Roadbully Lift Problem Solving

xplorerguru · 08-07-2009, 02:49 PM

Here are changes that people brought up and were used before to fix problems, just some background history of the spacer desgin:

1. Remember when they were painted, it took longer so he powdercoats everyting now eliminating all the time needed to paint and dry between coats.

2. Thanks to the frist costumer noticng that the 3inch lift on the back made the axle rub, Ben changed the size to 2.5 max in rear

3. Remember when it was a pain to install cause it was hard to line the holes up for the bolts, well he now welds bolts in place.

4. Ben used to include regular bolts but because of disscussion he uses grade 8's now.

5. After noticing the 3inch spacer might be a little too much, the size was limited to a max of 2.5

6. The newest change is the he includes very detailed instructions

NO PERSONAL ATTACKS

OK lets start the solving, I believe that the 4wd's are heavier and in the end run have a different spring wieght and can run a bigger lift. And a 2wd has a different spring wieght and lighter than the 4x4 version.

So here is my solution/opinion, please chime in!

4wd limit size to 2.5

2wd limit size to 2inches

Lets Begin!!!

xplorerguru · 08-07-2009, 02:52 PM

Another one of my ideas is to have a swaybar link that matches the lift. What i mean is if your adding a 2inch spacer than have a sway bar link 2 inches longer. Maybe we can find a way to do this and have ben include it in his kit. Off course the prrice would go up

It only makes sense to me to have this done

**Turdle** · 08-07-2009, 03:09 PM

This too

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=251119

Keep in mind, part of fixing problems involves bashing. The bashing identifies the need--understand?

You must first identify a problem, then collect data to support it. The next step is to identify possible solutions. As long as we don't take this as a personal attack,ever, we can work together for a solution. I am confident the issues can be resolved.

Also remember, while brainstorming there is no such thing as a "stupid" suggestion. Sometimes the stupidest suggestion , will be built on to result in the best solution.

usmc7980 · 08-09-2009, 09:56 PM

So I have 2.5 front and 2" rear on the way for my 2wd, what issues will I run into?

*Rofocowboy84* · 08-09-2009, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by usmc7980

So I have 2.5 front and 2" rear on the way for my 2wd, what issues will I run into?

There are multiple other threads that discuss potential issues. I believe the OP wants this thread to be used to brainstorm solutions, not answer questions that have already been answered.

xplorerguru · 08-10-2009, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rofocowboy84

There are multiple other threads that discuss potential issues. I believe the OP wants this thread to be used to brainstorm solutions, not answer questions that have already been answered.

Thanks for stating that, this post is for "problem solving" but answering your question. Ride is stiffer and possible premature ball joint wear. Also be sure to get a wheel alignment.

macknos94 · 08-10-2009, 07:01 PM

i think the only way to fix the issue is new upper arms or make a bracket the moves the stock upper arm down on the frame. my second idea i don't really like but i figured iwould throw it out there for other ppl to add or modify it

08-07-2009, 02:49 PM	#1
xplorerguru Wannabe Elite Explorer Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 425 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Roadbully Lift Problem Solving Here are changes that people brought up and were used before to fix problems, just some background history of the spacer desgin: 1. Remember when they were painted, it took longer so he powdercoats everyting now eliminating all the time needed to paint and dry between coats. 2. Thanks to the frist costumer noticng that the 3inch lift on the back made the axle rub, Ben changed the size to 2.5 max in rear 3. Remember when it was a pain to install cause it was hard to line the holes up for the bolts, well he now welds bolts in place. 4. Ben used to include regular bolts but because of disscussion he uses grade 8's now. 5. After noticing the 3inch spacer might be a little too much, the size was limited to a max of 2.5 6. The newest change is the he includes very detailed instructions NO PERSONAL ATTACKS OK lets start the solving, I believe that the 4wd's are heavier and in the end run have a different spring wieght and can run a bigger lift. And a 2wd has a different spring wieght and lighter than the 4x4 version. So here is my solution/opinion, please chime in! 4wd limit size to 2.5 2wd limit size to 2inches Lets Begin!!! Last edited by xplorerguru; 08-07-2009 at 03:24 PM.

08-07-2009, 03:09 PM	#3
Turdle Old and in the way Humboldt, Kansas 2000 Mounty Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 23,745 Vehicle Specs	This too http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=251119 Keep in mind, part of fixing problems involves bashing. The bashing identifies the need--understand? You must first identify a problem, then collect data to support it. The next step is to identify possible solutions. As long as we don't take this as a personal attack,ever, we can work together for a solution. I am confident the issues can be resolved. Also remember, while brainstorming there is no such thing as a "stupid" suggestion. Sometimes the stupidest suggestion , will be built on to result in the best solution. __________________ Jon 2000 Mountaineer Turdle-gone Vitamin D Wagon Sold also Last edited by Turdle; 08-07-2009 at 03:25 PM.

08-07-2009, 02:52 PM	#2
xplorerguru Wannabe Elite Explorer Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 425 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Another one of my ideas is to have a swaybar link that matches the lift. What i mean is if your adding a 2inch spacer than have a sway bar link 2 inches longer. Maybe we can find a way to do this and have ben include it in his kit. Off course the prrice would go up It only makes sense to me to have this done

08-09-2009, 09:56 PM	#4
usmc7980 Wannabe Elite Explorer FL 2002 XLT Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 93 Vehicle Specs	So I have 2.5 front and 2" rear on the way for my 2wd, what issues will I run into?

08-10-2009, 07:01 PM	#7
macknos94 Wannabe Elite Explorer Harrisburg, pa 2003 mountaineer premier Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,480 Vehicle Specs	i think the only way to fix the issue is new upper arms or make a bracket the moves the stock upper arm down on the frame. my second idea i don't really like but i figured iwould throw it out there for other ppl to add or modify it