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how high?
how high before you need to get new driveshafts, i want to put some bigger tires on and add a 4 or 6 inch leaf lift on top of my 3" body lift, also how would i figure out the length of pitman and drag links etc to purchase.
i was looking at the skyjacker and superlift full kits. and dropping my rim size to 16" instead of 16.5 right now im rolling 33/12.50/16.5 and they are fairly far from the wheel wells now, i could probly fit 35" no problem.
but i want a bigger truck and pretty much need to know what i need to purchase. i plan on running atleast 38's or 40's
also for a steering shaft how long would i need to go would the borgeson adjustable one work it goes to 31", and gas filler as well.
obviously i am new to this but i want to do it right but it may take some time, so.
i have a '79 f250 ranger 4x4 4 speed
also may do a shackle flip in the rear for a bit of free lift.
i was looking at the skyjacker and superlift full kits. and dropping my rim size to 16" instead of 16.5 right now im rolling 33/12.50/16.5 and they are fairly far from the wheel wells now, i could probly fit 35" no problem.
but i want a bigger truck and pretty much need to know what i need to purchase. i plan on running atleast 38's or 40's
also for a steering shaft how long would i need to go would the borgeson adjustable one work it goes to 31", and gas filler as well.
obviously i am new to this but i want to do it right but it may take some time, so.
i have a '79 f250 ranger 4x4 4 speed
also may do a shackle flip in the rear for a bit of free lift.
Last edited by kilog55; Aug 20, 2006 at 02:14 PM.
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the complete skyjacker 6" kit will have everything you need to run a 40" swamper. comes with a drop pitman arm and a adjustable drop drag link to cure your steering woes. you'll need to lengthen both drivelines, although the rear one will work just driving around on the street if you don't do anyhthing stupid- don't ask, just trust me... LOL
p.s. this kit will only clear a regular tsl swamper, not a bogger or anything real wide. and they rub a bit at full flex. never ran a body lift on a rig, but that'll clear 'em with no problem.
p.s. this kit will only clear a regular tsl swamper, not a bogger or anything real wide. and they rub a bit at full flex. never ran a body lift on a rig, but that'll clear 'em with no problem.
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The Skyjacker kit does NOT com with sterring correction, just front springs, rear blocks and new u-bolts. With the 6' SYSTEM, not kit, you get all of the previous plus new rear lift springs. I've researched this being the owner of a 79 250.
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Consider ditching the stock steering setup, and go with a crossover system. The factory steering for your 79' was decent for 12 - 16.5 tires, but does very poor with larger tires, and lift kits. You will encounter bumpsteer problems, as well as a limited turning radius.
Do also look into alternate spring options for your rig. Visit 73 - 79 forum, to obtain various results pertaining to your lift question. There you will find that Super Duty springs will fit our trucks, and ride much better than that Skyjacker thing you are considering.
The shackle flip is a great idea, many of us are using this with great results.
Whichever way you go, at least think about doing the steering the right way first. Eventually you will go this direction, whether or not you have a D44, or D60. I would hate for you to spend money twice to get it right. For the money you are gonna shell out for a steering correction kit, you could have purchased the crossover first, with much more satisfaction.
Good luck with your new truck.
Do also look into alternate spring options for your rig. Visit 73 - 79 forum, to obtain various results pertaining to your lift question. There you will find that Super Duty springs will fit our trucks, and ride much better than that Skyjacker thing you are considering.
The shackle flip is a great idea, many of us are using this with great results.
Whichever way you go, at least think about doing the steering the right way first. Eventually you will go this direction, whether or not you have a D44, or D60. I would hate for you to spend money twice to get it right. For the money you are gonna shell out for a steering correction kit, you could have purchased the crossover first, with much more satisfaction.
Good luck with your new truck.
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Originally Posted by 75F350
Consider ditching the stock steering setup, and go with a crossover system. The factory steering for your 79' .
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The F-150/F-100 used a different steering arangement than the F-250/F-350. The F-150 steering like you mentioned is almost a crossover style with one tie rod connecting both wheels and the steering box connected to the right side of the main tie rod. The F-250/F-350's have one tie rod connecting both wheels also but the steering box is connected to the driver's side steering knuckle. The 77 and earlier F-100/F-150's had an inverted y steering setup.
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