DaShow

I've got a 04 fx4 with a 3 inch body lift in the front (to level). I plan on buying 20" moto metal wheels (not sure of which one so any pictures would be appreciated) and 37" super swampers. I'm still deciding between the ssr's and the irok's (any input or pictures here would also be appreciated). I will also be getting either a 4" or 6" suspension lift. My biggest question is this: what are the pros and cons of each? and with this new setup will I have to do anything to my transmission, differential, or anything else? Thanks in advance for any advice.

btw, here is the before pic:

tonkatruck66

that is such a generic question.... try to narrow it down some.

and body lift just the front? huh?

DaShow

I'm not sure what it is but that's what the previous owner told me it was. Most likely a leveling kit?
The main question I have is will I need my differential or transmission or anything else modified since I'm going a lot bigger?

Top Gun Customz

The biggist tire size that we recomend with out running into any troubles is a 35" tire with the 6" lift. It will be more work for your motor and tranny to spin those tires, so more wear and tear. If you re-gear your differential you will take some of that stress off your drivetrain. If you are looking for a place to get the lift just give us a call.

wxmcpo

Yeah if you go with 35's you're going to want to upgrade your gears to 4.56's to regain the lost power form lifting and adding larger tires.

DaShow

Alright thanks for all the input. If I'm understanding correctly then I'll need to modify my differential and transmission everything should be good to go for the new lift (6") and tires (37"). What sort of price range am I looking at for getting the gears upgraded?

cole_ford

just a guess, probably around 1000-1500 installed. it could be more, i dont know for sure. it probably will be seeings how youre going to have to do front and rear

patriciojp

I like your truck! My truck when it was lifted the front end was wider so I put spacers in the back. Plus fender flares. With your kit your wheels will stick out for sure. Also there was two tranny rebuilds because the tranny is weak. Plus a drive shaft rebuild (wider) plus your top speed will go down.

Back in the day...sigh...

jkarlberg

id imagine youd want to get lower differential... but i was wanted to compliment those rims theyd look perfect on my old truck