Adjustable front lift spacer block

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Mar 25, 2006 | 04:55 PM

Soon2BDiesel

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Adjustable front lift spacer block

Is there any interest in a spacer block to lift or level the front that is adjustable. I know some people complain the front is to low before and after a lift is installed. Or when installing a big bumper and winch.

Any remarks would be helpfull.

John

Mar 25, 2006 | 05:26 PM

Mike D

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I think there would be a need, might want to take the idea to the performance section to get more exposure.

Mar 25, 2006 | 08:05 PM

BC847

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Respectfully, last I heard, spacer blocks on the front were a huge no-no for safety reasons.

Seems turning loads tend to spit them out at the most peculiar times.

EDIT ~ It appears a result is to outlaw them in some states ~ http://www.800-923-jeep.com/techCorner/lift_laws.cfm (Note Michigan for example).

Also ~

Quote:

Before we do anything else, lift blocks in front are SUICIDAL. They're
A-OK in back, but in the front you'll lose the axle and likely your life.
Do NOT do this! Also, do NOT stack blocks in back. They are likely to
come apart on you and anyway, the resulting axle wrap is absurd. Use one
block each side only. Ultimately YOU are responsible for your safety so
please verify what you read here and elsewhere.

As found here ~ http://www.wagoneers.com/FSJ/tech/Su...t-options.html (under safety).

It's my understanding now that you're talking about Coil Spring Spacers. That's different.

Mar 25, 2006 | 08:20 PM

Shovelhead

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Filing this under "Interesting idea, but please don't try this at home."

Edit:
After a PM from John clearing up the subject matter.
I'll open this back up and see where it goes.

Note:
Discussion of ideas for new stuff in the forums is fine.
Soliciting buyers of your latest widget isn't.

Mar 26, 2006 | 10:04 AM

35xj

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you thinking opf something like the JKS ACOS? used for jeep xj's/tj/s etc?

Mar 27, 2006 | 09:50 AM

PanteraGSTK

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if the ride height in the front is not high enough for your liking, you diddn't buy tall enough springs or spacers. Adjustable spacers is like handing a 2 year old a loaded and cocked gun. Maybe nothing will happen, but if it does it's gonna be bad.

Mar 27, 2006 | 04:47 PM

masonic-dodge

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I have a set of front coil spring spacers that are adjustable that I had on my 95 before I sold it. They worked great because you can fine tune the height of the front of your truck(side to side and front to back) They go from 2 1/2 to 7" and are solid as a rock, They are alum and are very heavy and are just sitting on the floor in the garage.

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Mar 27, 2006 | 09:54 PM

P.O.R.

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masonic, who makes them and what do they look like,need more info please.

Mar 28, 2006 | 09:18 PM

Soon2BDiesel

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Quote:

Originally Posted by masonic-dodge

This is what I'm talking about. I don't see why it's a bad thing to have your truck sit at the height you want. I was thinking of making them adjust from 1.5 -3.5". This should cover most extra front end weight that you may add.
If anyone is interested let me know.

John