lifted 1997 ranger. going higher and have a few questions..

[redneck222269]

Ok guys, 1997 2wd ranger with PA 3 inch body lift running 255/70/r16. Power(or lack there of) gets put to the ground by 2.3 and a 5 speed and the factory 7.5 rear with 3.73 gears. Truck accelerates fine with no issues with this combo. I have been looking at the rough country 4 inch suspension lift for a few weeks now and am wondering about a few things.

1. Will i need a longer driveshaft with this lift?
2. Will 33's be to much tire for this gear combo? as it sits now i can let out on the clutch slow and it will take off without a foot on the gas.
3. If gearing was a bad combo what size gear to go with?

All input is appreciated in advance. Thanks!

 

[chrwilkins30]

1. Yes
2. Yes
3. IIRC the highest they still offer for the 7.5 is 4.10's. If you have the option swapping an 8.8 will give you more better options.

 

[daniel3507]

I dont think you will need a longer drive shaft. Just a one piece.

 

[Smurf Mobile]

The driveshaft does not come into play at all with a body lift. If your ranger is a supercab and the carrier bearing is going out it may need to be replaced, but that's the only reason and it would have to be done with or without a body lift.

I've run 33's on a 4.0 with 3.08's and I've run 35's on a 3.0 with 3.73's. Neither were the best option but it's not that bad. Since you have a manual your only concern would be that the clutch might have to be replaced more often. You can always find a used axle with 4.10's in a junk yard, many times for cheaper than having them installed on your current axle.

I'd be more concerned with trying to fit 33's on the truck in general with only a 3" body lift. They may very well fit at the tire store, but on a sharp turn or if you plan on going over and bumps you'll likely end up rubbing on something.

Andrew

 

[daniel3507]

The driveshaft does not come into play at all with a body lift. If your ranger is a supercab and the carrier bearing is going out it may need to be replaced, but that's the only reason and it would have to be done with or without a body lift.

Oops. My bad. For some reason I was thinking he was talking about suspension lift.

 

[brinker88]

Oops. My bad. For some reason I was thinking he was talking about suspension lift.

He was in his first post 4" rough country to be exact

 

[killj0y]

So the rough country with 31s and 3.73s should be fine in these areas?

 

[Metallheadd]

He already has the 3" body lift and wants to add the 4" suspension to allow room for 33s. Thats what I read....

 

[killj0y]

man I've been getting all kinds of different answers about the driveshaft thing myself...can't get a straight answer lol

 

[kryptonitecb]

Needing a new driveshaft kinda depends on your application. If you don't plan on flexing your suspension all the way out you might be ok. Getting a shaft retubed only ran me $100. I would personally recommend it so that you know your ok.

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[killj0y]

Needing a new driveshaft kinda depends on your application. If you don't plan on flexing your suspension all the way out you might be ok. Getting a shaft retubed only ran me $100. I would personally recommend it so that you know your ok.

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Well with the stock sway bar I doubt I'll even be able to flex that much... I'd rather spend the money else where if possible.