1996 XLT LIFTs

[metalbmx800]

I am having the hardest time finding an inexpensive lift kit or way to lift my explorer. What should I do? What can I use? I always tend to find stuff for '91-'94 Explorers but nothing in my range. Please help me!!

 

[Alec]

Welcome!

Try hunting around this site, esp the suspension forum.

Ultimately: what's your budget and goal tire size?

 

[metalbmx800]

all i really want is 32" BF All-Terrains and maybe a 2" i really dont want to exceed $200 on the lift but i dont think it will get that high anyways.

 

[Alec]

2x4 or 4x4?

 

[metalbmx800]

4x4

 

[Alec]

Well with a 2" torsion bar adjustment in front and warrior shackles and/or an addaleaf in the rear you've got 2" for under $100 (+ alignment). That will for sure get you 31x10.50s, 32x11s if you're lucky. You could tack on a 2" or 3" body lift for another few hundred to fit 33s.

Or you could go with just a 3" body lift to fit the 32s, but I usually prefer a susp lift, and the 2" TT/WAR lift is cheaper and much easier.

 

[metalbmx800]

thanks a lot Alec, your a big help. I plan on becoming a member as soon as my modifications are complete.

 

[SkyJumper]

I would do a 3" body lift to do what he wants, for the money he is willing to spend. And with a little front spoiler trimming and removal of the side kick panel spoilers he should be able to fit those tires, and or at least trim them to fit.

 

[section525]

Torsion twists are 4x4-okay! You just shouldn't go over 2" if you're 4WD.

 

[SkyJumper]

Section525,
I have a 2wd, and when I look at the 4wd version all I see is coils and radious arms. I sorry if I do not see that, but am I correct on this or is there Torsion bars on a 4x4 95 and later models?

 

[Robb]

ALL '95+ Explorers use tortion bars. Coils and radius arms are only on the 91-94s.

 

[SkyJumper]

Well I apologize for the my ignorance, I thought that only 2wd had the Torsion bars. And I still can not find the bars on a 4wd. I have looked in the chiltons and Haynes and still can not find it, but You guys are the regulars, not me. Thanks for the education.