How to: 1.5" body lift for less than $50

*Kazer* · 11-27-2011, 04:34 PM

Kyle, i had a squeaking noise in the back before i did my body lift and it was gone after the lift, turned out that my back body mounts must have been loose.

also, check your rear wheel bearings, could just be a coincidence?

donalds1728 · 12-06-2011, 09:40 PM

my wife has a 05 explorer eb and i have a 04 explorer xlt. we both want lifts.i am having 2657516 installed tomorrow and her's is getting 2657017 thursday.my questions on the 1.5 in bL is the rear ac lines going to flex that much or am i going to have to modify them? i think all my other questions have been answered but i concerned with these line since they are so expensive.

ExplorerKing01 · 12-06-2011, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by donalds1728

my wife has a 05 explorer eb and i have a 04 explorer xlt. we both want lifts.i am having 2657516 installed tomorrow and her's is getting 2657017 thursday.my questions on the 1.5 in bL is the rear ac lines going to flex that much or am i going to have to modify them? i think all my other questions have been answered but i concerned with these line since they are so expensive.

your ac lines should be fine i didnt have to modify mine

MGG · 12-06-2011, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by donalds1728

my wife has a 05 explorer eb and i have a 04 explorer xlt. we both want lifts.i am having 2657516 installed tomorrow and her's is getting 2657017 thursday.my questions on the 1.5 in bL is the rear ac lines going to flex that much or am i going to have to modify them? i think all my other questions have been answered but i concerned with these line since they are so expensive.

I noticed this right away after doing the 1.5 lift. The ac lines that stretched on mine were in the front. They appear to be moved just a tad. They are forced to move with the lift and are actually pushed a bit tight on something in the engine bay. I've looked at it a few times now and it doesn't appear to be damaged in any way.

I will try to get some pics. I still need to do an after lift pic as well.

*HiImBrian* · 12-07-2011, 01:22 AM

After my 3" body lift my A/C and brake lines were fine. Only my 12v to my alternator was too short. Definitely remember to disconnect your battery.....

MGG · 12-07-2011, 11:15 AM

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MGG · 12-07-2011, 11:23 AM

This is the only thing that stretched. Not sure what it is really.

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Chinacat70 · 12-15-2011, 11:35 AM

Hi, I was getting ready to print and start this project...followed the links on the "stickied" post on 1st page and it is blank. Anyone know where I can find the original posts with the step by step instructions?

Thanks!

*Ronin8002* · 12-15-2011, 11:54 AM

EDIT:

Try here:

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...219234&page=18

Stick4503 · 01-10-2012, 09:05 PM

How well would this lift work on a 1996 explorer. Will the stock sized shocks still work. Also what about that little shock on the passenger side from the frame to body? What is that shock called anyways, i tried to get a replacement from the parts store and they looked at me like I was crazy asking about the 5th shock.

*HiImBrian* · 01-10-2012, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Stick4503

How well would this lift work on a 1996 explorer. Will the stock sized shocks still work. Also what about that little shock on the passenger side from the frame to body? What is that shock called anyways, i tried to get a replacement from the parts store and they looked at me like I was crazy asking about the 5th shock.

Hey man welcome! This forum is broken into different generations for our X's. You'd probably have better luck looking in the 1995-2001 modified forum. Try here: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=240957

Stick4503 · 01-10-2012, 10:03 PM

Thanks. I did look around in that area but could only find high priced store bought lifts.

*HiImBrian* · 01-10-2012, 10:32 PM

Yes, the PA883 IS more expensive at around $200... I just look at it as 2 1/2 tanks of gas and then it's only pocket change....

xplorerguru · 03-31-2012, 11:32 PM

Well im going to bite the bullet finally, I had a 3 inch spacer installed at one point then removed it... Then I re-installed it without removing steering by mistake and messed something up. Went to stock and its been fine for a year... Just ordered 1 inch blocks and bolts so we will see If I get the steering squeaks again...

DanielJ · 04-10-2012, 12:27 PM

If i was to do a straight 2 inch lift would i be able to do it with these same parts? Without having to extend the steering and what not?

*Ronin8002* · 04-10-2012, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by DanielJ

If i was to do a straight 2 inch lift would i be able to do it with these same parts? Without having to extend the steering and what not?

you might have trouble re-using the stock bolts in the locations where they are specified in the write up.

front/rear bumper to bumper cover clearance might be a bit more of an issue.

