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Old May 22, 2008 | 05:31 PM
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OK need some advice my fellow Ford truck enthusiasts!!!!Going to get a torsion key lift for my 2000 F150 lariat. Which is the best one to get and where to get it? Also how long does it take to put in would love to do this ASAP so immediate answers and replies would be lovely. Once I am done with this I cannot wait to get pictures on my profile to show everyone how they affected my future lifted truck!!!!
 
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Old May 22, 2008 | 06:00 PM
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You should be able to get 1.5 - 2 inches outta the keys you got now, you shouldn't need new keys.

It only takes about an hour to change out the keys.

about 10 minutes to crank the ones you already have.
 
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Old May 22, 2008 | 06:32 PM
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I wouldnt waste the time and money on new keys. I got close to 2.5 out of my stock ones.
 
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Old May 22, 2008 | 07:09 PM
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Hello all, I was reading this thread because I also would like to level my 2001 SC. Am i understanding correctly that i can level my truck with the stock torsion keys enough so that i can install 33'' tires. If I can would someone please explain how it is done. thanks
 
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Old May 22, 2008 | 10:54 PM
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yes an explanation on how this is done would be amazing
 
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Old May 22, 2008 | 11:19 PM
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Hello all, I was reading this thread because I also would like to level my 2001 SC. Am i understanding correctly that i can level my truck with the stock torsion keys enough so that i can install 33'' tires. If I can would someone please explain how it is done. thanks
Your truck will fit 33's stock, without touching the keys (assuming you have a 4WD, because 2WD's don't have torsion bars). I have 33's on mine stock, and can fit 35's with a little trimming without touching the keys.

scbigboy: Jack the front of your truck up and turn the bolts (inwards) that adjust the keys. Make sure you do both the same ammount.

And get your front end aligned if you do more than a few turns or you will be going through tires pretty fast.
 
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