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Old 12-25-2020, 04:46 PM   #21
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Thanks for all your input.

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Old 12-27-2020, 06:57 PM   #22
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Zero regrets.

I did the lift and posted about it here:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f43...ml#post2443593
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If you go over any bumps at an angle the wheels keep it from bottoming out.
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Old 12-28-2020, 08:51 PM   #24
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If you lift the trailer, it will tow differently. More wind resistance, more fuel, maybe more chance for sway. It seems better to change the driveway if possible. Bigger tires will add some height and it may be just enough. If the spare tire carrier is a problem, put the tire in the truck bed and remove the tire carrier.
Wrong on almost every point.
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Interestingly, some AS models came from the factory already lifted ... (although only slightly)
that was one of the considerations for our purchases.
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