raising a 1993 F150?

Joshua_Thommy · #1 10-13-2009, 02:25 PM

I really want to raise my truck up a couple inches(4 to 6) and I really want to know what would all be involved in that. So If someone could give me the run-down on how to or if I should get it professionally done. That would be great. Thanks

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SKATERBRO · #2 10-13-2009, 04:29 PM

For the front you would need drop brackets for the TTBs, a drop pitman arm, either extended radius arms or RA drop brackets and new coil springs & shocks.

For the rear you would need either lift blocks w/ new u-bolts or taller leaf packs. Of course, new shocks in the back as well.

Then you'll want to look at the pinion angle. You may or may not need to adjust it, i'm not lifted so not sure on that one. Extended brake lines and some new meats(if needed).

I think that covers it.

19934X4 · #3 10-13-2009, 04:37 PM

As I found out this weekend when i took mine in for alignment, you will most likely need Camber adjustment kits for the front. I have a ProComp 6inch lift and i have pretty good Positive Camber (top of wheel is sticking out). I will be buying the adjustable kit and having my alignment shop install.

GTRider245 · #4 10-13-2009, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Joshua_Thommy

I really want to raise my truck up a couple inches(4 to 6) and I really want to know what would all be involved in that. So If someone could give me the run-down on how to or if I should get it professionally done. That would be great. Thanks

A lift kit would be a good start...

Joshua_Thommy · #5 10-13-2009, 11:38 PM

I figured a lift kit would be a good start. But I cant decide if I want to spend the extra money and get a suspenion lift or just the body lift. I want a body lift because they are cheaper and I do have other things to put my money into. I am probably going to stick to 3 inches though.

Im not that big into all the automechanics stuff YET, but I do want to start working on my truck more and learn more about them. As for all those fancy names you shouted out for needing to raise it, would this kit work?

http://www.suspensionconnection.com/...uscon/823.html

But thanks for the heads up on the alignment. I thought about it a little but didnt think it would be needed

19934X4 · #6 10-14-2009, 04:15 PM

I currently have a 2 inch body with a 6 inch suspension. i will have the 35s on it by mid November (waiting on my buddy to take them off his Blazer).

SKATERBRO · #7 10-14-2009, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Joshua_Thommy

As for all those fancy names you shouted out for needing to raise it, would this kit work?

http://www.suspensionconnection.com/...uscon/823.html

For a body lift, yes. All the suspension components i listed are for an all suspension lift (the better way to lift a truck). With a body lift you'll have those unsightly gaps between the frame and bed. They do make flaps to cover the gaps but i just think a suspension lift is better all the way around.

But before doing anything to your truck, get a book for it. Read up on anything and everything you're not clear on. It will give you a much better understanding on how things work and how to fix/modify them.

Joshua_Thommy · #8 10-14-2009, 11:22 PM

I think I may end up waiting. Working on shop cars and just learning about general automechanics in my free time with the BEST shop teacher ever. Just to save up for maybe a 4 inch suspension lift. Maybe 6 inch if I get the money. But thanks for the help. I may go with what 19934x4 did and get a body and a suspension lift. That would I could get added suspension and handling along with a larger lift.

What do you think the average time to lift a truck 2 or 3 inches with a body lift kit would take for someone doing it the first time? It says it would be a 8-12 hour process. Im guessing it would take me longer. Thanks

GTRider245 · #9 10-16-2009, 05:35 PM

Skip the body lift...a suspension lift for these trucks can be had for under $500. With the right tools it would take you and a few buddies a weekend at the most.

Joshua_Thommy · #10 10-19-2009, 09:52 AM

What would be a good quality suspension lift brand that I could find for the "500 dollars price". I was looking at rancho and it was around 590 for a 4 inch suspension lift, but shocks wre not included. I didnt understand that at all tho

GTRider245 · #11 10-19-2009, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Joshua_Thommy

What would be a good quality suspension lift brand that I could find for the "500 dollars price". I was looking at rancho and it was around 590 for a 4 inch suspension lift, but shocks wre not included. I didnt understand that at all tho

I didnt say you could get a qaulity lift, I just said you could get a lift. A Rough Country kit with drop brackets can be had with shocks for around $500. The top of the line Rancho kit with extended radius arms and all will be around $1800. It depends on how much you want to spend.

And if you are nickel and diming over a few hundred bucks chances are you dont need to lift your truck in the first place.

j440 · #12 10-19-2009, 04:34 PM

my 93 has a rough country 6" lift, i like it no complaints at all the TTB really sucks though i must say.. i have a solid axle going in right now

GTRider245 · #13 10-19-2009, 10:51 PM

Sell your lift to the OP. Everyone wins.

aswaff400 · #14 10-20-2009, 07:09 PM

i got no complaints 'bout my rig! check my sig for what i got... i can clear a 37" tire no problem but would rather have more articulation w/o rubbing so im stickin w/35's... i paid around 510 for my lift kit shipped to my door (complete kit with shocks/brake lines) and 160 for the body lift... had the lift kit on my truck in 2 days with help of 1 buddy, and a day for the body lift

Joshua_Thommy · #15 10-25-2009, 02:08 PM

Its not really a financial problem nickel and diming over a couple hundred. It is mostly my parents. I have around 1650 i can play with to do whatever I want to it. Some of it is also going to my new motorcycle. Mostly everything on top of a thousand because the tires are so bloody expensive and soft. Not to mention you almost need a mechanic to put the new ones on....<.<

But I did look at the rough country and im kind of liking what it will offer. Also another question with the suspension lift from rough country, difficulting on a scale of 1-10 and tires. One thing that i hate is a lifted vehicle with stock tires. My tires are pry due in about 400 miles and i will be changing them soon. So what size tires should i look at for a 4 inch suspension lift and a 4 inch suspension lift and a 3 inch body lift (I think 37 inch).

And what "recommended" accesories should I get with the 4 inch lift from RC including: brake lines, dual steering stabilizer, shock upgrade, and shock boots. Also opinions for the sway bar drop-brackets?

Thanks a ton guys