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There's a 1" block between the axle and leaf springs and I believe you're able to remove the blocks without any problems. Honestly, I wouldn't want a truck perfectly level anyways, well that is if you actually use the truck for what it's intended for. Once you hook a trailer up to it or put any real weight on a perfectly level truck the rear will then be lower than the front so it will look bad. If it was me I'd keep it how it is. I was going to put a level kit on mine but since I have so much weight in my toolbox it actually lowered the rear enough to be a little more level while still having a good rake. I wouldn't mind a full 4" suspension lift though.

I have airbag suspension installed in the back for when I tow boats or the occasional toy hauler.

 

 

You can contact rough country and special order the 2.5" level kit. Its your 2" blocks and .5" spacer on top of the shock, but instead of the 2" rear block that comes with it, ask for a .5" block or remove the block all together.

I would prefer some rake though, just in case you have to haul something or tow something

I'll have to look into getting the 1/2" rear block. Maybe they can sell me the rear block and the extra 1/2" spacer in the front since I already have the 2" block in the front

There's a 1" block between the axle and leaf springs and I believe you're able to remove the blocks without any problems. Honestly, I wouldn't want a truck perfectly level anyways, well that is if you actually use the truck for what it's intended for. Once you hook a trailer up to it or put any real weight on a perfectly level truck the rear will then be lower than the front so it will look bad. If it was me I'd keep it how it is. I was going to put a level kit on mine but since I have so much weight in my toolbox it actually lowered the rear enough to be a little more level while still having a good rake. I wouldn't mind a full 4" suspension lift though.

I have airbag suspension installed in the back for when I tow boats or the occasional toy hauler.

 

 

You can contact rough country and special order the 2.5" level kit. Its your 2" blocks and .5" spacer on top of the shock, but instead of the 2" rear block that comes with it, ask for a .5" block or remove the block all together.

I would prefer some rake though, just in case you have to haul something or tow something

I'll have to look into getting the 1/2" rear block. Maybe they can sell me the rear block and the extra 1/2" spacer in the front since I already have the 2" block in the front
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SMiller Senior Enthusiast

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I would install the RC strut spacers, have the truck realinged and you should be happier.

 

Every truck I have seen with the RC 2.5in. level was completely level afterwards.

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Ask and you shall receive lol. I'm always taking pictures of my truck, but I found myself trying to find the best angle to not show the rake. I would really prefer the leveled look with no rake, so I'll have to look into getting the extra 1/2" from RC

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Ask and you shall receive lol. I'm always taking pictures of my truck, but I found myself trying to find the best angle to not show the rake. I would really prefer the leveled look with no rake, so I'll have to look into getting the extra 1/2" from RC

Your truck looks fairly level. I think you are looking for the optical illusion of level. Why don't you remove the lower front air valence. It's held on by a dozen bolts. And you can do it yourself

 

This will make your front end look higher

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Your truck looks fairly level. I think you are looking for the optical illusion of level. Why don't you remove the lower front air valence. It's held on by a dozen bolts. And you can do it yourself

These pictures were taken a couple months ago. Since then I removed the air dam and put a 20" light bar in the black plastic area on the front bumper.. Still not completely satisfied with the stance though. Don't get me wrong, I love this truck, but I don't want any rake, that's why I installed the airbag suspension.

 

Thanks for all the suggestions guys, I didn't think I would get replies this fast when I put this post up this morning at work lol

zach1990 Senior Enthusiast

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Why would he install shackles when all he has to do is remove the rear block?

Was just a suggestion. Didn't think of it at the time
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Just put a 6" lift in it and be done.

 

I would love the look of a lift, but I don't want to ruin the smooth ride I have now
ccdies Enthusiast

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I would love the look of a lift, but I don't want to ruin the smooth ride I have now

The 8" lift kit i had on my truck didnt change my ride, all it is is a strut tower to lower the strut and a lower corssmember to move your control arms down farther, your still using the same strut, and the rear is only a lift block so the ride stays stock

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i ordered the RC 2.5 inch level kit..from their site it includes the lower part-the upper spacer part..and replacement rear blocks..

 

you can buy & just add the .5 or whatever the top space is if your not happen..look at the rough country site believe its available separate

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Do those tires rub at all anywhere? What is the backspacing on those wheels? That is perfect stance IMO. Love it.

I agree with some of the others' comments here - it looks great. And I also want to know how those Nittos are doing in terms of fit - no rubs, any mods to the wheel well or anything else to make those donuts fit?

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Ask and you shall receive lol. I'm always taking pictures of my truck, but I found myself trying to find the best angle to not show the rake. I would really prefer the leveled look with no rake, so I'll have to look into getting the extra 1/2" from RC

I just took my 2.5" RC lift/level off. Let me know if your interested.

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I think the truck looks perfect as is.

 

Then again you'll never get everyone agreeing to one thing. It's pretty subjective.

 

 

So that's my vote. Perfect as is. If you ever tow or put anything in the bed, it will still look great.

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I like a little rake. When it is perfectly level, the front "looks" higher than the rear.... and if you add anything in the bed it gets even worse.

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