simple question.

[xkotyx]

got everything ready for my sas. i was just wondering, if i kept my new coil buckets at the stock height for the ranger, how much lift would i get from my early bronco 5.5" coils?

 

[ThatGuy]

I didn't measure so I cant give an exact figure but I would guesstimate 8". It's enough that I can stuff my 36s with only minor fender trimming on the backside of the front fender.

What size tires you gonna run?

 

[ThatGuy]

Guess that would also depend on which buckets you're gonna run cuz they are different heights.

 

[xkotyx]

i had been looking through your thread, just wasnt sure about the height of your buckets. im using f150 buckets but keeping them at the stock ranger height probably.
i may have a good lead on 38.5s which ill run until they wear out then ill step to 36s like youre running

 

[xkotyx]

and also since yours will be similar to mine, what did you do about your front driveshaft being too short? did you lengthen it, buy a new one to specs, or find a stock from another vehicle?

 

[ThatGuy]

The JD buckets are 7.5" from frame to where the coil sits.

I'd start small and work your way up in tire size. You'll have to cut quite a bit to fit the 38s then if you go down to 36s it won't look right. Not to mention the 44 will need shafts & joints to run them.

The front shaft will need to be shortened by about 2" but will bolt up using the same u-joint. If you're putting a 9" in the rear you will need to lengthen the shaft about 3" and use a 1310/1330 conversion joint.

 

[xkotyx]

alright thanks man! straightforward answers, i like that haha

 

[Foxracin]

Just a fyi on my swap with the Duff parts the stock font driveshaft fit fine. Didnt have to get it shortened. Did have to lengthen the rear though.

 

[xkotyx]

alright thanks guys. looks like this wont be able to be a weekend swap like i had planned. or how much is the driveshaft on an ext cab ranger do you know? ive got a reg cab and standard bed.