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2.5 -3" of lift ? (not 2, not 3.5)

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Hello all.  I just added the RC 3.5" kit and 275/65r20s (34").  The gap in the front looks like too much for these tires.  And honestly, I am kind afraid of the CV joint angles when I tow as it raises it even further, to absurd levels.  

 

I previously had a 2" spacer, and it wasn't enough.  This seems like too much.  I swear this raised it way more than 1.5" from what I had with the top spacer.  I wish I had measured.  I wish I could split the difference from what I had to what I have now.

 

Id like suggestions to help find a solution.  I know this can cause wear and Im prepared to deal with that if it happens.

 

Questions:  

1. If I leave the current upgraded control arms and the sway bar drop kit, can I reduce the height to something lower?

2.  What would be the best "affordable"  option to get 2.5 - 3" of lift. 

     

       a.   3" coilover kit by Freedom Offroad, but Im not sure if its any good. 

       b.  there are some badass adjustable Fox coilovers but they are $850 each.

       c.  Eibach makes a kit that says its .9-3.6" but then the vendors all say that its only 2.2" and Eibach confirmed that on 4wd models like mine

       d.  2.5"-3" spacer on stock shocks

       e. 2" coilover from RC or other with a .5 or 1" spacer

       f.  Bilstein's 5100s at max setting and make up the rest with a spacer.

 

Thank you!

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Answer found!  RC M1 struts are adjustable!   They don't advertise it for thr 3.5s but I contacted them and they drop down in 0.5" increments.  

 

And they are on sale on amazon now for $340.  Great price on the M1s.

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