What to do to make my 1997 explorer ride 33s?

[FullBlownModz]

Whats up guys! I just got a 1997 explorer EB 4x4 with the IFS up front. I have some brand new 33s that i want to put on it. I already know that the most common way is the TT, shackles, AAL, and a 3 inch body but i have a few questions.

1) What is the best way to lift it? My budget is about $600 and i want to be able to ride my 33s with some flex room. I dont want to have to do any fender trimming because I like my Eddie Bauer fender flairs. I dont have enough money for a SAS unfortunately.

2) I dont really want my CV axles going out really fast so i was wondering if i could do the body, shackles and maybe new shocks instead of the TT? Or should I do the TT?

3) If I do the TT, is it better to get 2 inch torsion keys or just crank it up 2 inches (or another amount)? Do i need a special screw to allow for the full 2 inches?

Thanks in advance!

 

[corkey]

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=238214

 

[FullBlownModz]

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=238214

I have seen that thread before. I was wondering if I could fit 33s without trimming because some members said they trimmed.

 

[FullBlownModz]

If I do the shackles and aal won't I be sitting about an inch higher in the rear?

 

[MidnightRebel07]

You can't run 33's on an Explorer without trimming. Maybe with 33x10.50 or 9.50's but I kinda doubt even then.

 

[rickybobby]

33x10.50 can fit without trimming but everybody has different results. a very few members have fit 33x12.50 without trimming

 

[FullBlownModz]

33x10.50 can fit without trimming but everybody has different results. a very few members have fit 33x12.50 without trimming

Would I just need to trim the wheel wells or the fenders?

 

[FullBlownModz]

I'm gonna see if some wheel spacers might help me clear the 12.50s

 

[2TimingTom]

Just because the tire says it's 33/12.5/15 doesn't mean it's the same size as another 33/12.5. Sorta like shoe and pant sizes.

What brand/type of tire is it?

 

[FullBlownModz]

Just because the tire says it's 33/12.5/15 doesn't mean it's the same size as another 33/12.5. Sorta like shoe and pant sizes.

What brand/type of tire is it?

Its a wild spirit radial rvt 33/12.50/r15 on a 15x10 rim. Pretty much an off brand mud tire.

 

[FullBlownModz]

Should I get 1.25" or the 1.5" spacers for $20 more?

 

[boominXplorer]

Wheel spacers and / or a wide offset wheel is going to make the tires rub worse.

 

[FullBlownModz]

I have a negative 40mm offset on 10inch wide rims. What do you think?

 

[Trey7767]

15 by 10 can work dont do spacers you will have so save some money first though 600 wont do it... you need 4 inches minimum and then no trimming.... lift on an explorer isnt normal the front comes from the a arm and the rear either an axel flip or add a leaf you can check out summit racings lift kit and i believe there is one or two more out there the kit would be 1500 but you will need a new driveshaft to allow the bigger lift or a slip yoke eliminator but i have no idea who makes that but there are better drive shafts for lift for the explorer

 

[Trey7767]

super lift is the kit