New suspension Help
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With the 3.5" block, I found out they do not have the bump stop tangs like the stock 2" have.
Because of this, the Airlift Super Duty bags can not work, because their kit mounts on to those tangs
These are mine currently
I found out that if you want rear airbags but have no tangs, then someone would have to fab their own mount set up.
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Left side 3.5" tapered block: Part #F81Z-5598-FA
Right side 3.5" tapered block Part #F81Z-5598-GA
If I had to do it all over again, I would save money and do the modded B's.
Stewart
Right side 3.5" tapered block Part #F81Z-5598-GA
If I had to do it all over again, I would save money and do the modded B's.
Stewart
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right now the V's and some new shocks will I think be enough for the 33.8" tires on 17's that I'm looking at. Hopefully I can finalize all this and get it done before I drive it to Nebraska at the end of June
Thanks so much for all your input and knowledge guys
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If you do just the fronts, you know your rake will be off, right? Your front end will be high, it'll look like crap.
Do you already have a rear sway bar? If not, just get the Hellwig. It's easier and cheaper than running around trying to source all the parts just so you can use the 250/350 sway bar.
Stewart
Do you already have a rear sway bar? If not, just get the Hellwig. It's easier and cheaper than running around trying to source all the parts just so you can use the 250/350 sway bar.
Stewart
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If you do just the fronts, you know your rake will be off, right? Your front end will be high, it'll look like crap.
Do you already have a rear sway bar? If not, just get the Hellwig. It's easier and cheaper than running around trying to source all the parts just so you can use the 250/350 sway bar.
Stewart
Do you already have a rear sway bar? If not, just get the Hellwig. It's easier and cheaper than running around trying to source all the parts just so you can use the 250/350 sway bar.
Stewart
and ya in my earlier post I shared that I have current measurements (with 285's) from the wheel wells:
front: 38.5"
rear: 40.75"
might look like it's nose high but, with an expected 1.5-1.75" like people are saying their getting, I think I'll be pretty level.
and I can always add a little psi to the rear bags if needed, I just run the current 5psi because if it goes lower then the little compressor automatically pumps it back up to 5
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Don't forget you will need 4 1/2" back spacing on the rims or else your tires will rub.
What size tires are you considering? Have have 33" 305/70R16's and I barely have an inch clearance when turned to full lockup.
What size tires are you considering? Have have 33" 305/70R16's and I barely have an inch clearance when turned to full lockup.
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From: SoCal...LP to the LB
8.5" width with 4.75" back spacing, they work too
I used this calculator Custom rims, wheel tire packages for your ride - RIMSnTIRES.com and it said it'll actually fit better than stock, and that's with stock suspension. But I don't mind a tad rub if it does, but I doubt it will
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Bigwhite, I'll make sure to tell my wife that the guys say I cant get rid of my scubi. I'm sure that'll make all the difference...
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Good deal.
Ah, I didn't know you had air bags.
You should be fine.
Stewart
and I can always add a little psi to the rear bags if needed, I just run the current 5psi because if it goes lower then the little compressor automatically pumps it back up to 5
You should be fine.
Stewart
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All I can say is that i'd be lost without my wrx. I couldn't imagine life without it.
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I think she has the stock rear sway bar for the X. She will want to just get the larger one from the F350.
Tim M
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