It does help and looks cool. I highly recommend this kit: https://atomicfabandperformance.com/...ear-shock-kit/

 

I have relocated shocks with no traction bars. Hooks wonderfully.

 

Im going to be adding 2" drop shackles in the rear to get the ride height leveled. So I called Belltech and would think they would know what shim to use to get the pinion angled back to stock. They say to install the shackles and then figure it out. I guess the million trucks like mine produced have random suspension parts during the production. Its clear if the pinion was set correct from factory and now pointing it down after adding drop shackles I'm going to assume I'll need some sort of shim.

Anyone know what degree of shim is needed?

I've been trying to find out a good setup for what I'm trying to do but seems like people are doing a multitude of different things. I should be able to use leaf springs with the traction bars I have. I'm not sure if I need to keep all the springs or if it would be better to remove one. The truck doesn't squat much so trying to get the rear momentum under the front half of truck isn't working. I haven't been down this road before so I'm just trying to find what works.

The shocks are still stock which are probably completely junk. So, new front shocks will be installed and I'm thinking on those they need to be able to let the front of the truck rise up more freely.

 

Ive got this link saved on my phone and send it to all these guys that want me to work on their trucks. Fits perfect and very easy to weld on.

 

Without a doubt use the referenced regulator. Yes you the. Have to flatline your injector tables (IFR, offset) No you don’t flatline VE. Lower the rear and then check angle. I am lowered 4” in rear and mine still good, but I have a different trans mount and Dana 60 rear so not apples to apples.