suspension Lift
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
suspension Lift
I just recieved a quote to have a 4" suspension lift installed...1200.00...Yuck..Is it really that big of a deal..? Can the average joe puddle through it..? Has anyone ever done it? It doesnt look that difficult
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 14,947
Likes: 6
From: Topsfield, MA
It's not that hard...main trouble spot it getting the rivets off the crossmember...those are easy with a grinder and a air chisel but...PITA if u need to drill them. Brake lines are also a PITA if they're frozen up...I suggest using a small hand held torch those work nice because they're not that hot.
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
Well...Thanks for the input. Why have I heard such horror stories? If I just go w/ a 3'' lift I heard that I didnt have to mess w/ the IFS. What do you guys think? Im getting the feeling that its gonna be my next project..all your inputs are very appreciated..any other tricks of the trade are welcome..Thanks again..
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 42
Likes: 0
From: Newport NC
4" is not a big deal and you don't need new brake lines unless you go to a 6". I did mine and bought the kit from rough country. Cost me 500 with everything. Took about a day to do it but yes getting the rivets out sucked. That is what took the majority of the time to do.
As for the 3" not having to mess with the IFS I am not exactly sure what you mean. There are 3" body lifts which are cheaper but you do run into other issues with body lifts.
As for the 3" not having to mess with the IFS I am not exactly sure what you mean. There are 3" body lifts which are cheaper but you do run into other issues with body lifts.
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
I already have a 3'' dody lift. That was a piece of cake. Ill just ground the hell out of the rivets and bang em out...w/ a 3'' body lift and adding a 3'' suspension do I have to change the brake lines?
Trending Topics
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 42
Likes: 0
From: Newport NC
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 42
Likes: 0
From: Newport NC
Works great. I've got 33s. I did have to space the front bumper out about 1" so they wouldn't rub when I am wheelin. You could trim the lower corners of the bumper closest to the tire but it only took a little time to move it out and I didn't have to cut anything.
New User
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
From: Tampico
What size of wheels are you using?
15x8 or 15x10?
What about the gears? I'm running 31 tires with 3.54 gears and it runs great?
Do you have a pic of your truck?
My e-mail is svaldes@dipros.com.mx
15x8 or 15x10?
What about the gears? I'm running 31 tires with 3.54 gears and it runs great?
Do you have a pic of your truck?
My e-mail is svaldes@dipros.com.mx