well, I attempted the install today but was unsuccesful, I couldn't break the ball joint loose with a hammer, the pitman arm puller i used was a little too small so long story short I used a pickle fork to try and seperate it and tore the boot around the ball joint, does anyone know if this part is readily available? Ill have to find the right pitman arm puller and give it another try another day.
well, I attempted the install today but was unsuccesful, I couldn't break the ball joint loose with a hammer, the pitman arm puller i used was a little too small so long story short I used a pickle fork to try and seperate it and tore the boot around the ball joint, does anyone know if this part is readily available? Ill have to find the right pitman arm puller and give it another try another day.
you may want to start a new thread on this if you havent already... but your best bet would probly be to buy another ball joint, either from the dealer or online... Moog has a good reputaion
I just finished my level on a 2wd with the 2.5 A.S. Level Kit following these directions, to make note of some of my issues It took about 2 hours 15 min to complete start to end. My first issue was i used a 15mm speed wrench instead of a socket for the spring bolts, second i didn't have the pittman puller so i used the hammer and it popped right off both sides, and lastly since it was just myself i used the floor jack to raise the a arm to the upper ball and that was about it. I did have the problem with the ball joints spinning top and bottom but without holding them i used an impact and it took care of it with no hassle. Thank you for the write up and i hope its as smooth for everyone else.
Where did you get the kit from? I have an 06 FX4 supercab, and ive been wanting to do this, but i didn't know it could be done so cheep. Plus I was afraid my stock tires would look goofy, but it looks good on that truck. Nice job!
Where did you get the kit from? I have an 06 FX4 supercab, and ive been wanting to do this, but i didn't know it could be done so cheep. Plus I was afraid my stock tires would look goofy, but it looks good on that truck. Nice job!
I just wanted to say thanks for this post. I just installed a 2.5" AS kit on my truck and it couldn't have gone smoother. I probably could have done with the supplied instructions but the having more detailed info and pics made it a breeze!
HA HA. That help bring up my confidence and kinda scares me. Seems like alot of work that i'm about to get myself into. I will be putting my 3" on in a few days :?
+1 more vote to be a sticky
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Nice work. I'll be using this in about a week. I'll be installing the ReadyLift 3" Level Kit (which is an identical install). My only concern is getting out of the garage....it's close as it is.
Opinions on rear level kits. Block or AAL? I'm leaning towards RL's 3" (which is actually only 1") Block lift.
Nice work. I'll be using this in about a week. I'll be installing the ReadyLift 3" Level Kit (which is an identical install). My only concern is getting out of the garage....it's close as it is.
Opinions on rear level kits. Block or AAL? I'm leaning towards RL's 3" (which is actually only 1") Block lift.
I just added a Superlift AAL. I wanted to go with the AAL instead of the block since I tow often. It was a pain the the butt to install but does look good and I notice little if any difference in ride quality. BTW if anyone here knows a good way to get the spring clips back in place let me know please! The good ole hammer and C clamps didnt do the trick. That being said if you are not towing alot the block would be much easier to install in my opinion. I think Fat Bob's makes a shorter leaf that you dont have to remove the factory clips so that might be a good solution as well?
Has anyone noticed that the '04s, like the one this write-up was done on (I think) can have a 2.5" spacer and the CV is just a little off from being parallel to the ground? And that the later year model trucks can have a 2" spacer and be at more of an angle? Take for instance ab46501's picture and compare it to the OP's on the first page.
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Has anyone noticed that the '04s, like the one this write-up was done on (I think) can have a 2.5" spacer and the CV is just a little off from being parallel to the ground? And that the later year model trucks can have a 2" spacer and be at more of an angle? Take for instance ab46501's picture and compare it to the OP's on the first page.
I agree it looks more of an angle in my pic than the one of the first page. Could the angle of the camera be the difference? When comparing the angle to the strut it doesn't seem as much off? My sway bar attchment was also slightly different than the one on the first page. Maybe ford changed some things after 04?
I agree it looks more of an angle in my pic than the one of the first page. Could the angle of the camera be the difference? When comparing the angle to the strut it doesn't seem as much off? My sway bar attchment was also slightly different than the one on the first page. Maybe ford changed some things after 04?
Im thinkin they changed up some stuff. I know when searching for lift kits the lift kit manufacturers make you select a different tab thing for Dec 04 - 08.... I don't know why... Surely they didn't change too much. I suppose the cv could appear to be different angles because of the camera, but take a look at the CV boot on either end. The OP's is still pretty flexible and almost straight, unlike yours and mine which is bent pretty good. Im just curious to know what's up with that.
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