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Crank or New Keys?


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I'm looking to level my FX4. Is it the same thing to crank the OE torsion keys or install new ones?:icon_confused: Just being curious. I know I can fit 265/75R16 without an issue, but what could I expect to get out of leveling my Ranger?
 


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I would think 285's after leveling....you can crank the factory keys for about an inch, but will affect your ride quality...
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I'm fine with losing some ride quality, cause once she is paid off I'm giving Superlift a call...muhahaha
 

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How high are you wanting to go?? What size tire you want to run?? What do you use your rig for, weekend wheeling, DD??
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She's a daily driver, but I'm trying to take her to as many shows as possible and no one pays mind to a stock truck. I'm just looking to make it have a more agressive look for this summer. Taller tires and rims are the goal.
 

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I was refering to after she's paid off...
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Oh, ok. I was planning on doing a 4" like and run porbably a 35" tire. And maybe a body lift if I can't clear the 35's without the lift alone.
 

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I have 33 tsl on my 07 and it rubbing in the trail with 4" superlift...so you need the to double lift it for 35
 

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For the price you will have in the lift kit alone, you can SAS it and regear for the same price...better axle, bigger brakes better stability not to mention the big wow factor for going SAS
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Crank, keys are a waste of money.
 

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