Spindle lift parts and prices
#1
Spindle lift parts and prices
I've been researching for a while and this is what I have come up with in terms of all the parts I think I need at the best prices I can find for a 3 inch spindle lift.
Let me know what ya'all think of this setup and the prices I can get them at.
BTW all prices include shipping.
I'm open to any suggestions and feedback.
Spindles
SuspensionMax - $299.95 w/shipping - http://sporttrucksuspension.com/RANGERLIFT.HTM
AALs
Procomp AAL Model EXP-13120 - $40.70 - http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...ch&DDS=1&N=115
Shackles
Belltech - Model BEL-6400 - $57.70 - SummitRacing - http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...nresults=false
Total
Spindles - 299.95
AAL's - $40.70
Shackles - $57.70
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$398.35 <----EDIT: Final price includes shipping
Let me know what ya'all think of this setup and the prices I can get them at.
BTW all prices include shipping.
I'm open to any suggestions and feedback.
Spindles
SuspensionMax - $299.95 w/shipping - http://sporttrucksuspension.com/RANGERLIFT.HTM
AALs
Procomp AAL Model EXP-13120 - $40.70 - http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...ch&DDS=1&N=115
Shackles
Belltech - Model BEL-6400 - $57.70 - SummitRacing - http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...nresults=false
Total
Spindles - 299.95
AAL's - $40.70
Shackles - $57.70
-------------------------
$398.35 <----EDIT: Final price includes shipping
Last edited by buzzair; 06-01-2006 at 05:09 PM.
#6
I have all of the above
for me, spindles were a PITA...you definetly need to grind A LOT of places with those spindles. Don't be afraid. Also, you NEED a "pitman arm puller" to pull the spindle off the ball joint.
Just buy a tie rod puller and get that out. You will also need new tie rod end links (20 each) and they are simple to install. I ripped the boot on both, but 1 was already ripped.
Also, for the AAL's and the shackles...I didn't have enough "jack" to do either. I tried to, but it just wont' work. Be sure you have a high enough jack, because it gets pretty high...forget about mounting your 33's on after that...you have to jack from the pumpkin.
Overall, it took me 8 hrs to do, a lot of cursing, 100 dollars more than expected. I had to buy new tie-rod ends, the puller, grease, and a tie rod puller. It sucked.
I am happy with the outcome, but the process is HARD and you do need 2 people sometimes. Maybe it was just me, but that was a PITA. I'm doing a review on it soon, I just need pics.
for me, spindles were a PITA...you definetly need to grind A LOT of places with those spindles. Don't be afraid. Also, you NEED a "pitman arm puller" to pull the spindle off the ball joint.
Just buy a tie rod puller and get that out. You will also need new tie rod end links (20 each) and they are simple to install. I ripped the boot on both, but 1 was already ripped.
Also, for the AAL's and the shackles...I didn't have enough "jack" to do either. I tried to, but it just wont' work. Be sure you have a high enough jack, because it gets pretty high...forget about mounting your 33's on after that...you have to jack from the pumpkin.
Overall, it took me 8 hrs to do, a lot of cursing, 100 dollars more than expected. I had to buy new tie-rod ends, the puller, grease, and a tie rod puller. It sucked.
I am happy with the outcome, but the process is HARD and you do need 2 people sometimes. Maybe it was just me, but that was a PITA. I'm doing a review on it soon, I just need pics.
#7
Originally Posted by jrpro130
I have all of the above
for me, spindles were a PITA...you definetly need to grind A LOT of places with those spindles. Don't be afraid. Also, you NEED a "pitman arm puller" to pull the spindle off the ball joint.
Just buy a tie rod puller and get that out. You will also need new tie rod end links (20 each) and they are simple to install. I ripped the boot on both, but 1 was already ripped.
Also, for the AAL's and the shackles...I didn't have enough "jack" to do either. I tried to, but it just wont' work. Be sure you have a high enough jack, because it gets pretty high...forget about mounting your 33's on after that...you have to jack from the pumpkin.
Overall, it took me 8 hrs to do, a lot of cursing, 100 dollars more than expected. I had to buy new tie-rod ends, the puller, grease, and a tie rod puller. It sucked.
