lift kit for a 97 X

[pureplayer0210]

anyone know where i can buy a 2-3 inch body or suspension lift kit for a 97 2WD explorer?

 

[Alec]

What tires do you want to run? Tell us that and we'll recommend what lift to do

BTW, Welcome!

 

[pureplayer0210]

id like to put 31-33 inch bf goodrich much terrains or their all terrain tire

 

[Alec]

For 31s I recommend a 1.5-2" torsion twist in front and warrior shackles in the rear.

For 33s I recommend TT + 3" lift spindles in the front and SOA (spring over axle) in the rear.

If you look around on this site, look in the useful threads forum, use the search engine, etc; you should find all the information you need on my suggestions.

 

[explorer4x493]

Hey Alec, where can i find those spindles? I've been searching for a second gen. James Duff kit but can't find where they even sell them.

 

[Alec]

I don't think there's a second gen JD kit.

The spindles are available through 4 wheel parts and some other online stores.

 

[explorer4x493]

Ya i was at 4wheelparts today and ordered some shackles. I also asked him about spindles and he showed me some from Pro Comp. But a few of my buddies have had their PC stuff sag and sorts of things. It left me kinda skeptical.

But on the other hand i think he quoted me $460.00 for them, and if I'm not mistaken that's a pretty good deal. Or am i mistaken?

 

[Alec]

Spindles can't sag, they can only bend if you jump your truck too hard.

Any lift kit can sag, it is normal for coils, leaves, and even torsion bars to sag over time.

 

[explorer4x493]

That's not what i meant. I meant just the Pro Comp name in itself. Not specific parts that they manufacture.

But either way basically you're trying to tell me that you havn't heard anything too bad about it. Obviously spindles can't sag, and i won't be jumping i assure that.

But the question still remains if the price was a good deal or what should i expect?

 

[Alec]

Sounds like a great deal.