What size lift needed for 4x4 ??

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Old 06-21-2011, 10:30 PM
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What size lift needed for 4x4 ??

Going to be adding some wheels and a lift soon but not sure as to what size lift kit I would need. The truck is a 4X4 and the tires are going to be 20x10x 35's

Being that the truck is already lifted from factory, do I need a smaller lift than if I had a 2wd ?
 
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Old 06-21-2011, 10:47 PM
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Id do a 6" and be done with it. Just have to decide if you want coil overs or spacers
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 12:11 PM
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Just curious. Why do you think your truck is "lifted from the factory"?
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by wandell
Just curious. Why do you think your truck is "lifted from the factory"?
I was wondering the same thing
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 12:15 PM
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It being a 4x4. Doesn't it sit a bit higher than the 2wd??
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by MedicF150
It being a 4x4. Doesn't it sit a bit higher than the 2wd??

A little, but not enough to fit 35's and 20x10 wheels.
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 05:30 PM
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Exactly why I was thinking of a lift kit. I guess what I'm trying to get at is would I need a 6 or a 4 to get the clearance and look needed for that rim/tire size.
 

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Old 06-22-2011, 06:55 PM
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i'd go with a 6" lift and be done with it. you can fit 35's with stock wheels with a leveling kit. some aftermarket wheels will allow you to fit 35's as well, they need to be similar to stock wheel specs.
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 07:05 PM
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6" and you will be happy
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 07:15 PM
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Just go ahead and get a 6". You'll wish you had if you don't.
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 11:01 PM
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What are the different popular kits available? I guess I'm looking for something good but I don't need a kit for the Baja 500.
 
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Old 06-22-2011, 11:20 PM
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each person is going to have their own preference, but IMO id go with a fabtech or a rize.. good luck deciding
 
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Old 06-23-2011, 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by 09fl_fx4
each person is going to have their own preference, but IMO id go with a fabtech or a rize.. good luck deciding
What about Bds, pro comp, rcx and rancho?
 
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Old 06-23-2011, 02:20 PM
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Where do these kits fall as far as pricing and quality? One vs another
 
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Old 06-23-2011, 06:57 PM
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BDS in my opinion for quality hands down and if somethings breaks they replace it no questions asked. i paid $2100 installed for my 6" back in 2007 from a local shop.

most basic kits can be had for around $1100-$1500 depending how patient you are. i've found that at most shops it's cheaper if you are having a them install it to get the lift through them.
 



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