keep cutting the fenders till they fit

 

I would agree with Greystreak.

Using the heavy duty rear lefs creates lift because the spring doesn't yield as much as the regular bronco units. It will create a rouch ride that may affect overall ride quality.

I for one, favour a ride that parallels the stock ride.

I do like the idea of 33+ tires on it though.

 

Amen to that. I'm gald someone else believes your entitled to your own opinion. I have 33's on my 85 bronco and used the 2" coil spacers in the front and added a 1" block in the back. has just a slight rake to it now. But remember as someone else mentioned earlier your messing with the geometry and this causes alignment and wandering problems that are already a problem to start with on the ttb. I'm converting my 85 over to a straight axle dana 44 this winter from a 78 bronco to cure this problem.

 

Perhaps the gentlemen who seem to think I am trying to dictate how someone should do something could read the ENTIRE post before losing their cool.

 

I have a 1988 bronco and I was clearing 33's no problem, there's a bump stop screw right on the inside of the brake setup(inner tire side). All I did was back the little screw out a couple turns so the tires didn't rub on the radius arm. Granted you'll have less turning radius, but I'd rather it that then rubbing the tires...

 

im all up for a shadetree/junkyard mods but on the suspension..i would stay with whats made for it, i see what greystreak is sayin. in my opinion its like doing a JY mod to your brakes, kinda risky.

 

what is your goal in fitting 33's? the reason can really affect the method. are you looking at going mud bogging and you need to keep your radiator out of the muck? are you going rock crawling? just bouncing along old logging trails in your local forest? just want to find your truck easier leaving the grocery store? everyone here has some valid points. if you're looking to go rock crawling, or cross any serious ditches or creeks, then you'll hurt yourself using the heavy duty springs. their lack of articulation will cost you traction when you need it most. in that case, you'd be better off to trim your fenders. the 33's on mine don't have any serious rubbing issues with fenders trimmed. plus, the lower COG will keep you from rolling as easily. hitting the deep mud holes? then you're ride quality won't matter as much. go with the heavier springs, its cheap, and while it'll cost you in steering geometry, anyone who does much mudding replaces suspension components regularly anyways. just want a tall truck? consider spacers. you'll maintain your ride height without sacrificing the softer OE springs. want a good all around rig? start saving up for a fully equipped lift kit with new springs, brackets, radius arms, etc. or better yet, but the necessary components and get busy fabricating your own brackets and radius arms. everyone here has the right answer, it just depends on the application. now play nice boys...

 

yup thats the truth, it all depends