I am happy with the outcome, but the process is HARD and you do need 2 people sometimes. Maybe it was just me, but that was a PITA. I'm doing a review on it soon, I just need pics.
for me, spindles were a PITA...you definetly need to grind A LOT of places with those spindles. Don't be afraid. Also, you NEED a "pitman arm puller" to pull the spindle off the ball joint.
Just buy a tie rod puller and get that out. You will also need new tie rod end links (20 each) and they are simple to install. I ripped the boot on both, but 1 was already ripped.
Also, for the AAL's and the shackles...I didn't have enough "jack" to do either. I tried to, but it just wont' work. Be sure you have a high enough jack, because it gets pretty high...forget about mounting your 33's on after that...you have to jack from the pumpkin.
Overall, it took me 8 hrs to do, a lot of cursing, 100 dollars more than expected. I had to buy new tie-rod ends, the puller, grease, and a tie rod puller. It sucked.
I am happy with the outcome, but the process is HARD and you do need 2 people sometimes. Maybe it was just me, but that was a PITA. I'm doing a review on it soon, I just need pics.
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go with 33's...I was rubbing in reverse turning left (i think) in the front with 1.5" tbar crank
you lose ALOT of power, I did not realize it. Just get a tuner/fipk/exhaust/efan and you'll be back to stock in no-time!!!
go w/ 33's...it is a LOT bigger than you think...it makes it look tonka!!!
you lose ALOT of power, I did not realize it. Just get a tuner/fipk/exhaust/efan and you'll be back to stock in no-time!!!
go w/ 33's...it is a LOT bigger than you think...it makes it look tonka!!!
#18
Originally Posted by buzzair
hmm..I ask cause I might be able to get 4 almost new 35's BFG A/Ts for $450 but not if its gonna decrease my power considerably and cause other problems down the road.
#19
Originally Posted by jrpro130
go with 33's...I was rubbing in reverse turning left (i think) in the front with 1.5" tbar crank
you lose ALOT of power, I did not realize it. Just get a tuner/fipk/exhaust/efan and you'll be back to stock in no-time!!!
go w/ 33's...it is a LOT bigger than you think...it makes it look tonka!!!
you lose ALOT of power, I did not realize it. Just get a tuner/fipk/exhaust/efan and you'll be back to stock in no-time!!!
go w/ 33's...it is a LOT bigger than you think...it makes it look tonka!!!
The only reason I'm considering 35's is cause of the great deal I can get on them. If not for that, I would be sticking with 33's.
#20
Originally Posted by gatorblue92
if you get 35's you will need to regear... ranger1 has 35's with 4.10 gears and he cant use 5th gear on the highway and he has a 4.0 so i would imagine its much worse with a 3.0... however when i put my lift on im gonna go with 35's since i really dont care about speed
Are you planning on regearing or no?
#21
#22
Let me revise that list for you:
- Spindles - $299.95
- AAL's - $40.70
- Shackles - $57.70
- Grease, tie-rod puller, and other “must-haves” at AutoZone - $78.92
- Case of Bud Light - $16.00
- Broken finger after drunkenly smashing between control arm and spindle - $562.98 after insurance
- Gaining 3 inches of altitude - Priceless
#23
Originally Posted by Needforspeed3685
Let me revise that list for you:
- Spindles - $299.95
- AAL's - $40.70
- Shackles - $57.70
- Grease, tie-rod puller, and other “must-haves” at AutoZone - $78.92
- Case of Bud Light - $16.00
- Broken finger after drunkenly smashing between control arm and spindle - $562.98 after insurance
- Gaining 3 inches of altitude - Priceless
And I still have to do my rear!!!
But...3" higher, thats priceless.
I didn't think it would be that big...it's pretty large with 33's...I'm 6' and its a jump up there!
#24
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It was 5-700 for me...I can't see it being any different. Takes about 6-8hrs for any mechanic to do. They charge about 70-100/hr. It's a good amount of work, a lot of grinding, a lot of specialty tools. You need the pullers, presses, jack stands, lift, jacks, tie rod end links, new ball joints (if you tear boots), new tie rod end links (if boots torn), etc.
I would expect to pay someone at least 700...its a lot better doing it yourself!
I would expect to pay someone at least 700...its a lot better doing it yourself!