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1983-1997
Ford Ranger 4x4 / 1984-1990 Ford Bronco II
When
choosing a suspension lift for the 1983-1997 Ford Ranger, you need to
look at more than just price. Over the years different manufacturers
have used (2) different methods for lowering the pivot bracket for the
passenger side axle beam.
The
first method is a drop plate that the factory bracket bolts to in order
to lower it. The second method is a complete replacement bracket to
lower the pivot point.
 
In
the photo on the left, you'll see a drop bracket for the passenger beam
pivot bracket. In the photo on the right, you'll see a longer
replacement passenger beam pivot bracket.
In
the photo above, you'll see where the passenger side pivot bracket was
lowered with a drop plate. The design places part of the factory bracket
close to the differential, which can damage the differential housing
under hard suspension compression.
If
you actually plan on taking your Ford Ranger, Bronco II, or Explorer
off-road, you need to keep this in mind.
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