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Dec 10, 2005 | 05:44 PM

yamanx

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6" lift

Would getting a 6" lift be practical? I mean, I still want to use it for off roading, I want something that isn't just for looks.

Is a 6" too muc? I have a 1989 F-150 4x4, 4.9 liter.

Dec 10, 2005 | 05:59 PM

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I think 6'' in prefect, it looks good and gives you more clearance for off roading. Also you will be able to fit bigger tires. Good luck

Dec 10, 2005 | 10:15 PM

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It all depends on your idea of "practical" and what you want to use the truck for. If it's for offroading then you have to take into consideration the kind of offroading you'll be doing. Then you get into tire size, axle strength, etc. so it all depends. 6" is usually pretty decent for a truck that will be street driven daily but used offroad occasionally. It leaves the bed low enough for you to load and unload stuff if you need it to haul anything.

Dec 10, 2005 | 10:31 PM

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Just like to go onto trails and stuff when they come along. Not like rock climbing or anything. Something pratical.

Dec 10, 2005 | 10:44 PM

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What size tires do you plan to run?

Dec 11, 2005 | 01:09 AM

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33-35 inch tires

Dec 11, 2005 | 03:47 AM

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You need 6" for 35" tires.

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Dec 11, 2005 | 06:59 PM

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I plan on changing them front and back. But how much will that cut down on speed? I mean, it's only a 4 speed with granny gear.

Dec 12, 2005 | 07:54 AM

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If you put on bigger tires, then it won't cut down on speed at all. I also have a 300/ 4 spd, and I would recommend 35s with 4.10s. I have 33s w/4.10s and it is a little low geared. It screams at 65. I used to have 3.73s, and that is pretty good with 33s.