I got a 79 f150 4x4 351w and a 4speed. I want to get the 9inch lift kit for it. My only question is will the front or rear drive shafts need lengthend? And what about the cross member. Will that need redone to clear the front drive shaft? Just need to know so I can get those done then order the kit and do it all at once. If any one knows or has done this the help would be great. And pics would be even better. Thanks.

 

Driveshafts wil have to be lengethened. I got a 9" skyjacker suspension on my 78 f150 short bed, 39" swampers. Can post pics later tonight when i get home.

 

Looking forward to seeing this.....

Are these older trucks typically cheaper to lift?

 

Yeah, the lifts are pretty decent in price. I forget what i paid for my lift but it was under a grand.









1978 ford f150 short bed. 9" skyjacker suspension, 39" super swampers on 15x12 Wheels. Dana 44 front, 9" rear both with 5:13 gears and detriot lockers. 429 Big block with 4 sp tranny. Not much, but its what i got. . Good luck with your build.

 

Also, had new front and rear driveshafts made.

 

Thanks. That looks awesome. What are the specs for the drive shafts. what about the crossmember. Do you gotta do anything to that?

 

measured for new driveshafts when i lifted the truck, dont remember the dimensions, i also put a small notch in the crossmember for a little more clearance for the fromt drive shaft. Not really necessary, but i did it to mine. any drivetrain shop can make new driveshafts for you. My friend works at a shop that make driveshafts and did mines for a case of beer.. The skyjacker is a good lift. I have no complaints. kit came with everything you need to do it. Be sure to post pics of the truck when finished..

 

I can measure my driveshafts tonight when i get home, but i would suggest measuring your truck's dimensions when you do the lift.

 

Ok thanks for the help man. Il post pics as I go once I get it