Ranger 1" Body Lift Supplies?
#77
i think im going to do the 3" lift from that link u just showed me! i want to get bigger tires, but for cheep, also later im going to build a skid rail and this will show some of my frame, and that will be where my skid rail comes out of (is skid rail the right term?
for a 3" lift on a 04 4x4 ranger i need
the spacers
bolts
new gas hose (hardware store?)
longer radator hose? (hardware store?)
anything i missed?
for a 3" lift on a 04 4x4 ranger i need
the spacers
bolts
new gas hose (hardware store?)
longer radator hose? (hardware store?)
anything i missed?
#78
steering shaft extension, ground strap extensions (2?), Radiator lowering blocks unless you remove the shroud or convert to an e-fan.
On the gas hose, the kits have a metal pipe. You cut the hose and slip in the pipe for the extension. 2 clamps along with the pipe. The same needs to be done for the small hose that lets air out while filling up.
On the gas hose, the kits have a metal pipe. You cut the hose and slip in the pipe for the extension. 2 clamps along with the pipe. The same needs to be done for the small hose that lets air out while filling up.
#79
Originally Posted by graniteguy
steering shaft extension, ground strap extensions (2?), Radiator lowering blocks unless you remove the shroud or convert to an e-fan.
On the gas hose, the kits have a metal pipe. You cut the hose and slip in the pipe for the extension. 2 clamps along with the pipe. The same needs to be done for the small hose that lets air out while filling up.
On the gas hose, the kits have a metal pipe. You cut the hose and slip in the pipe for the extension. 2 clamps along with the pipe. The same needs to be done for the small hose that lets air out while filling up.
#81
#82
Originally Posted by Ranger-James
F it, with my budget, time and skills, and this being my DD, a 1" lift seems to be more within my range.
and i read ill be able to get 33" without rubbing.
and i read ill be able to get 33" without rubbing.
just food for thought...
pm
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#89
ok, question. I need to do something with my suspension. I either need to do the Exploder spring swap and/or helper springs. I have not ruled out the Firestone air bag with rubber bumpers, or a similiar sytem. I 'm still considering pros and cons. If I go with the airbags, I'll spring for the in cab psi meter and switch for the on board compressor. This way, I can adjust the air bags according to load. I've been told that they will take the sag out of the rear suspension while towing trailers or with a loaded truck bed.
If I go with the helper springs, I will buy the Hellwigs. I've talked to the folks at Hellwig and they were really helpful. I'm also looking at their sway bars.
What year Exploder springs would fit my 2001 Ranger? Oh, I do have the torsion bars in the front to make it match what ever I do to the rear suspension. If I get around a 1" lift, that's fine with me. Much more than that and I'd need a ladder to get in.
Any input welcome
Myles
If I go with the helper springs, I will buy the Hellwigs. I've talked to the folks at Hellwig and they were really helpful. I'm also looking at their sway bars.
What year Exploder springs would fit my 2001 Ranger? Oh, I do have the torsion bars in the front to make it match what ever I do to the rear suspension. If I get around a 1" lift, that's fine with me. Much more than that and I'd need a ladder to get in.
Any input welcome
Myles
#90
Here's another option for the gap between the tailgate and the bumper, when installing the 1" body lift.....
Originally Posted by Fx4wannabe01
Went to work, saw a extra piece of scrap diamond plate aluminum....thick stuff. What's needed is a piece 4" x 52 1/2". I proceeded to prime it, and paint it Rust Oleum Gloss Black, to match my toolbox. Used 1/4"x3/4 Stainless hexhead self drilling screws to attach it to my bed. Then reattached my clearence lights for the "look at me" factor. I think it looks good. And it's not that noticeable standing away from the truck. Meaning it doesn't stick out. What do yall think??
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#97
#99
You need nothing else. Just bolts and blocks. But when your are doing the lift, pay attention to anything that might be getting tight; electrical wires, hoses, cables, etc). I had no issues when i did mine.
Shifter.....
You will have to trim the bezel w/ cupholder a little, and probably have to trim the floor bracket as well. Shortly after I did the 1", is when i put my Hurst shifter on. And a hurst and 3" or 1" no triming is required.