big hoop needs room and if you try to lower it like stock or lower, the tire will be way to close. 3-5° added to the trees should be more than enough to make it right and lower it down to where you want it.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2014 | 10:27 AM
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I've had the same experience myself with a shotgun shock for the rear and -2 tubes and -2 progressive spring kit. Just hated having to cut the spacer to different sizes to get the desired results. Thought about doing -4 tube assemblies; any thoughts?
 

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