Project Msfitoy V3.0

[Hack_Actual]

Kinda silly they would offer a 3.5” option and not advise that UCA are needed. ‍

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[@zzzziegler]

According to the instructions for the Pro Kit (which is poor and none specific to Ranger), they recommend using the lowest ring which would provide 3" lift or second ring providing 3.5" lift. The fourth and fifth if a no go with Eibach spring and would damage the suspension. I'm going with 3".

Interesting based off product description it said 2.0-3.0” lift.

 

[Msfitoy]

Interesting based off product description it said 2.0-3.0” lift.

I guess I'll find out after the install...

 

[Msfitoy]

Are you using their block 1" lift for the rear?

Not at this time...maybe in the future if I see a need.

Just got my first quote and WOW! $600+ for installation of the suspension kit

Looks like I may have to do this in my garage...wish me luck...

 

[Msfitoy]

Point of no return my friends...

After a long day of cursing with everything going wrong from spring compressor failing, getting another replacement, drive shafts popping out, struggling to get them back in, the deed was finally done...

 

[Msfitoy]

And behold...proper stance at last...just need to get front end aligned...all four ends from ground to fender is approximately 39"...

 

[doug910]

Love it! Just the right amount of lift. How's the ride and handling?

Also, it seems like everyone is having issues with driveshafts popping out - any tips to prevent this?

 

[BDoc]

And behold...proper stance at last...just need to get front end aligned...all four ends from ground to fender is approximately 39"...

Looks great, Sid! The perfect stance.

 

[Msfitoy]

Love it! Just the right amount of lift. How's the ride and handling?

Also, it seems like everyone is having issues with driveshafts popping out - any tips to prevent this?

Super smooth...haven’t got the matching rear eibachs on yet but thatll certainly make it even smoother

 

[Msfitoy]

Looks great, Sid! The perfect stance.

Waiting in Captain Ds fish n chip waiting on shop to complete alignment

 

[Daniel Scarbrough]

Awesome. my kit will be here Wednesday and I went with the rear blocks. I was wondering about that 3.5" height I saw in the instructions they emailed me. I'll leave mine at 3" for now once I get them mounted and watch the UCA's for wear and may replace them if the need arises. $700 for a aftermarket set can wait.

 

[Msfitoy]

Awesome. my kit will be here Wednesday and I went with the rear blocks. I was wondering about that 3.5" height I saw in the instructions they emailed me. I'll leave mine at 3" for now once I get them mounted and watch the UCA's for wear and may replace them if the need arises. $700 for a aftermarket set can wait.

 

[Msfitoy]

Alignment all set...surprisingly the major change was to toe...everything else remained same.

 

[@zzzziegler]

Point of no return my friends...

After a long day of cursing with everything going wrong from spring compressor failing, getting another replacement, drive shafts popping out, struggling to get them back in, the deed was finally done...

I notice you kept your stock springs. Any reasons why? Also did you set the strut at the 3” or 2.25” mark. Trying to decide on mine. Thanks

 

[Msfitoy]

I notice you kept your stock springs. Any reasons why? Also did you set the strut at the 3” or 2.25” mark. Trying to decide on mine. Thanks

Yes, sharp eyes I decided after deliberating for a bit that I didn't want to over extend the stock UCA's capacity and stay conservative. I mounted, according to instructions for using stock spring second ring from the top for 2.25" lift (I think it's more like 2.5" maybe more) in front and not need any additional blocks in the rear. I think I made the right choice as the stance is almost level but still has a slight rake and that will allow me to carry loads and/or tow without sagging the rear. Parked next to any stock Ranger however, the difference is striking. Even with this modest lift, I had to adjust my headlamps down considerably, several times

Warning, Eibach's grade 8 bolts (x4) for bottom of front struts are too short. They barely make contact with nyloc thread and mine started to loosen. I replaced them with slightly longer ones.

Keep in mind, this Eibach kit was always a half measure until I move onto a full blown BDS Icon full system (3x the price of Eibach) what will come later, after I've deep dived into the world of overlanding

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