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Old Oct 24, 2001 | 11:12 AM
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Lowering a 4x4 99' Expedition

I resently purchased a 1999 Expedition XLT 4x4. I am very happy with the vehicle. It has 16" wheels and when you combine that with the 4x4 it sits higher than I would like.

I read an old posting about switching the rear springs with the 2x4 spring and then adjusting the torsion bar in the front. Is this a difficult project and are there any long term negative effects that could come from this? How many inches would this achive?

Any other suggestions? Thanks.
 
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Old Nov 21, 2001 | 03:02 PM
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Old Nov 23, 2001 | 06:07 AM
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works great. have been driving mine for a year now. two things... you must use the 2wd heavy duty springs and change the rear shocks to 2wd. i blew out one of the 4wd shocks after lowering it. be sure to have it realigned right away. off ramps become very fun and the ride is much better.
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