2008 F150 9 inch lift and 38's
#22
Mark
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The width will kill you, I had a 2006 FX4 with a 6" pro comp and 3" body. I had 37's on 20x10's and it was only minor trimming. I went to 38's also but due to the width I had to get coilovers and throw a level on top of it to get the extra 2" of clearance.
Are you running a 6 or 7 stretched to 9 or a 6+3?
Are you running a 6 or 7 stretched to 9 or a 6+3?
He said he had a 6" suspension and 3" body
#23
The width will kill you, I had a 2006 FX4 with a 6" pro comp and 3" body. I had 37's on 20x10's and it was only minor trimming. I went to 38's also but due to the width I had to get coilovers and throw a level on top of it to get the extra 2" of clearance.
Are you running a 6 or 7 stretched to 9 or a 6+3?
Are you running a 6 or 7 stretched to 9 or a 6+3?
#24
I've put 38x15.50 grapplers on a F350 powerstroke. I don't think a F150 can handle it. Unless its a road queen. They are massive rubber. They made a super crew long bed look like a baby. I just don't think you can get away with it on a 1/2 ton axle. Even in the Wrangler community anything over 37's really warrants 1 tons. And thats SFA too. If it's just for looks on the road then go for it. If your gonna mud and trail it, I would be afraid for my parts drive train and drive line.
#25
I'm running an 8" BDS lift and have 38X15.50 trails. Some trimming was involved, I also have 20X10 not 20X12 wheels. You should definitely get gears even with the 37's, I have Yukons and I've had no issues with them. Mine has also been off road plenty and no driveline issues so far either.
#26
I'm running an 8" BDS lift and have 38X15.50 trails. Some trimming was involved, I also have 20X10 not 20X12 wheels. You should definitely get gears even with the 37's, I have Yukons and I've had no issues with them. Mine has also been off road plenty and no driveline issues so far either.
#29
Senior Member
These trucks are huge. Looks great, but man, they have to be dogs with that much tire. I noticed a drop in power going to my terra grapplers with a level.