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Old Mar 17, 2011
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2wd Coil to T bar Swap

what all do i need? i know the brackets, the lower control arms, shocks, t bars, keys.

anything else?
 
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Old Mar 17, 2011
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Maybe I'm just old school, but why would you want to swap from coils to T-bars?

Isn't it supposed to be the opposite?

If you want 'em just to crank 'em, it would be cheaper to get a used lift. Maybe even a new one.

I've never driven a vehicle with t-bars, so if I'm missing something someone set me straight.
 
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Old Mar 17, 2011
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why do you wanna go to t-bars? i would perfer coils myself and i'm sure alot of people would agree with me
 
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Yeah this is about the dumbest thing someone could do!
 
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Lol x3. Anyone have any advice on me swapping my engine from the 4.0 SOHC to 3.0 OHV? I have a great deal on a 3.0 with 192K for $2000.
 
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Lol x3. Anyone have any advice on me swapping my engine from the 4.0 SOHC to 3.0 OHV? I have a great deal on a 3.0 with 192K for $2000.
Seriously? Are you stupid? Go with the 2.5L man. That is the most powerful motor! haha
 
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Old Mar 18, 2011
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Seriously? Are you stupid? Go with the 2.5L man. That is the most powerful motor! haha

Yeah dude, for real, those 2.5 make like twice the power of my 5.0 stock. Fer realz.
 
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dont waste your time. your truck will ride alot nicer with your coils than tbars.
 
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this cant be a serious question
 
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Lol no just ****in with you guys. I'm going for some coil spacers.
 
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Praise Jesus.
 
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