Okay, this sounds juvenile but im trying to persuade my parents that lifting my truck is not too unsafe. I know that it raises the center of gravity, but I don't think it is incredibly significant. Can anybody think of any points to support my case?
Thanks




2004 4x4 F150 Lariat Supercab
2.5" Daystar Leveling Kit
Custom Flowmaster Dual Exhaust
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If you were to crash, it would have to be with a big a** truck in order for you to get hurt. At least that's always the way I've thought of it. Plus, big trucks usually aren't seen around the town smashin around corners racin every honda civic that comes across them. Typically you're at slow enough speeds that you won't topple over and burst into flames.

 

say that it increases suspension performance and handling

 

x2 and just be safe driving down spin the back end around corners and stupid crap like that!

 

Personally, I think the increased safety of a larger vehicle offsets the slightly increased chance of rollover by a large margin.

 

Downsides - Higher center of gravity (Rollovers are more common than most of you all think), decreased visibility of vehicles in your immediate vicinity, and braking if you don't upgrade.

Upsides - Vehicles generally think twice about cutting in front of you or driving reckless around you. You will have a higher visual horizon, which will allow you to see hazards in a more timely fashion. I also agree with the other poster who stated you will not always be on the gas showing off. You might step on it to hear the exhaust, but you most likely won't be racing people in the streets. Also, if you are unfortunate enough to get into a traffic collision, you will most likely fair better than the other vehicles involved.

 

higher center of gravity is offset by a wider track do to wider tires. i feel more stable in a lifted truck then a unlifted truck. if you go up 8" your also going like 4-8" wider, another thing to think about with a lifted truck you also have heavy wheels and tires sometimes 100+ pounds on each corner holding it to the ground.

then with improved shocks and suspension components i havent heard of a rollover due to a lift in a long time. yes there is rollover accidents and im sure in some there is lifted vehicles but honestly how many of those would have stayed upright if it was stock? probably not that many. IMHO i think its harder to roll a vehicle on the street unless you are being completely stupid. i once had to avoid a fridge that flipped out of the bed of a truck in front of me on the interstate and i have my Ranger on 36's sideways and it didnt flip i corrected it and drove on!

 

Has anyone with a lift kit gotten in collision tell you the truth never heard of one with a lifted truck, if so any pics?

 

I got side swiped in my ranger by a chevy 2500 not much damage, dont have pics, i didnt want to see it and remind me of it, that was my baby.

 

i'v known guys to roll trucks while offroading due to being idiots with giant lifts but as long as you use your brain you will be fine.

and lifting your truck does not make it more stable yea it makes it a bit wider but its not going to make it more stable then a stock vehicle.

lifting a truck will not make it so unsafe its an big issue. you will need to take turns a little slower, learn to drive with all the small cars around, and make sure you dont fall getting in an out. its alot better then them getting you a 300hp muscle car and then getting you a blower. its safer for you to be riding high and having the upper hand in a front end collision then going 150mph down the free way


aufan, how do you like mayretter (redneck marietta)? i went to lassiter for a few years before moving to maryland. georgia is one of my favorite places in the states

 

Some idiot slammed in the back of me totaling her car. Minor scratch on my bumper. So yes a lifted vehicle is going to be safer. But it really depends on the driver. I have a friend that rolled his f250 with an 8 inch on 39's 3 times, so it is possible. And he still crawled out with out a scratch. Says somethin!

 

tell your parents you need the lift get out and around in the fields at that cow college you seem to like....damn auburn fans

 

the real thing they should worry about with rollovers is a short wheel base

 

you preach the truth brother man.... GO GATORS

 

Not true, but that is no big surprise coming from you. Ground clearance and width are the main factors aside from road conditions and driver error.