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Nov 21, 2004 | 12:45 PM

Big bad redneck

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Lift kit

i want to lift my 97 f150. I want to put a six inch with 35 dirt grips. Will that cut my mialage down with those tires it has the 5.4 v8.

Nov 21, 2004 | 04:46 PM

triton_2002

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Yep, those wheels/tires will be alot heavier than stock, which will waste more gas. You will probably have to re-gear the rear end and recalibrate the computer for proper shifting.

Nov 21, 2004 | 06:24 PM

cliffordred

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Sure will brother

You will lose some milage, But I know you will like how tough your truck is going to look. I have a 99' with a Fabtech 6" and 35" tires. Its a great lift.

Eric

Nov 21, 2004 | 08:11 PM

christaylor

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Cliffordred Have you changed the gears in the truck and how much mileage have you lost? That is a NICE looking truck. great job.

Chris

Nov 21, 2004 | 08:47 PM

cliffordred

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no gear change and thanks.

the only problem I have is, My truck is the sport package and it has the 8.8 inch axle. It's a little weak for my taste but it does fine. Milage really didn't change too much believe it or not.

I did my lift by myself in my drive way. It took about a day and a half. I would suggest the same for you to save some money. Its not hard and specific directions come with it. Good Luck

Eric

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