Not sure on the steering shaft.

DanielJ · 04-10-2012, 11:40 PM

Hmm looks like ill just be doing the 1.5 lift then. I bought all the bolts specified in this write up just got in inch blocks. Ill return them for the 1.5 inch. Thanks though!

arrowslinger · 04-22-2012, 07:49 PM

Hey guys--New to the forum and coming up with great ideas for my newly acquired 05 Mountaineer. Just want to know if this 1.5" BL will work for sure on it or if anyones ever done it on a 05 Mounty. Thanks for any replies and great looking rigs.

Triton8273 · 04-22-2012, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by arrowslinger

Hey guys--New to the forum and coming up with great ideas for my newly acquired 05 Mountaineer. Just want to know if this 1.5" BL will work for sure on it or if anyones ever done it on a 05 Mounty. Thanks for any replies and great looking rigs.

There's no difference between an Explorer and a Mountaineer, your all set.

arrowslinger · 04-22-2012, 10:17 PM

Thanks-Submitted order for the blocks. Will swing to hardware store tomorrow to see if they have bolts. Thanks

11-27-2011, 04:34 PM	#221
Kazer Elite Explorer Saginaw, MI 2002 4.0 FX4 Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,658 Vehicle Specs	Kyle, i had a squeaking noise in the back before i did my body lift and it was gone after the lift, turned out that my back body mounts must have been loose. also, check your rear wheel bearings, could just be a coincidence? __________________ -Steve- Mustang GT's 17x8 +24 Offset, 245/65r17 Hankook Dynapro ATM RF10 BTF 2.25" front, 1.75" rear, 1.5" bodylift, Spartan Locker The Mounds 2002-2005 Explorer Facebook Page

12-07-2011, 01:22 AM	#225
HiImBrian I'm the Doctor. St. Petersburg, Florida 2003 Explorer Eddie Bauer Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 1,209 Vehicle Specs	After my 3" body lift my A/C and brake lines were fine. Only my 12v to my alternator was too short. Definitely remember to disconnect your battery..... __________________ 2003 Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6L V8 MMR Stage 2 Heads - Ported Bullitt Intake - BanksPower TransCommand - CodeAlarm Remote Start - Hunter Brushguard - Custom Roof Basket - 3rd Cat Cutout - Straightpiped/Magnaflow Catback - 3" Body Lift - 2.25/1.75 BTF Spacers - F-150 Towhooks - 2" Wheel Spacers - HID's - 265/70/17's - EGR & PCV System Delete - AND MORE! My Registry: HiImBrian's Beachcomber

12-07-2011, 11:15 AM	#226
MGG Wannabe Elite Explorer The Mitten 2002 XLS, 4.0, 2WD Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 133 Vehicle Specs	BEFORE: Uploaded with ImageShack.us AFTER: Uploaded with ImageShack.us __________________ Current: 1.5 body lift, 2.0 front 1.5 rear BTF spacers, Strutteks, Soft 8's with 245/75/16 Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac Wish list: Bull bar, custom bumpers, tow hooks, driving lights, roof rack, roof lights, 4th gen heated/lighted mirrors, 4th gen tail lights, custom skid plates, HID and LED lighting, 3rd row and leather addition

12-07-2011, 11:23 AM	#227
MGG Wannabe Elite Explorer The Mitten 2002 XLS, 4.0, 2WD Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 133 Vehicle Specs	This is the only thing that stretched. Not sure what it is really. Uploaded with ImageShack.us __________________ Current: 1.5 body lift, 2.0 front 1.5 rear BTF spacers, Strutteks, Soft 8's with 245/75/16 Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac Wish list: Bull bar, custom bumpers, tow hooks, driving lights, roof rack, roof lights, 4th gen heated/lighted mirrors, 4th gen tail lights, custom skid plates, HID and LED lighting, 3rd row and leather addition

12-15-2011, 11:35 AM	#228
Chinacat70 Wannabe Elite Explorer Blue Springs, MO 2002 XLT Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 6 Vehicle Specs	Link to "step by step" Hi, I was getting ready to print and start this project...followed the links on the "stickied" post on 1st page and it is blank. Anyone know where I can find the original posts with the step by step instructions? Thanks!

