Ford Powerstroke 03-07 6.0L Discussion of 6.0 Liter Ford Powerstroke Turbo Diesels

Need help on adding lift on my truck

Old May 14, 2013 | 05:01 PM
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I plan on ordering the stuff this weekend after pay day. I have a 3" BDS lift and im wanting to add 3" to it. I planned on getting new shocks, 3" front spacers, but i need help on figuring out what size rear blocks i need? Also would i need to change anything else on the front end? anything having to do with the steering or anything? or the radius arm drop bracket or anything like that? and i dont do any off roading or heavy pulling so im not gonna be rough on it
 

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Old May 15, 2013 | 05:26 AM
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You will need an adjustable trac bar, extended sway bar links, and new front shocks. If you want a level stance 6" blocks will work, but with a trailer loaded it will squat the rear.

I would start from scratch and chance selling the BDS stuff.
 
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Old May 15, 2013 | 10:57 AM
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If I have learned anything from lifting jeeps is do it right the first time or you will regret it later on. That being said, I agree with heavyAssault. Sell your BDS lift and order a proper 6'' lift, regardless how you are using the truck. Will cost you more but you will be much happier with it and can make up some of the cost selling your 3'' lift.
 
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Old May 15, 2013 | 08:54 PM
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For what it's worth I agree, start with new complete kit. The engineering on these kits makes it all work together. The lift companies spend big money on research for the proper combination of components.
 
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