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Old Jul 22, 2016 | 02:25 AM
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2wd leveling ?

Yesterday I ordered 265x75x16". Hope they will fit ^^ seems to be a lil tight in the tirehousing...


irrelevant if they will fit, i want to lift the Chassis about 2-3".
rearaxle will be simple, sure. but on a 2wd e250 97' Im sure the wheel rake will Change by placing some discs under the coilspring.


anybody experienced by Lifting 2wd's? Maximum Level?
 
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Old Jul 22, 2016 | 06:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Toppa
Yesterday I ordered 265x75x16". Hope they will fit ^^
They won't!

This is a 235/85R16, same diameter (32") but skinnier, and it's already a tight fit in the rear of the front wheelwell while turning left or right.
The front of the front wheelwell is no problem, if it's too tight you can place a 1/2" spacer between the bumper brackets and the frame.








Levelling is possible with stock springs of a Diesel ambulance for example, but make sure you get the correct camber bushings to correct camber.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2016 | 02:37 PM
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karsten, do me a favour and send me an whatssapp. we got exactly the same car in the same country. could be helpful for both �� 01732096300
 
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Old Dec 23, 2016 | 06:18 AM
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Hey, I also got a 2004 E-350 in Germany
 
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Old Dec 23, 2016 | 07:09 AM
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Google translate



Wirtschaft von drei funfzig
 
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Old Dec 23, 2016 | 07:29 AM
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That would mean "Economy of three fifty" in English???!?


Seriously, I'm happy I found a few other crazy people that own or drive a Ford Van in Germany. It's an awesome truck but most Ford Stealerships in Europe do not offer parts or maintenance for US spec vehicles (good thing I got a 2012 Europe-spec Focus ). So for spare parts and tune ups I shop online (shipping is always an issue ).
 
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Old Dec 23, 2016 | 10:49 AM
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265/75R16's do fit! they rub a tiny bit on the back of the fender liner and lower corner of the bumper valance both of which can be trimmed and massaged with a hammer accordingly.
 
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Old Dec 23, 2016 | 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by MoeDaMaster

That would mean "Economy of three fifty" in English???!?
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it was supposed to say:
"Econoline van 350 "

I guess Google is not so skilled with German to English translation…
 
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Old Dec 26, 2016 | 12:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Im50fast
it was supposed to say:
"Econoline van 350 "

I guess Google is not so skilled with German to English translation…
it was funny though
 
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