Haven't been on in a long time ! Got a rear suspension question

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  1. mavmike72

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    What are the benefits of a 4 link rear versus leafs ?
    I've been tossing around the idea of selling my car for a few years now but I've decided to keep it .
    I'm wanting to put wider rear wheels on my car . I no it gonna require a lot of work but what the hell .
    I'm running 8" rear wheels and wanting 10" wheels tucked .
    I want something that handles better than what I have now .
    Opinions appreciated !
     
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    If anyone has pics of their 4 link rear that would be great !
     
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  3. 71gold

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    not your answer but another option...I'm thinking of moving the leaf springs in 3".
     
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    What all is involved in doing that ?
     
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    from what I understand you can just move the springs on the inside of the frame rail and that will give you more room

    I havent done it yet but I plan to back half my car
     
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    Lzoesch Levi Zoesch

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    If you look at my build, you will see a 4 link setup.

    Its below this ....
     
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    Looks good so far ! Wheels are badass too
     
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    I have run Nitto Drag Radials 295-50-15 with Weld wheel with 3/15 backspacing it a 10 inch tire 25.8 tall with stock springs.
     
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    If your looking for performance and tunability 4 link is a great option, but if you just want wider wheels it's a lot of work. Moving the leaf springs in like 71gold said wouldn't take very long and allot cheaper.
     
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