Lift float

[2KWIK2C]

That's why I had the BDS traction bars installed the same time as the lift. Did I need them? I will never know. I just know have zero issues off and on roads.

 

[az2022tbgblue]

The trail boss already has 2" blocks. I'm hoping you didn't stack a 1" block on top of the stock block. If so, that's your problem. You need a solid 3" block.

I had it “professionally “ done at Gunnells … but I’ll look when I get back home

 

[az2022tbgblue]

The trail boss already has 2" blocks. I'm hoping you didn't stack a 1" block on top of the stock block. If so, that's your problem. You need a solid 3" block.

 

[PistolsFiring]

By lifting to 4”, did they put on a readylift 2.0sst? If so, several members have those installed and may be able to chime in. Also, assuming the new tires were installed at the same time? Could it be the difference in stock tires to the new nittos?

My first set of nitto ridge grapplers (different than the new recons, I know) felt “tippy” is the best way to describe it initially. This either went away with miles or I got used to it.

 

[Stormin08]

The trail boss already has 2" blocks. I'm hoping you didn't stack a 1" block on top of the stock block. If so, that's your problem. You need a solid 3" block.

a stacked block is never a good idea, but being 3" vs. 2" is part of the problem...doesnt matter of 1 or 3 blocks are used...it is the lever arm action due to increased length (height) of the block.


i have had a few tire brands, when new...have a floaty feel for a few hundred to 1K miles. if that is the case, hopefully yours will settle in very soon.

 

[Transient]

a stacked block is never a good idea, but being 3" vs. 2" is part of the problem...doesnt matter of 1 or 3 blocks are used...it is the lever arm action due to increased length (height) of the block.


i have had a few tire brands, when new...have a floaty feel for a few hundred to 1K miles. if that is the case, hopefully yours will settle in very soon.

Don't tell readylift this. They'll argue with this.

 

[Stormin08]

they can argue all they want...a block will always create more wrap than a leaf.

 

[Jmzvet]

I think he means that RL will argue that theres no difference between a 3” block and a 2”+ 1” stacked block.

 

[2KWIK2C]

Put them on and never have an issue again! Swear by them! Worth every cent! Just plan on time in the shop to put them on. They told me not as easy as one might think!

 

[az2022tbgblue]

By lifting to 4”, did they put on a readylift 2.0sst? If so, several members have those installed and may be able to chime in. Also, assuming the new tires were installed at the same time? Could it be the difference in stock tires to the new nittos?

My first set of nitto ridge grapplers (different than the new recons, I know) felt “tippy” is the best way to describe it initially. This either went away with miles or I got used to it.

Yes and yes

 

[az2022tbgblue]

By lifting to 4”, did they put on a readylift 2.0sst? If so, several members have those installed and may be able to chime in. Also, assuming the new tires were installed at the same time? Could it be the difference in stock tires to the new nittos?

My first set of nitto ridge grapplers (different than the new recons, I know) felt “tippy” is the best way to describe it initially. This either went away with miles or I got used to it.

 

[Jmzvet]

I had my TB for about a month then added the RL 2" kit and 295 70 18s. I lost a few MPGs but didn't notice much else in handling but Im old and drive like and old man

 

[az2022tbgblue]

That being said, I’m taking back in tomorrow to check everything out and all the suggestions made.. thank you!

 

[Transient]

I had my TB for about a month then added the RL 2" kit and 295 70 18s. I lost a few MPGs but didn't notice much else in handling but Im old and drive like and old man

I'd suggest it's either a veteran thing or a blue truck thing, but I qualify under both criteria and will argue neither describe me. I've blocked out the 30th & 31st to install my RL 2" kit. I hopefully won't need both days, but I'm deliberate (notice I didn't say "old" or "slow"). I'll check to see if I experience lift float.

 

[Sly]

any time you accelerate, the snout of the rear diff tries to turn upward, the leaf flexes and this CAN change the dynamic feel of the truck...almost like counter steer or rear steer. when increasing the height of a lift or spacer black, you increase the lever arm action and the torque of the engine increases in feel.

Why wouldn't this be part of the lift kit if this is an issue?