Q: Why are there only two blocks in my 2" leveling kit?

asked by on October 21, 2016

When I ordered a leveling kit (2") for my jeep to accommodate slightly larger tires, why did it only come with two blocks? Shouldn't there be four 'above spring blocks' to lift the jeep evenly?

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My car has 60000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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