So, i've got an interesting and challenging question...
Right now i've got a 96 2WD with a Belltech 3/4 drop. I bought it that
way and it is really not my style. I want to lift it to fit a set of 31s i got
for free from a friend. The problem I have is that the kit uses drop beams to lower the front and any lift kit that I have the money/knowledge to install requires stock beams. Now, is it just me or are stock front axle beams really hard to come by? I've put out want to buys and have checked around online. So my question is: can I find a lift kit that includes axle beams for less than the Rough Country 515H? ($440) OR can I get stock axle beams (new or used) for $100-150 and use that kit. If anyone has ANY thoughts or ideas it would be greatly appreciated! I'm really having a hard time with my options, thanks

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2000 2WD, XLT Extended Cab, 3.0L V6, 5 Speed, 157,000 MILES, Oxford White, black bumpers, Silverstar ultras, 3.73 open diff, 2006+ Tail swap, 235/75 15 on Cragar soft 8 wheels, Hella 500s. Flowmaster 40 muffler, sportrac gauge cluster swap, Cobra 40ch CB with Wilson 4ft. fiberglass antenna, K&N Drop in Filter, 2007 Stock Radio, all red 3rd brake light w/ 3 bulbs, Cobra Radar/Lidar, Waze App for GPS

dang i have no idea lol

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Ford Ranger Edge Supercab, 2004 3.0 Auto, 2WD, 4.10 Axle 31x10.5x15 BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A KO's


My Truck Is My Mountain Bike's Ride!

Class III hitch, Rhino Bedliner, Almost Maxed T-Bar Crank, Tuff Country Add A Leaf, Custom Low Anchor Points, OEM ('99) Tow Hooks, Pro Comp Offroad Lights , Mustang Dome Light, Clear Corners, Slim Toolbox, Blinker Mod,Cargo Brake Light Mod,Expo Lighted Visors, Ultra Silverstar heads/fogs, Fog/high mod, Reverse/switched lights, Bike Fork Mounts

you might be able to find the stock beams at your local jy used.... you could also check lmctruck.com for new ones.....

i have called my jy twice and never got anywhere it was actually pretty infuriating, im thinking of going down there this week it isn't far

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2000 2WD, XLT Extended Cab, 3.0L V6, 5 Speed, 157,000 MILES, Oxford White, black bumpers, Silverstar ultras, 3.73 open diff, 2006+ Tail swap, 235/75 15 on Cragar soft 8 wheels, Hella 500s. Flowmaster 40 muffler, sportrac gauge cluster swap, Cobra 40ch CB with Wilson 4ft. fiberglass antenna, K&N Drop in Filter, 2007 Stock Radio, all red 3rd brake light w/ 3 bulbs, Cobra Radar/Lidar, Waze App for GPS

talk to people who have lowered their truck , i tend to keep my stock pieces, im sure they do too

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Ford Ranger Edge Supercab, 2004 3.0 Auto, 2WD, 4.10 Axle 31x10.5x15 BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A KO's


My Truck Is My Mountain Bike's Ride!

Class III hitch, Rhino Bedliner, Almost Maxed T-Bar Crank, Tuff Country Add A Leaf, Custom Low Anchor Points, OEM ('99) Tow Hooks, Pro Comp Offroad Lights , Mustang Dome Light, Clear Corners, Slim Toolbox, Blinker Mod,Cargo Brake Light Mod,Expo Lighted Visors, Ultra Silverstar heads/fogs, Fog/high mod, Reverse/switched lights, Bike Fork Mounts

any suggestions of members? im in so cal...trying my best to avoid shipping

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2000 2WD, XLT Extended Cab, 3.0L V6, 5 Speed, 157,000 MILES, Oxford White, black bumpers, Silverstar ultras, 3.73 open diff, 2006+ Tail swap, 235/75 15 on Cragar soft 8 wheels, Hella 500s. Flowmaster 40 muffler, sportrac gauge cluster swap, Cobra 40ch CB with Wilson 4ft. fiberglass antenna, K&N Drop in Filter, 2007 Stock Radio, all red 3rd brake light w/ 3 bulbs, Cobra Radar/Lidar, Waze App for GPS

Maybe instead of a want to buy ad, try a trading ad on craigslist where you trade your lowering beams for stock ones. Someone who wants to lower on the cheap would probably jump on it!

I'm thinking that is what I might have to do

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another question I was just checking out autofab's encono2WD lift. Anybody have an idea of how much that will run? there is no price on the page...

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2000 2WD, XLT Extended Cab, 3.0L V6, 5 Speed, 157,000 MILES, Oxford White, black bumpers, Silverstar ultras, 3.73 open diff, 2006+ Tail swap, 235/75 15 on Cragar soft 8 wheels, Hella 500s. Flowmaster 40 muffler, sportrac gauge cluster swap, Cobra 40ch CB with Wilson 4ft. fiberglass antenna, K&N Drop in Filter, 2007 Stock Radio, all red 3rd brake light w/ 3 bulbs, Cobra Radar/Lidar, Waze App for GPS