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Old Apr 25, 2005 | 03:09 PM
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lifting an 89

i want to put a 4 inch lift and 35x12.50R15 BFg all terrains on my 89 150. i will go with some 15x10 wheels. what backspacing do i need so that they do not rub on the radius arms in full lock? i would get the extended arms but they are pricey. i have 33x10.50s on the truck now and they rub more than id like. i had 31x10.50s and they rubbed a little too. also what rear springs have you guys had good luck with. i have superlift on my bronco and i hate them.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2005 | 04:27 PM
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I think you need a 6 in lift to clear 35's.... My 1990 f150 has a 3 in lift by procomp with 33 X 12.5 in tires and they rub both on the radius arms and a tiny bit on the fender well....

the 3 in procomp lift i have is sagging in the front so I dont recomend procomp... I just bought a rancho 6 in lift, and I hear a lot of good things about skyjacker (Including the fact that skyjacker warranties there springs)
 
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