12-06-2011, 09:40 PM	#222
donalds1728 Wannabe Elite Explorer commerce ga 2004 and 2005 explorers Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs	my wife has a 05 explorer eb and i have a 04 explorer xlt. we both want lifts.i am having 2657516 installed tomorrow and her's is getting 2657017 thursday.my questions on the 1.5 in bL is the rear ac lines going to flex that much or am i going to have to modify them? i think all my other questions have been answered but i concerned with these line since they are so expensive.

12-15-2011, 11:54 AM	#229
Ronin8002 Elite Explorer Virginia 2008 XLT Ironman Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 3,895 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	EDIT: Try here: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...219234&page=18 __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 Mickey Thompson Baja STZ on 17x8 Black Rock Viper 900B wheels, Bentley style grille, Raptor style LED grille lights, Pacer performance clearance lights, 30" 180W LED light bar behind grille, BTF upper control arms, Fox 2.0 5" travel emulsion coilover shocks in front/rear Truxx spacers, 1" body lift, front skidplate under radiator, recovery shackle mounts My Rig:http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...47#post3004247

01-10-2012, 09:05 PM	#230
Stick4503 Wannabe Elite Explorer Winder, Georgia 1996 & 1998 Explorer 4x4 Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 63 Vehicle Specs	How well would this lift work on a 1996 explorer. Will the stock sized shocks still work. Also what about that little shock on the passenger side from the frame to body? What is that shock called anyways, i tried to get a replacement from the parts store and they looked at me like I was crazy asking about the 5th shock.

01-10-2012, 10:03 PM	#232
Stick4503 Wannabe Elite Explorer Winder, Georgia 1996 & 1998 Explorer 4x4 Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 63 Vehicle Specs	Thanks. I did look around in that area but could only find high priced store bought lifts.

01-10-2012, 10:32 PM	#233
HiImBrian I'm the Doctor. St. Petersburg, Florida 2003 Explorer Eddie Bauer Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 1,209 Vehicle Specs	Yes, the PA883 IS more expensive at around $200... I just look at it as 2 1/2 tanks of gas and then it's only pocket change.... __________________ 2003 Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6L V8 MMR Stage 2 Heads - Ported Bullitt Intake - BanksPower TransCommand - CodeAlarm Remote Start - Hunter Brushguard - Custom Roof Basket - 3rd Cat Cutout - Straightpiped/Magnaflow Catback - 3" Body Lift - 2.25/1.75 BTF Spacers - F-150 Towhooks - 2" Wheel Spacers - HID's - 265/70/17's - EGR & PCV System Delete - AND MORE! My Registry: HiImBrian's Beachcomber

03-31-2012, 11:32 PM	#234
xplorerguru Wannabe Elite Explorer Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 423 Vehicle Specs	Well im going to bite the bullet finally, I had a 3 inch spacer installed at one point then removed it... Then I re-installed it without removing steering by mistake and messed something up. Went to stock and its been fine for a year... Just ordered 1 inch blocks and bolts so we will see If I get the steering squeaks again...

04-10-2012, 12:27 PM	#235
DanielJ Wannabe Elite Explorer Arkansas. 2005 ford explorer V6. Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 212 Vehicle Specs	If i was to do a straight 2 inch lift would i be able to do it with these same parts? Without having to extend the steering and what not?

04-10-2012, 11:40 PM	#237
DanielJ Wannabe Elite Explorer Arkansas. 2005 ford explorer V6. Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 212 Vehicle Specs	Hmm looks like ill just be doing the 1.5 lift then. I bought all the bolts specified in this write up just got in inch blocks. Ill return them for the 1.5 inch. Thanks though!

04-22-2012, 07:49 PM	#238
arrowslinger Wannabe Elite Explorer Baker, MT 05 Mountaineer Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	Hey guys--New to the forum and coming up with great ideas for my newly acquired 05 Mountaineer. Just want to know if this 1.5" BL will work for sure on it or if anyones ever done it on a 05 Mounty. Thanks for any replies and great looking rigs.

04-22-2012, 10:17 PM	#240
arrowslinger Wannabe Elite Explorer Baker, MT 05 Mountaineer Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	Thanks-Submitted order for the blocks. Will swing to hardware store tomorrow to see if they have bolts. Thanks