How did you decide where to set your CO's?

[KCcarguy]

The lift is on, now it's time to make final adjustments, buy tires, etc.

:banana:

So, what was everyone's thought process in determining lift height?

You can run 285's with a 2.0" lift....am I right?

So, from a functional perspective: a 2" lift would preserve more down-travel in the front suspension and allow for a more-pleasant ride as well as better alignment and CV angles vs. a 3.0". Correct?

After a lift, I believe the rear differential is the lowest point on the vehicle (limited by tire diameter). So....assuming you're going to run 285's, is there any advantage to running a 3' lift vs. a 2' lift or is it pure cosmetics?

Sorry if this is a bit of a nube questions, I'm just trying to understand concepts here.

 

[453030]

I wanted to maintain some rake to my setup so used a combination of measurements and visual look to set them. You might need to make a secondary adjustment after everything settles. I am still running my 265 DTs but have plans for larger tires this summer on my factory wheels. I think I ended up close to the 3/2 most have.

The differential should be your low point, and as you indicate that is controlled by your tires. I added the Bud Built full skid package and that diff skid fits so tight you only lose the thickness of the steel.

Looking forward to pix when it is all dialed in.

 

[thebwlife]

The lift is on, now it's time to make final adjustments, buy tires, etc.

:banana:

So, what was everyone's thought process in determining lift height?

You can run 285's with a 2.0" lift....am I right?

So, from a functional perspective: a 2" lift would preserve more down-travel in the front suspension and allow for a more-pleasant ride as well as better alignment and CV angles vs. a 3.0". Correct?

After a lift, I believe the rear differential is the lowest point on the vehicle (limited by tire diameter). So....assuming you're going to run 285's, is there any advantage to running a 3' lift vs. a 2' lift or is it pure cosmetics?

Sorry if this is a bit of a nube questions, I'm just trying to understand concepts here.

With the 1.5" rears I wouldn't go over 2.5" -

 

[KCcarguy]

With the 1.5" rears I wouldn't go over 2.5" -

Funny thing is, the rear is staying around 2" lift. I installed the lift Saturday; how long until it settles?