Hey everyone, I’m looking to lower my 98 Ranger but not quite sure what to go with. I don’t want to slam it to the ground but also don’t want to lower it and it looks like nothing has changed. So I have a few questions and would appreciate any info or help since I’m new to the lowering game.

im looking at either 2”/3” , 3”/4” , 3”/5” or 3”/6” kits

1. do I need to smaller shocks for all these kits or just the bigger drops?

2. Some of these kits doesn’t come with drop shackles, do I need those for all or some kits?

3. what drop do these trucks have? This is kinda what I would like.

thanks so much in advance!!!

 

I have an 08 2wd assuming our trucks are basically the same.. the axle flip gives 5" the shackles give an additional 1". Unless frame is pristine the shackles will be your worsed nightmare. The kit I got came with shocks, I believe they were shorter I didn't compare them. My truck (pictured) has 2" wheel spacers and I rub on the bed it's a work in progress also if/when you do yours get the low pro bump stops I still have my stocks in was crunched for time to get it back together and now my front rests on them rear I have maybe an inch before I hit bump stops haha