Controversial issue but I'm thinking of adding 2-3" high-quality spacers to my stock set up. Reason? I like the tires to be out of the body for a more intimidating stance and better protection as well as a bit more roll resistance off-road.
Spacers a good idea?
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t_j
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I ran trailsport 4x4 1.75" spacers for a while so I could use stock wheels with my new LCA/UCA dual shock setup. No problems, make sure you buy a decent hubcentric spacer and follow the instructions for torquing them down.
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Spacer = never a good idea.
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t_j
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Pretty much a religious argument this topic is.
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Not true at all. I imagine you have little experience with the subject
yup, seems to be the case with lots of people here.
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That was 1/4" spacers that were modified for hub centric and replacing studs with longer and stronger.
The OP is wanting to do 2-3" spacers, 3" spacers??? Maybe 1.25" and hub and done right but cannot see how a 3" would be a good idea on this truck.
t_j
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Depends on how often he's willing to replace parts, same can be said for 20"s with crazy offset.
They will be safe if they are well made and installed correctly, will they cause faster wear on bearings and other parts sure.
I certainly would not install spacers larger than absolutely required to allow parts to fit without interfering.
Idleone
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Ive been running a 2 inch spacer for years now. Never had any issues and many Raptor runs.
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