superlift for a 96 ford explorer

[jammin4]

hey everyone...i have done a little checking and have come up with two versions of this kit...they are both 4 inch lifts but one you need to change the wheels as stockers will not work and it comes with a front driveshaft...the other (superlift kit) is way cheaper you don't need different wheels but does not come with a driveshaft and includes a ss logo skid plate...what i was wondering is if anyone has this lift kit and needed to change the driveshaft or used the stocker...there is a difference of 1000 between the two kits...thxs for any help...cheers jeff

 

[Premier]

I dont know why you would need to change the wheels? You will need to upgrade to larger tires, and that might require different rims. And you will probably need the longer driveshaft. Or take the current driveshaft to a shop and have it extended.

Here is mine with the kit http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=166834

 

[Dan Whitaker]

What brand is the other lift? Is it an RCD? If so the reason you can not use stock wheels is becuse it uses a coil over shock & eliminates the torsion bars. With the stock wheel back spacing it would rub the coil over set up.

The RCD would be well worth the extra $$$ as it is a better system.

 

[MountaineerGreen]

I have the superlift kit. The driveshaft length is not the problem with it, it is the angle it puts it at. The superlift uses a double cardian setup to help with the angle.

 

[jammin4]

wow i wasn't even aware there was another set by another company...all i have been able to find is superlift...rcd doesn't list anything for the explorer...and they even said all there is is a superlift...i thought it sounded kinda funny...it still amazes me cause the superlift with a skid plate was 1000.00 cheaper then this other company...lol...hey dan do you have a link for this system i would pay the extra if it is better...thxs for the advice everyone...

 

[Dan Whitaker]

Here you go Jammin.

http://www.4wheelonline.com/Products.aspx?CategoryId=4918&ProductID=29384

It is listed for 98 & up Rangers. The front suspension is the same but you would have to find a source for your rear springs as the Rangers won't fit Explorers

 

[MountaineerGreen]

Superlift makes a rear spring lift for Explorers, you can also get shocks and sway bar links for them. Summit has em.

 

[Premier]

Just get fiberglass fenders and then go soa