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Old Jul 24, 2011 | 07:20 PM
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hey guys! just picked up my 96 5 spd I6 bout 2 weeks ago now.. tore it apart, did whole frame and bed restore (pics soon once i figure out how) now i need some help with my next project.. im new to the site obviously, so enlighten me if/when needed so i dont get burnt too badly lol.

i want to do the ever popular leveling and tire/wheel upgrade... im not totally blind to this, but i do have some specific questions...

I've heard a lot about the daystar 2" kit, and other leveling spacer kits, but i recently discovered the "f250 spring swap" option... I think, collectively, the spring option sounds better and i've heard it is cheaper as well... i only plan on sticking 32s under it now, considering i am a poor college kid and i will be using it often as my daily driver.. getting to the point, questions are:

best site/store to purchase these? with the 2 inch leveling kit and 32s, regearing is not needed, correct? what are the odds that my camber will be off? any experience with this project becoming more hassle than its worth? any other help is greatly appreciated.. thanks guys!!
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Old Jul 24, 2011 | 08:10 PM
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You can fit 32s without any lift.
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Old Jul 24, 2011 | 08:46 PM
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thanks, but i already knew that lol.. im more concerned about the leveling kit.. wanna make the right decision
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Old Jul 24, 2011 | 09:12 PM
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250 springs will make it alot rougher ride. Not 100% positive but pretty sure your camber will be off either way. (Could be wrong tho)

Also Wht gears are you running now?
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Old Jul 24, 2011 | 09:38 PM
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honestly, im not sure.. there has only been 3 owners (one being me) and i know them all.. im positive they didnt change the gears, so i assume they are stock for a '96 5 spd od 300ci i6?? ive heard the toe will be the only thing that needs corrected?
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Old Jul 24, 2011 | 09:55 PM
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There were many stock gears for a '96 4.9 5 speed. The camber will be off but might be alignable without the camber bushings.
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Old Jul 24, 2011 | 11:57 PM
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Look inside the driver side door on the "frame" thing and give us the axle code I know I9 is 3.55 and H9 is 3.55 limited slip and H5 is 4.10 limited slip which is the cream of the crop
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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 12:24 AM
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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 12:28 AM
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32s will work well with 3.55s.
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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 12:30 AM
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You'll do alright pushing 32's with 3.55's.

Damnit Sean! My phone was bein slow. Owell least now I know I was right lol

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