How to Install a Lift Kit on your Ranger Raptor (DIY Instructions Video

25PlatTrem350 said:

Timing of this couldn't have been better not only am I getting ready to do a GOAT 2/1 kit on "Casper" my wife's 25 RR but it's the same color. She seems to think all our vehicles always have to have a name.

Curious, you mentioned having spacers for the rear but you didn't install them at the same time why not or have you by now?

After watching the OP's video and seeing how straight forward and simple the install is I'm even more irritated by the local shop I talked to that quoted me over 1600 bucks for the install and alignment. Unless the rear is considerably more difficult and I don't imagine it is $1600+ would have been a ridiculous price to charge.

Does anyone know of a video that shows the rear install procedure??

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yoopercharged said:

I didn’t install them at the time because I wanted to see what the rake looked like with just the front spacers. I haven’t installed them yet and am still unsure whether I’m going to install them.

I’m not aware of any videos for the rear. There are two bolts that hold the shock guards on, three bolts on top of the shocks, and one lower bolt. The shock is then free to come out and the installation of the spacer is the same.

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Patriot1 said:

New on this forum with much to learn about my RR that I purchased last Tuesday 8/4. it has a 2.5“ Icon front spacer lift and Pro Cal scan both dealer installed. No rear lift. Having owned it only 5 days and not much to report. So far I really like it.

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yoopercharged said:

Looks great! That color has really grown on me.

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yoopercharged said:

Hey all! I recently installed a 2” front spacer on my Raptor and struggled to find a good video of the process. Instructions are great, but videos give me way more confidence in my ability to not mess up a project. Historically speaking, I’m very good at messing up these types of projects.

I spent some good time putting this guide together, so I hope some folks find it useful. I only installed a front strut spacer, but the rear is significantly simpler and pretty straightforward. Installing perch collars or lift springs is a slightly different process, but this should still be helpful for 90% of it. I also covered the ride height recalibration process and did some before and after measurements. Enjoy!

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vivasjm said:

great video! I'm planning to install 1.5" rear strut spacers to complement the 2.5" front. Are the rear/front spacers the same in terms of shape? I'm asking because most people only sells front strut spacers and I will be buying a front 1.5" to install in the rear.

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yoopercharged said:

Thanks! I can't say with 100% confidence, but I'm almost certain the spacer diameter and bolt pattern are the same front to rear. Hopefully someone else can chime in and validate that for you.

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vivasjm said:

thanks! did you manage the rattle feeling in the steering wheel after lifting? mine do the same at low speeds in bumpy roads

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vivasjm said:

Are the rear/front spacers the same in terms of shape? I'm asking because most people only sells front strut spacers and I will be buying a front 1.5" to install in the rear.

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