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Old Jun 20, 2014 | 10:06 PM
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I have a 2010 silvarado ecsb 2x4. Im wonderin how a 2x2 lower will work for taction weight transfer? Or should I go with more of a level lower? like a 2x4? Future plans r a cam dod delete, stall. Im not sure about what kind of stall yet. I pull a 2000 to 8000lb trailer 1 to 2 times a month with a 6l80 and I have long tubes ready to install next week some time with true dual exhaust. I
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Old Jun 21, 2014 | 08:55 AM
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Anyone?
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Old Jun 21, 2014 | 05:05 PM
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not sure on the affect of traction or anything when lowering but i would do a 2/4 and add bags on the back for when you tow.

if you want traction make some ladder bars
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Old Jun 21, 2014 | 05:39 PM
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bringing your center of gravity down will enable you to control your transfer of weight more efficiently.
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Old Jun 21, 2014 | 10:23 PM
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Ok thanks for the info. Im new to the lowering. Ive never lowerd a personal truck. Always lifted mine
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