How hard is it to install a lift kit? I want to do a 6" lift (3" body, 3" suspension). Installing blocks under the rear lift spring sounds easy but the front suspension seems like a pain in the neck because it involves messing with the steering. If i do a body lift how many parts do i have to move around and remount?

I have a '92 f-150 Custom 4x2 currently with 15" tires but i want to go up close to 30"

-Jon

 

Ford4ever

I am in the middle of a project similar to the one you mentioned above. I already did the 3" body lift but the suspension lift will have to wait until next year, unfortunately.

The body lift is very time consuming, as a matter of fact it could take more time than the suspension lift. Even though I haven't installed the suspension lift I have been reading and listening to other members in the forum and the suspension lifts are rated in the range of 7-12 hours. The body lift took me around 14-16 hours of a regular weekend (I did it by myself). All this depends, of course, of your mechanical skills, your tools and lots of space needed to work and move freely. Not only more floor space but ceiling height as well.

Speaking of suspension you do not mess with the steering. Remember that what you are doing is replacing components from the steering and front suspension with engineered parts from recognized companies.

If you send me your address I will photocopy and send to you the instructions for the body lift so you can see beforehand what you are getting into. Those will be for the 97 and 98 F150, but they can give you a good idea. Should be similar. Also you can go to Product Reviews and there you will find the 3" body lift.

Another good idea is contacting the different suspension companies and ask for a copy of the instruction for your year model. That will help a lot.

If you think you can do it, go for it. Good luck.

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1998 F150 4x4 Lariat Supercab Flareside 5.4L in Oxford White/gold, ORP, Tow Package, 3.55 Gears.

Modifications: K&N FIPK, Stepshield door sill protectors, Performance Accesories 3" body lift and Lift Lips.

See photos at http://www.communicomgroup.com/jmtruck



[This message has been edited by JMTruck (edited 08-31-2000).]

 

Hey JMTruck, I have a couple questions for you that were kind of missed. Or if you miss post I'll just e-mail you to get the instructions on it.

What brand of body lift did you use, and what was the cost of it? Also what are lift lips. From the pictures on your website, I'm not able to to see what they are. I can just imagine the problems that I guy would run into installing the lift. I never even considered the engine compartment, extending all the lines and brackets would be hell! If you could get back to me, that would be great, otherwise I'll just e-mail ya.



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1998 F-150 XLT Reg. Cab Flareside 4x4, Black, 5.4L, 3.55LS, tow package, 285/75/r16 Mud Terrain BFG's,K&N, GTS headlight covers, Alpine changer w/FM mod, Clifford alarm system w/keyless entry & starter disable // Future considerations: Bed mat, tonneau cover, 4" suspension lift.

1971 F-100 Sport Custom Reg. Cab
-390FE w/Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, 780cfm Holley, ported & polished cylinder heads,
Hydraulic Crane Cam, 10.5:1 CR, Black Jack headers, true double roller timing chain, and high volume oil pump
-C6 transmision w/B&M 2600rpm stall
-9" Ford Rearend w/4.10 Richmond Gears & 31 spline axles
-215/65/r15 Yokohama's for the front & 28"x13.5"x15" Mickey Thompson ET Street slicks for the back

 

Fordification

I received your e-mail. Just in case check yours for the info. We'll keep in touch.

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1998 F150 4x4 Lariat Supercab Flareside 5.4L in Oxford White/gold, ORP, Tow Package, 3.55 Gears.

Modifications: K&N FIPK, Stepshield door sill protectors, Performance Accesories 3" body lift and Lift Lips.

See photos at <A HREF="http://www.communicomgroup.com/jmtruck

" TARGET=_blank>www.communicomgroup.com/jmtruck

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Thanks for the e-mail reply JMTruck. It would be great if you could scan that manual and e-mail it to me, but if it's to much trouble, don't worry about it. This was one of the many things that I was thinking of getting. Thanks again.

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1998 F-150 XLT Reg. Cab Flareside 4x4, Black, 5.4L, 3.55LS, tow package, 285/75/r16 Mud Terrain BFG's,K&N, GTS headlight covers, Alpine changer w/FM mod, Clifford alarm system w/keyless entry & starter disable // Future considerations: Bed mat, tonneau cover, 4" suspension lift.

1971 F-100 Sport Custom Reg. Cab
-390FE w/Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, 780cfm Holley, ported & polished cylinder heads,
Hydraulic Crane Cam, 10.5:1 CR, Black Jack headers, true double roller timing chain, and high volume oil pump
-C6 transmision w/B&M 2600rpm stall
-9" Ford Rearend w/4.10 Richmond Gears & 31 spline axles
-215/65/r15 Yokohama's for the front & 28"x13.5"x15" Mickey Thompson ET Street slicks for the back