I agree, I like both and depends on the use. I mainly lowered the rear of mine because I think it looks better to sit level. I hated the factory rake it had. I thought about leveling the front with a block but it is more expensive, makes the truck handle worse, decreases mpg, and causes increased suspension parts wear. So I decided that since I have a 2wd truck that is on pavement 90% of the time, and I'm cheap, I'd lower the rear to level it out for nearly free. It also makes the bike easier to load. Believe it or not that 1" makes a big difference(that's what she said). Theoretically it should handle better too, but 1" is minor, I may have noticed a slight difference but it's likely just in my head haha.
Believe it or not there are guys with single cab short bed 4th gen rams that are barely modified and handle like camaros and mustangs, and are as fast too. There's a guy on the forum with a lowered 4x4 that runs mid 12s with his and he basically only has intake/exhaust/tune (and slicks).
I can see liking huge trucks, but also lowered. The worst thing about lifting is mpg goes to hell. I get about 16city/21hwy with my truck as shown above. Was better with stock wheels/tires as they were significantly lighter.
Thanks for the compliment oh9! I love the truck. Some more to do but I love it and love working on it.
