RCD questions
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RCD questions
I have read that the 5 inch RCD kit does not work on 2003.5 4x4 with the taller rotors ? That true ? If so is it possiable to to use the older smaller rotors and brakes ? Where can you get an RCD lift I have only seen one place on-line an that was www.performancelifts.com and they want $2,200. Is that a good price ? Where alse can I get one ?
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if you downgrade from the 12 inch rotors to the 11.25 inch rotors you can install the kit. if u are going to buy new rotors that are smaller it is a good idea to get drilled or slotted rotors. rotors are the only thing stopping the 2003.5 + rangers from the rcd working.
as far as places i got mine from a Local 4x4 shop called MTO Suspension, they kicked ***!
as far as places i got mine from a Local 4x4 shop called MTO Suspension, they kicked ***!
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It is hte front rotor right? The rotor was made to work with a torsion bar suspension, so I'm guessing the spring or arms get in the way. If its on the backside I'm not sure. But just visit a junkyard! If ya think about it, 99% of trucks/cars in car crashes don't break the braking system, so you can prolly downgrade for cheap.
Why not get Superlift? It's just as good I believe.
And don't run larger than 35s BTW, you're gonna break lots of stuff.
Aaron
Why not get Superlift? It's just as good I believe.
And don't run larger than 35s BTW, you're gonna break lots of stuff.
Aaron
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Originally Posted by Red_Ak_Ranger
It is hte front rotor right? The rotor was made to work with a torsion bar suspension, so I'm guessing the spring or arms get in the way. If its on the backside I'm not sure. But just visit a junkyard! If ya think about it, 99% of trucks/cars in car crashes don't break the braking system, so you can prolly downgrade for cheap.
Why not get Superlift? It's just as good I believe.
And don't run larger than 35s BTW, you're gonna break lots of stuff.
Aaron
Why not get Superlift? It's just as good I believe.
And don't run larger than 35s BTW, you're gonna break lots of stuff.
Aaron
EDIT: here's the link, it was an '04 4x4. Notice where the torsion bar is in the 3rd photo! Compare that to photos of Jared's (rangerboy03lvl2) truck with the RCD. Finally Lifted! - '04 with superlift
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Originally Posted by Gearhead61
Yessir.
The t-bar drop bracket wasn't so bad. I've had wheels a foot or two in the air without getting hung up on the drop brackets. IMO it was worth saving the extra money.
The RCD lift sure would be sweet though! Maybe for my new truck.
The t-bar drop bracket wasn't so bad. I've had wheels a foot or two in the air without getting hung up on the drop brackets. IMO it was worth saving the extra money.
The RCD lift sure would be sweet though! Maybe for my new truck.
the t-bars are actually in the same place as they were stock, not any lower. if i had the money and had the choice i would prolly get the superlift, but only because i just cant justify spending that much money on my truck.
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are those supports the only parts that need to be welded?
hmmmm.........
while I'm hear. Jared, is there a heavier duty output shaft made for our trucks? I plan on doing 33s if/when I lift. However, I've been thinking of "doing it right" and saving up for lift, lift install (includes weld), gears, gear install, new rotors, and tires. I figure if I do that I might as well go with 35s instead of 33s, but would I need a BL to stuff the 35s? I know you're running a 3" BL. I was thinking about getting a custom 1" BL just to expose my frame a little more so I can do rock sliders. Ehhh, I need to stop thinking about all this and focus on school and work until I graduate this coming May. But it's so fun to think about it.
hmmmm.........
while I'm hear. Jared, is there a heavier duty output shaft made for our trucks? I plan on doing 33s if/when I lift. However, I've been thinking of "doing it right" and saving up for lift, lift install (includes weld), gears, gear install, new rotors, and tires. I figure if I do that I might as well go with 35s instead of 33s, but would I need a BL to stuff the 35s? I know you're running a 3" BL. I was thinking about getting a custom 1" BL just to expose my frame a little more so I can do rock sliders. Ehhh, I need to stop thinking about all this and focus on school and work until I graduate this coming May. But it's so fun to think about it.
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yeah i got a heavy duty shaft from ford .... but we will see how heavy duty it is....
i wouldnt replace it unless urs breaks. its expensive (glad i know how lol) to replace you have to tear down the whole transmission to do it ...
well im not sure if u have to have a bl for 35s .... but i did it ... i can run bigger tires if i want but 35s are good enough for me... for now lol
good luck chris....
good luck Ben you truck is gonna be sweet!
Hey scott id get under there and weld them asap .... you dont want your shock tower to rip off ... lol
i wouldnt replace it unless urs breaks. its expensive (glad i know how lol) to replace you have to tear down the whole transmission to do it ...
well im not sure if u have to have a bl for 35s .... but i did it ... i can run bigger tires if i want but 35s are good enough for me... for now lol
good luck chris....
good luck Ben you truck is gonna be sweet!
Hey scott id get under there and weld them asap .... you dont want your shock tower to rip off ... lol
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