For those of you using RangerLifts

tisser07 · Friday at 6:36 PM

Who did their own install? I'm interested in their 2/1" kit for many reasons including pricing and the fact that no spring compressor is needed. Any issues with install, and has the product been holding up? Did you replace your upper control arms? Thanks.

lancerdood · Saturday at 12:04 PM

Did the install - even though RangerLifts does it without removing the lower shock nut/bolts, I highly recommend it rather than trying to muscle it out with a crow bar. I did the muscle part on one side and it took me longer than just taking the lower shock assly nut/bolt out and letting it drop down. I do highly recommend the forrangerlifts.com 2:1. Super happy with how it turned out. Be careful of the ABS sensor and the ride height sensors. I did install aftermarket crash bars that install in front and behind the front wheels as well. Also trimmed the lower inside fender area in the front to accommodate +30 Bronco Sasquatch wheels and 35" K03s.

If you watch GOAT videos out of Australia - the 2:1 strut spacers are the way to go to maintain factory shock travel, bump stop and rake. Perch collars, new larger springs, etc....are not the way to go.

You will need FORScan & OBDLink EX FORScan OBD Adapter ($69 from Amazon) to adjust the new ride height (VDM) and if you get larger tires, the tire circumference to get your speedometer to read correctly.

Ford Ranger For those of you using RangerLifts IMG_5419

tisser07 · Saturday at 12:25 PM

Thanks for the details, much appreciated. Your truck looks great. Any other photos from different angles? Did you do UCAs? Any alignment issues?

lancerdood · Saturday at 3:08 PM

Yes, you must get your front end aligned. I had to take it to the dealer (twice) to get it aligned correctly. Most typical shops don't have the updated alignment settings to do it.

No UCAs replaced. stock are fine unless you want a different color or something that stands out.

Maybe later down the road once I get a new front ADD bumper that shows more of the suspension.....but not needed.