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4 inch lift. Front ideas?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Forster46, Aug 14, 2010.

  1. Aug 14, 2010 at 9:52 PM
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    Forster46

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    Alright guys so im new to all this stuff and i wanna lift my truck about 4 inchs. 3 inchs doesnt look like enough for me, and six is too expensive, but I found this: http://www.ultimateautoaccessories.com/page/UAA/PROD/LFB/97076 it is a 4 inch rear block kit by tuff country. And i was thinking of getting this, and upgrading it later. But what would be a good idea of what to get for the front? I want it to ride as level as possible while still looking tall. Any input is welcomed. Thanks!
     
  2. Aug 14, 2010 at 10:27 PM
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    You're lifting an xrunner?? Most people would say stay away from blocks and spacers but that is the cheapest way. And 4in is gonna cost a good bit. I think for 4in in the back you probably need a new leaf pack. As for up front I'd say spindles. Just search this forum. There's lots of good info.
     
  3. Aug 14, 2010 at 10:29 PM
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    Wait... you cant be trying to lift an Xrunner... are you!?!?!? :eek:
     
  4. Aug 14, 2010 at 10:31 PM
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    well you asked for specs..... 06 trd sport speedway blue 5.3l v8 4.0 camburg lift spindles extended travel icons total chaos lowers allpro 4" leaf pack 17" xd hoss rims 37/12.5/17 mickey thompson baja atz Allpro hybrid bumper grill craft grill wicked flow muffler inside i have..... wet okole real tree camo seat cover blue oznium dome light stealth sub box with 2 10" kicker comp subs kicker 400 watt amp weathertech floor mats
    ;)you cant lift x-runner different suspension setups right guys
     
  5. Aug 14, 2010 at 10:33 PM
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    Seeing the third gen section forced me to get a Ford...
    the x does have spring UNDER axle in the rear and those blocks alone would only be able to lower it.
     
  6. Aug 14, 2010 at 10:40 PM
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    nevermind...my bad
     
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    x runners have 5 lug suspensions get 5 lug lift spindles and lift springs
     
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    I think I read somewhere on one of the other sites about someone wanting to do this because of more ground clearance from everything being tucked up tighter.
     
  9. Aug 15, 2010 at 12:39 AM
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    ^^^the spindles man right here!!!:headbang:

    so what does ur truck look like now 1blkt?
     
  10. Aug 15, 2010 at 10:06 AM
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    okay alsooooo, i dont have an x runner. I clicked that on accident. Haha its a base 4cyl 4x4
     
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    oh then if your a 4x4 and want a 4 inch the only option besides longtravel is a drop bracket
     
  12. Aug 15, 2010 at 10:10 AM
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    Forster46 [OP] Very nice how much?

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    haha right before i posted this i spent like two hours looking at relentless taco's build. Its a very awesome setup btw, i love the bumpers
     
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    Forster46 [OP] Very nice how much?

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    not to sound like a totaly yuppy but i honestly have no idea what the difference between those are
     
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    so what do you think would be a good setup for about a 4 inch lift? I don't need a whole 6 inches.
     
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    RCD 4-5 inch possibly or go to 6 inch
     
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    With a 4x4 youre going to have to do a drop bracket for anything over 3". expect to be between $1500-$2000 for a drop bracket lift. So, unless you are dead set on going higher than 3" or are on a budget then 3" is your limit.
     
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    haha nice! Thanks!

    So to get over 3" of lift on a 4x4, you'd probably want to get a RCD 4-5" drop bracket lift. Expensive, but pretty nice kit:cool:
     
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    ya i have the rcd lift and it rides great and in my opinion looks awesome too.
     
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