how would i go about putting the leaf springs on top of the axle???

['98Xploder]

im lookin to find cheap ways to lift my '98, iv already done the tt and shakles and its not quite where i want it, im lookin to put the leaf springs on top of the axle but i dont know how to go about it. also if i get new torsion keys is there anything i can do to not put so much wear and tear on the cv joint???? if u guys can help me out with any ideas id greatly appreciate it

 

[BSlusser]

Do a search. I'm almost positive all this information can be found in the first few threads that have been sticky'd in this board.

 

[biggmike1012003]

i did after market torsion keys and lifted the from about 2.5in in the front and did a spring over and custom shackles cause otherwise the back will sit way higher. i have maybe a quarter inch between leaf spring and frame in the back. as far as being worried about stress either leave it stock or solid axle swap

 

[Maniak]

I think the thread is called something like $32 soa or $32 spring over conversion.

~Mark

edit: found it: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46268&highlight=$32

 

[rhauf]

be warned though. SOA will lift it about 6 inches, so if the front is just a TT it's gonna look a bit silly.

SOA will also increase axle wrap if you care.. so a traction bar might be a good consideration.