Lift Kit Question
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Lift Kit Question
I have come to a conclusion...i want a lift kit...and i want it soon...
only one problem i dont know much about them...
what kind of trouble am i gonna get myself into...
i need some info.....like money wise..what brand...where i can buy...and who can install...and will it end up hurting my truck after a while....like gears or maybe my drivetrain? or anything
i want maximum of 6" lift.....on a 99 F-150 4WD extended cab, shortbed(stepside)
any info about a lift would be great....
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only one problem i dont know much about them...
what kind of trouble am i gonna get myself into...
i need some info.....like money wise..what brand...where i can buy...and who can install...and will it end up hurting my truck after a while....like gears or maybe my drivetrain? or anything
i want maximum of 6" lift.....on a 99 F-150 4WD extended cab, shortbed(stepside)
any info about a lift would be great....
TELL ME ALL YOU KNOW
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http://www.bds-suspension.com/suspen...ems_2ford.html
http://www.skyjacker.com/products-search-list.asp
that's a good starting point!
what do you mean by trouble? if you mean going places you shouldn't then yes you will
mosey wise figure about $1300 for the lift and all the accessories you will need! installation will prolly be another $400 or so! remember now this are estimates b/c i have never taken my 99 F150 to a shop ( i don't have one either)
the lift itself will not hurt your truck but when you try to hit The Hammers....you will get some dents, lol. you will need to watch your driveline angles as it will begin to prematurely wear out your u-joints if not done right. you only want gears when you drastically change tire size! if you stick to your stock tires you will have no problem!
good luck getting started
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http://www.skyjacker.com/products-search-list.asp
that's a good starting point!
what do you mean by trouble? if you mean going places you shouldn't then yes you will
mosey wise figure about $1300 for the lift and all the accessories you will need! installation will prolly be another $400 or so! remember now this are estimates b/c i have never taken my 99 F150 to a shop ( i don't have one either)
the lift itself will not hurt your truck but when you try to hit The Hammers....you will get some dents, lol. you will need to watch your driveline angles as it will begin to prematurely wear out your u-joints if not done right. you only want gears when you drastically change tire size! if you stick to your stock tires you will have no problem!
good luck getting started
-cutts-
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Fabtech also makes a good lift for the '99 Fords. I have a '99 F150 I've always thought about lifting but never have. Like fishy said, expect a minimum of $1300 for the lift. Depending where you live anywhere from 400-800 to install it. I'd reccomend doing the rear yourself (if your capable) and have someone else do the front for you, since it is a lil trickier on the IFS.
What size tires do you want to run?
What size tires do you want to run?
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OK guys thanks for all ure help
but see i dont think i want to spend that much money is there any other cheaper qauilty kits out there...
or what about a body lift and how much of one..or should i just stick to the suspension lift?
i am in a budget of about ummmmm......$1000-$1400...
thanks
but see i dont think i want to spend that much money is there any other cheaper qauilty kits out there...
or what about a body lift and how much of one..or should i just stick to the suspension lift?
i am in a budget of about ummmmm......$1000-$1400...
thanks
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Check with RCD, Fabtech, Skyjacker. Those are the ones I've heard nothing but good things about for the newer Fords. Your price range will be exceeded if you plan on having a shop install it. I'd go to a shop and see if you can get a lift thru them, and work on a deal with them (buy it from them, get a discount on them installing it). Also If your lifting it 6" you more than likely are gonna run 35" tires? Expect to add anywhere from 500-2,000 dollars on your price tag, depending on tires/wheels,etc..
I'd avoid the body lift if I was you. Your F150 will clear 33x12.50s stock (slight fender trimming on the plastic piece of front fender), and a few cranks of your torsion bars. I'm not sure what you want to run, so thats just a thought.
I'd avoid the body lift if I was you. Your F150 will clear 33x12.50s stock (slight fender trimming on the plastic piece of front fender), and a few cranks of your torsion bars. I'm not sure what you want to run, so thats just a thought.
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I would install the kit myself. It will save a bundle of $$$$. Plus, you get the pride of accomplishing something. I go along with the others. I would suggest cranking the bars, and put a body lift on and trim the fenders. Or just run smaller tires. Your budget doesn't give a lot to play with when you are talking about outrageously expensive ifs lifts. Ted
Ramboss, love the pic of the Case "4x4" you would be hard pressed to beat that thing for offroad-ability
Ramboss, love the pic of the Case "4x4" you would be hard pressed to beat that thing for offroad-ability
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