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What is a Diff Drop Kit and why do you need it?
A Differential Drop (Diff Drop) Kit is a component you might come across when exploring mods for your lifted vehicle. But is it truly necessary? This topic is an ongoing debate in the off-road community.
At Mudify, based on our experience, our position is: It's needed depending on how high you’ve lifted your vehicle:
Optional; not that necessary.
It can be helpful.
Recommended.
In the end, when you have invested around $1000+ in a whole new lift kit, a Diff Drop is a budget-friendly add-on that can help protect your suspension. But let’s break it down and see if YOU need it!
What does a Diff Drop Kit do?
A Diff Drop Kit lowers your vehicle’s differential to help reduce the angle of the CV joints, which can lessen wear and tear. This can help you with:
Helps avoid breakage and damage to CV boots caused by steep angles.
Maintains better vehicle handling and performance by correcting drivetrain angles.
So, when do you need a differential drop kit?
To sum it up, a diff drop kit is a low-cost upgrade that can help protect your suspension, and whether you need it or not, it all comes down to the lift:
Optional; not that necessary.
It can be helpful.
Recommended.
FAQs
Can I install a Diff Drop Kit myself?
Yes, it’s pretty easy once you know where the components go and how they work. Basic mechanical skills and tools are all you need.
Will a Diff Drop Kit affect my ride height?
No, a Diff Drop Kit does not change your ride height; it only lowers the differential to the correct CV angles.
Is it necessary to install a Diff Drop Kit on all lifted vehicles?
Not always. Whether you need a Diff Drop Kit depends on the lift height.