I have a 2000 V6 4.2L 5spd SuperCab truck. Since it's not a 4x, I don't need all the fancy stuff (for off-road use). I just want whatever is needed to clear the tires and keep the smoothest ride possible. I went to 4WheelParts and they went crazy telling me what to add which came out to $3400!!!

I was thinking a 3" Body Lift. Do I need a suspension lift too?

Thanks!

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2000 F150 V6 4.2L
>KenWood 600W Powering 12"JBL on Stock CD Stereo
>CB/PA System
>MagnaFlow Exhaust
>PIAA HID Headlights and FogLights
>Bug Deflector
>Clear Coroners
>Window Vents and Tint




[This message has been edited by F150Y2K (edited 01-30-2000).]

 

F150Y2K,

Ya, 4Wheelparts Wholesalers does that to everyone. They really go for the up-sale.

 

Hey I have 285's on my truck with 3" bullseye spindles. The tire fit well and it looks real good. The spindles only cost like 550 and install you can spend anywhere from 150 to 350. You don't need to change anything else and it keeps the same factory ride. Although the bigger tires will change the ride a bit. My do but they are the BFG's that have a 3 ply sidewall instead of 2 ply which makes them a little stiffer but stronger. Just my suggestion take it as you want it. P.S. someone posted pics of my truck in another post. I think "2wd body lift and spindles" take a look.

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1998 F150 XLT Reg. Cab, STX, White, 4.2 v6, 4x2, K&N, 3.55, Manik grill gaurd, **** Cepek 100 watt driving lamps, Kenwood mask CD-player, drop hitch, Ford hitch insert, 16x8 Atlas rims w/ 285/75/16 BFG All-Terrains KO all on a 3 inch bullseye spindles. Looks like a serious truck now

 

F150Y2K
I have posted this before, and I will do it again... I have a 4x2 supercab flareside w- 285-75-16 tires on 16x8 epic lakota wheels. there isn't a single suspension mod on my truck, not ever shocks. This size will fit and not rub anywhere, even lock to lock turns.
Good Luck
Todd

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1998 F-150 SC Flareside 4.6 Wht/Grey Auto
Additions: Line-X 8-31-99
3.73:1 Pro Auburn, Custom made cold air induction system, Flowmaster exhaust, N2O (when needed)
Epic Lakota Chrome wheels and 285-75-16 tires.

 

I've seen guys post who have 305's on their truck with no mods. From what I understand that size is very close to the 33.

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97 F-150 S/C 4x4 ORP XLT 4.6 K&N , Flowmaster w/dual tailpipes, Bosch+4 plugs,MSD 8.5 wires,Superchip.Patriot fiberglass toneau cover, Westin chrome step bars.
Kenwood 4011 stereo, Rockford 150a1 amp, Profile electronic crossover, and 2 10" JBL's.

 

32.8" to be exact. Atleast that's what my Wrangler ATS' are. They're awesome!!

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1999 F-250LD 4X4 XLT Supercab SB, 5.4L, AT, 3.73LS, 33"Wrangler ATS, Dual Exhaust, custom air intake, Color: Harvest Gold cc "Ready to Farm"

 

Remember everyone that F150Y2K's truck is a stock 2 wheel drive not a 4x. The biggest tires I have seen in person on a 2wd is 265/75/16. Mind you that is what I have seen. Someone else on here has stated that he has 285/75/16 on his 2wd at stock height. I have the same tires on my truck (the 285's) with the 3" spindle lift and they rub on turns into sharp inclines.

TJohnston,
Are you sure that is 285/75/16 and not something like 285/55/16 or something like that? I notices in your sig that you had nitrous too so I thought it might be more of a street truck instead of a 4x look alike.

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1998 F150 XLT Reg. Cab, STX, White, 4.2 v6, 4x2, K&N, 3.55, Manik grill gaurd, **** Cepek 100 watt driving lamps, Kenwood mask CD-player, drop hitch, Ford hitch insert, 16x8 Atlas rims w/ 285/75/16 BFG All-Terrains KO all on a 3 inch bullseye spindles. Looks like a serious truck now

 

TJohnston,

Could you post a pic of your truck, I'd really like to see how those tires look on your truck. I'm just havin a hard time seein how they'd fit with no problems, cause 285's rub on some stock 4x4's. I'm just confused I guess, I'd really like to see it.

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Patrick aka Mudder Arlington Texas (DFW), member and V.P. of Fordified.
Stone Cold edition F150 ®, Black 98 Styleside S/C F150 4x4 0RP 5.4 3.55ls, Ramsey Pro 8000 hidden winch, Grizzly roll bar, Superwhite Bulbs, 2 Baja lights, 8 165 watt KC Daylighters, 4 chrome, 4 black (I come alive at night), Manik grille guard, Westin step bars, Rhino Taillight guards (thanks Pony), Magnum bug shield, Sonic aluminum treadplate 36" tool box, Flowmaster 40 series dual exhaust, K/N air filter, 265/75/16 BFG AT/S, American Racing Baja wheels, Cobra CB radio with 3' whip antenna, Escort Laser/Radar detector, Nokia cell phone, a Mobil Speed Pass on the back window, a F150 Online sticker, and a Stone Cold sticker on the front windshield, and yes, I also have been infected with the infamous door crack. More to come for the Daylighting machine: shocks, Airaid, and a lift when it's all paid for. If you would like to see pics, email me at mudder46@hotmail.com or see pics at me and pony's website www.angelfire.com/ok3/ponysix8 , and to hear the Flowmaster exhaust http://www.angelfire.com/ok3/ponysix8/images/T005.wav
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[This message has been edited by mudder (edited 02-02-2000).]

 

I got a 3in body lift and cleared 285/75 fine. I haven't had them rub yet. Tires, balancing, body lift, and bumper brackets was 1100 from off road warehouse, thats out the door. The tires/balance were 680 there which is the same as discount tire co. and some other local shops near me.

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1999 4.2l 2wd super cab F-150. Mods: 3in body lift and 285/75 R16 BFG AT 3.55 gear 10 disk changer

 

ilmagill, it sounds like you have the truck I'm trying to make mine into. How does it do offroad, if that is what you use it for? Do you have LS. I have the 3.55 gears with the V6 and extended cab '99 just like you.

 

Hey Cr1028,

I live in Dallas area and if you ever want to get together to see what my truck looks like with the 3" spindle lift and 33" tires let me know. I think you would be pleased of how it looks. Looks a little higher than some 4x's.

 

Hey Cr1028,

I live in Dallas area and if you ever want to get together to see what my truck looks like with the 3" spindle lift and 33" tires let me know. I think you would be pleased of how it looks. Looks a little higher than some 4x's.

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1998 F150 XLT Reg. Cab, STX, White, 4.2 v6, 4x2, K&N, 3.55, Manik grill gaurd, **** Cepek 100 watt driving lamps, Kenwood mask CD-player, drop hitch, Ford hitch insert, 16x8 Atlas rims w/ 285/75/16 BFG All-Terrains KO all on a 3 inch bullseye spindles. Looks like a serious truck now