Egan's Mini Lift

[accely]

Originally Posted by Egan

Next I moved on to the front components. Here’s the stock set up:



Removing the stock UCA was a pain because I didn’t have a pickle fork, but I eventually got it out of there. With the UCA out, I then removed the shock and shock mount. I installed the shock mount, then the new shocks. I built the Cognito UCA’s on the ground before installing each in place. Tip: grease up the sides of the UCA bushings because it will be a tight fit!

For these steps, would you recommend something like this ? Craftsman 5-Piece Pickle Fork Kits to aid in removal?
What would you do if you have the pickle fork? I guess it would make sense if i was in the process of removing the UCA but I figured I would ask in advance. Trying to get all this straight in my head. Seems like most of this isn't too difficult especially with your nice write up


Also- I assume you used the Kryptonite HD Sway Bar End Links (For 2" LEVELED Trucks), right?

[Egan]

Originally Posted by accely

For these steps, would you recommend something like this ? Craftsman 5-Piece Pickle Fork Kits to aid in removal?
What would you do if you have the pickle fork? I guess it would make sense if i was in the process of removing the UCA but I figured I would ask in advance. Trying to get all this straight in my head. Seems like most of this isn't too difficult especially with your nice write up


Also- I assume you used the Kryptonite HD Sway Bar End Links (For 2" LEVELED Trucks), right?

Correct on the links.

I didn't have a pickle fork, but a sledge hammer broke the UCA loose.

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thanks!!

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egan- did you do measurements after you put the 37's on? Those toyo's are actually 37.0" inflated so I'm thinking compared to my current tire (wrangler duratrac) which sits under 34", I should gain a few inches just based on upgrading the tires alone.

over all it sounds like you get around 2inches from the parts and potentially another 1-2 from tires? So 3-4 over all height gain? Could you measure and compare before and after with your 37's now?

thanks!

[Egan]

Originally Posted by accely

egan- did you do measurements after you put the 37's on? Those toyo's are actually 37.0" inflated so I'm thinking compared to my current tire (wrangler duratrac) which sits under 34", I should gain a few inches just based on upgrading the tires alone.

over all it sounds like you get around 2inches from the parts and potentially another 1-2 from tires? So 3-4 over all height gain? Could you measure and compare before and after with your 37's now?

thanks!

I'll measure when I get home tonight. But since it's 109F today, it may have to wait until 3AM!

[Egan]

Originally Posted by Egan

I'll measure when I get home tonight. But since it's 109F today, it may have to wait until 3AM!

Due to the sweltering heat, I only measured one side, but it should be close enough for your purpose.

This is after the suspension has settled in, a front end alignment, and the new tires.

FR before with "35"" BFG AT KO's = 41.1/4"
FR after lift = 43.1/4"
FR after 37" Toyo's = 45"

RR before with "35"" BFG AT KO's = 41"
RR after lift = 42.1/4"
RR after Toyo's = 44.1/4"

So it looks like a solid 2" out of the tires, maybe more considering the suspension settled a bit.

YMMV

[Egan]

Finally had the chance to get my modified spare tire carrier mounted. It's been lifted 6" with a 5 degree angle back towards the bed. A local welder did the work for $90, including tacking on my CB antenna mount. On the first go around the tire was tightened down against the mount near the bottom. I was concerned about damaging the tire over time, so I added a couple of thick washers to each lug to keep the tire pushed out a bit.