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Old 09-20-2009, 10:26 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Need help on lifting 2WD

OK. I have a 08 F250 2WD. It is time to get new wheels and tires. I what to put on 18" wheels with some tires that I do not know what size yet. I want a little bigger tire with a lower profile look. I also want to, or think I need to lift the truck just a bit. I really just want a subtle look. I was trying to search the galleries to find the exact look I was looking for.

Any suggestions on lift's or what I should do? Also how about tire brand and size. I do not want to compromise ride quality. While it is a daily driver we tow a 32" toy hauler in the soft dirt. I don't want to mess that up with driveability either.
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Old 09-25-2009, 08:29 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Just do a leveling kit and you should be fine. Not sure what all is available for the 2wd trucks but I am sure a google search or search on here might reward you.
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There's almost nothing available for 2WD F250's. The only thing out there that I can think of right now is a 6 inch kit from Fabtech. Every leveling kit I've seen out there specifically states it's for 4WD. So I guess we're stuck.
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The largest lift I have been able to install (while still being able to bring the alignment with-in spec.) on a 99 – on Superduty or Excursion 4X2 with stock radius arms and or stock A arms is 3”. By using a 2.25” spacer under the front coils it will yield 3” of lift at the front tow hooks. Any time I use 2.25’ spacers under the coils, I have to use the 0 – 4 degree fully adjustable wheel alignment bushings from Stempf Automotive. The part number is HXR-94 and the last set I purchased (4-6 weeks ago) cost 19.26 ea. The total cost for the bushings and the shipping to my door was under $50.00. You can install the bushings your self to save some money and then bring your truck to your favorite alignment shop. Make sure that you completely REMOVE the pinch bolt before you try to remove the stock non-adjustable bushing. The bolt goes through the stock bushing and I have seen many people break-off a piece of the top flange trying to pry the stock bushing out with out removing the bolt.

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