CST vs. RCD

[sky-raptor]

What is a better setup, RCD or CST? I am going to run 35s with the 4.10 gears on a 2500HD 4X4. Would I have to get 4:88 gears?

 

I will probably be towing about every month and haul an ATV in the bed. If I get the dual rear shocks and 6" leaf springs, will it help level the load?

 

Is the front shocks worth the extra $$$? Do they allow more articulation off-road? And is the ride better/smoother?

 

For those with the CST kit, do I need to get new brake lines?

 

Thanks

[LiftedHDRado]

What is a better setup, RCD or CST? I am going to run 35s with the 4.10 gears on a 2500HD 4X4. Would I have to get 4:88 gears?

 

I will probably be towing about every month and haul an ATV in the bed. If I get the dual rear shocks and 6" leaf springs, will it help level the load?

 

Is the front shocks worth the extra $$$? Do they allow more articulation off-road? And is the ride better/smoother?

 

For those with the CST kit, do I need to get new brake lines?

 

Thanks

 

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I had the 6-8" CST lift on my last HD and I did not have to replace the brake lines...although it wouldn't be a bad idea to change them..it all depends on how high you are going to go...any idea how high you want to go?

[sky-raptor]

I am kinda leaning more to a Cognito than a CST... If you were to do yours all over again, would you get a Cognito or a CST?

 

Thanks

[LiftedHDRado]

I would go with the COGNITO AGAIN! Its a great lift. I am very pleased with it

[MikeZ71]

I feel the CST is better because it's a 1 piece sub-frame,comes with an replacement upper control arm and center link (with heims).

 

A friend has the RCD and his idler and pitmin arm are shot after 15K miles. Mine are still solid and no sloppy steering.

 

The dual shocks are great and make a difference off-road.

[DarkSkyDarkEye]

CST is good, Cognito is a quality lift.