Tires/lifting

[tjs4x4]

Ok thanks. Is there a write up on all this stuff in the tech library? I dont have access to a computer im using my phone right now to access the internet.

 

[CountryBoy78]

You can find most info on this site but you can also go to explorerforum.com and find alot more for the explorer.

 

[tjs4x4]

Oh yeah im already there. Thanks tho lol. I just wanted a couple different sites that i could gain info on.

 

[gribly]

Just today I got a set of 31x10.50R15 Runway A/T's and they fit good. Uninflated I measured them to about 30 1/8" so I decided to go for it. I've got no lift on my Navajo, and they only rub at full lock if I hit something. I am still going to trim my inner fenders and the back of my bumper a smidgen, and possibly throw in the skyjacker 2" lift coils when I get new shocks, we'll see how it does when I beat on it. They really look like they belong there, but the old 235x75r15 Michelins looked kinda wrong on it.

 

[tjs4x4]

Yeah i know what u mean. I have the stock size tires on my ex and they look tiny lol!! I cant wait to get my suspension lifted and get new tires.

 

[gribly]

I took pictures last night of my 31x1050R15's for you. I think these would be good on a 4-door with a small lift, but where my springs aren't sagging they fit good.

 

[tjs4x4]

Nice tires. I would like to get some bigger tires tho. With a 2" lift should i get 33's?

 

[BLOODBANE]

Heres my 94 with only 4" suspension lift and 32" Swampers

not too much rubbing(only when I really stuffed the tires on it).
Same rig with 7" of lift and 35's

I wheel the heck out of this thing, on some fairly challenging trails, and havent had any issues with it being "too high". Best thing to do is get your lift, and then re-learn you and your rigs capabilities. If I were you though I would just go with a 4" suspension lift and be done with it. Coil spacers and add a leaves are O.K. for mild(2" and under) lifts, but for 32's I would go 4.

 

[tjs4x4]

Im not wanting a huge lift. I think 2" will b enough. Im not a diehard offroader. What would i really need a 4" lift for? Its also probably alot more work too.

 

[mhughes165]

Im not wanting a huge lift. I think 2" will b enough. Im not a diehard offroader. What would i really need a 4" lift for? Its also probably alot more work too.

because they would rub. and it really isnt all that much work, takes a couple hours in the driveway if ur mechanically inclined

 

[tjs4x4]

Ok so what parts do i need to lift 4"? The coil spacers/shackles only go 2". is there an inexpensive way to lift that high like i would use for the 2" lift?

 

[4.0B2]

Any more than 2 inches you need drop brackets for the axles. Without the drop brackets it won't align properly. Another thing I've noticed is with 4 inches of lift the steering gets weird. You need the extreme drop pitman arm or a stonecrusher steering system.

If going 4 inches id buy a kit. There's a guy in Memphis trying to sell a used kit pretty cheap but shipping would kill you I'm sure

 

[4.0B2]

Unless.. You can piece one together. There's drop brackets and coils from a 6 inch skyjacker I believe on here in the parts for sale for $280. But that's only a start of the list

 

[tjs4x4]

Yeah see thats more than i want to put into it. I can do the 2" suspension lift with a body lift and b fine with it. On an explorer, how will i lift the body?

 

[4.0B2]

It easy. Just spacers that go between the body and the frame. Just buy a good kit. The instuctions usually suck tho... You'll have to pull up carpet to get to the body bolts. It's a good time to take out the full interior and clean it all. And fix any rust or issues with floor pan.