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Old Aug 5, 2012 | 05:43 PM
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what would you guys recomend for under a grand? my leaf springs are starting to sag so im going up its lifted on blocks now which is how i bought it. and i hate it.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2012 | 05:54 PM
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Get a set of used V/B front/rear springs and you'll be set. What size tires do you (or want) to run?
 
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Old Aug 5, 2012 | 05:56 PM
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i have 35s on it now but i want 37s, if i wait another month or so i can probably spend a little over $1500
 
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Old Aug 5, 2012 | 05:58 PM
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and ive been looking to get a new lift kit since having the whole thing lifted with blocks (even the front) just looks like a dumb idea to me
 
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Old Aug 5, 2012 | 06:30 PM
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Agree. Others here will have some input on brand of lift, I like to keep 'em low and slow.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2012 | 08:38 PM
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and ive been looking to get a new lift kit since having the whole thing lifted with blocks (even the front) just looks like a dumb idea to me
Please post up some pics!!!!!! I'm shocked that anyone would put blocks on the front, in fact, I wouldn't even drive it with front blocks. I would go with the V/B's and save up for a 4 or 6 inch spring hanger kit. Good luck!
 
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Old Aug 5, 2012 | 09:19 PM
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i will tomorrow. im thinking this one? is there anything else i would need that isnt in that lift kit?

1999-04 Ford F-250/350 Pro Comp 6.5 inch Lift Kit with ES9000 Shocks
 
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I got a BDS 4" Lift and they have the best warrany ive seen and it rides smooth as can be. i recomend them

 
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4 inch pro comp lift (6 inch Excursion lift). Less than 1000.00 when purchased from 4 wheel parts last year.

Now, the wheels and tires are a different story.

 
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front runner that's basically how mine sits as is lol. I'm looking for about 8 inches of lift if anyone you have any suggestions? i really want to do a coilover conversion but those are ridiculously priced. if i go that route ill have to wait until december

pic of it now. it hasnt stopped raining so i havent taken a pic of whats underneath yet

those tires are 325/65/18s

 
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OMG Just Looking at the "Blocks" on the front axle Sends a Chill Down my Spine....
 
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Blocks in the front are very dangerous, no decent shop would install them.
 
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 11:05 AM
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With the pro comp being 6 inches does that affect the drive lines or brakes. How tall can we go before that stuff needs attention
 
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this is how i bought it... 3 years ago.. and sillyjt thats what i want to know before i buy it, also whether or not it rides decent?
 
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