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I presently am running a 2.25 inch pro comp level lift with 3 inch rear blocks. I like the way it looks but I've read a lot lately where level lifts can be harder on the truck than say a 4 inch lift. Is this true, which one is harder on the truck and wear? My shop pushes pro comp and that's where I can get best deal but I've noticed their 4 inch lift comes with 3 inch blocks also whereas others come with a 4. Is there anything else pro comp has in their kit that makes the back end come up more, because if I decide to switch to a 4" pro comp suspension lift , does that mainly mean I'm just lifting my front end up another 1 3/4 and the back won't come up anymore that it already is?

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If you have 3" rear blocks your truck must have some serious rake! My 2.5" RCX level came with 2" rear blocks and it still maintained a little rake. All the lifts I've seen with blocks give you a 1" smaller block than the lift is rated eg. My 6" BDS lift has 5" rear blocks to make my truck pretty much level.

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I presently am running a 2.25 inch pro comp level lift with 3 inch rear blocks. I like the way it looks but I've read a lot lately where level lifts can be harder on the truck than say a 4 inch lift. Is this true, which one is harder on the truck and wear? My shop pushes pro comp and that's where I can get best deal but I've noticed their 4 inch lift comes with 3 inch blocks also whereas others come with a 4. Is there anything else pro comp has in their kit that makes the back end come up more, because if I decide to switch to a 4" pro comp suspension lift , does that mainly mean I'm just lifting my front end up another 1 3/4 and the back won't come up anymore that it already is?

Please post a pic with that combo I too have the 2.25 lift but didn't do the rear blocks kit did not come with curious how it would look with the 3inch since most do 2inch I'm also worried the 3inch would be to much on shocks please share ur experience as far as ride..

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just measured my front and I have 39 3/8 in front and 40" in the rear. Also measured the block and its more like 2.5 inches. I like a little rake like this but was wondering what I would have with the 4" pro comp suspension. But main question is what type of lift is easier on a truck in the long run... level or the suspension?


just measured my front and I have 39 3/8 in front and 40" in the rear. Also measured the block and its more like 2.5 inches. I like a little rake like this but was wondering what I would have with the 4" pro comp suspension. But main question is what type of lift is easier on a truck in the long run... level or the suspension?

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Please post a pic with that combo I too have the 2.25 lift but didn't do the rear blocks kit did not come with curious how it would look with the 3inch since most do 2inch I'm also worried the 3inch would be to much on shocks please share ur experience as far as ride..

I'm presently at work and cant post pics but I can say its a little less than rake than the stock. Perfect amount in my opinion.

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I like a little rake like this but was wondering what I would have with the 4" pro comp suspension

4" Procomp kit # K1158B(steel)

43-3/8" rear, 42-1/2" front

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Trying using Tapatalk for first time to be able to put pictures from phone on here. But I know someone asked for a picture of my setup I have now with the blocks.

 

 

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4" Procomp kit # K1158B(steel)

43-3/8" rear, 42-1/2" front

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What size tires do you have on this setup? Looks good!

 

 

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Ok, I'm not sure why from TapaTalk my id is coming through as rock16mhs? Must be generated from my email somehow. Tried changing username and says it's changed but keeps showing rock16mhs. Hmmm but in same as rock16mhs and rockbirds18 ha. Sorry for confusion

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Ok, I'm not sure why from TapaTalk my id is coming through as rock16mhs? Must be generated from my email somehow. Tried changing username and says it's changed but keeps showing rock16mhs. Hmmm but in same as rock16mhs and rockbirds18 ha. Sorry for confusion

I actually love the rake gives it that factory look where did u get that 3inch block

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What size tires do you have on this setup? Looks good!

 

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Toyo AT II 305/55R20

 

 

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If you decide to go with the ProComp lift, note that it will push the front track width out +/-4". I added 1.75" Bora spacers to the rear.

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I actually love the rake gives it that factory look where did u get that 3inch block

Pretty sure my shop ordered it from ProComp also. But I did measure them last night and seemed to be more liked 2.5. I like the look of the rake too but according to my numbers it's only around 3/4 of inch whereas CP4 post is more.

 

 

 

 

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If you decide to go with the ProComp lift, note that it will push the front track width out +/-4". I added 1.75" Bora spacers to the rear.

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So would you recommend this lift for sure or are there things you do not like? And can you comment overall on whether it's better on the truck for wear than a level lift?Also does it sling rocks and dirt bad in side, need fender flares?

 

 

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So would you recommend this lift for sure or are there things you do not like? I'm guessing no rubbing issues with those tires? And can you comment overall on whether it's better on the truck for wear than a level lift?

 

 

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No complaints, no rubbing(+1 wheel offset), and the ride is great. My shop made several positive comments about the quality. I cannot say if it is "better" than a level kit, but the 5yr/60K warranty from ProComp makes me feel good. [emoji6]

 

 

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