So, I mentioned back on the 22nd that I was going to be making some changes and would update after they were done.
Looking at all available options and weighing out the costs and labor involved, I decided on a solid axle swap front and back...sort of.
Before:
After:
Yes, I have traded in the Ex on a Jeep. It was not an easy decision, but based on what I wanted to do with my truck I think it was the right decision for me at this point.
BTF arms and spacers are approx $700, allow 33" tires and severly limit already limited wheel travel. The Jeep...well lets just say the options are almost endless, but you can run 35's with as little as 2" spacer set. I'm looking at a 2.5" Pro Comp coil/shock package (which is only about $400).
Here is what my new toy will look like next spring (34's with 2.5" lift)
So, as far as my 'Stormy' registry, this pretty much concludes it. But my wife still has her 03 XLT which isn't going anywhere, and I still want to keep up to date with what you guys are doing with your Ex's so I'm sticking around. And I plan on renewing my Elite membership as well as this is such a fantastic community. So Ronin, The Electrician, Lynchywa, SUL73NAZ, and others who are building the 3rd a 4th GEN, keep up the AWESOME work and I really look forward to seeing your progress.