Best coils for a Dana 44 swap?

[mcramer15]

I am planning on doing a dana 44 sas swap in my 93 ford ranger. I am wandering what the best coils would be for this swap. I would like around 3 in.'s of lift and some coils with good articulation. If there are some coils i could get from the junk yard or off a parts vehicle that would be best due to lack of money right now. info or suggestions on prices and what coils would be best would be much appreciated. Thanks

 

[BrooklynBay]

Welcome to this forum! I've moved your thread into the Ranger section.

 

[mcramer15]

Thanks for that!

 

[4x4junkie]

You'll likely need a lot more than 3" lift to get the diff housing on a D44 straight axle to clear your frame crossmember for the engine (usually 6" or sometimes more is needed).

Figure about 2-3" more than what's claimed for a set of early Bronco coils used under a RBV.

 

[crazyflights]

3.5 In lift early bronco coils, from either Wildhorse or Jamesduff, both very good companies with a progressive rate coil. you will likley net 6in lift with them.

 

[mcramer15]

I would like to swap in a 302 sometime. should i get an even bigger coil to compensate for the heavier engine?

 

[mcramer15]

Also what is a good way to balance out the rear so it will be the same height?