Those lift blocks should be running with springs NOT THE AXLE, if you turn the blocks sideways, it WILL allow the axle to roll upward under torque, I've already been through this with this exact truck and setup.
You are correct. The rear blocks need to run the direction of the truck, not with the axle. I wish TH-cam had a way I could repost the video with a text correction and keep this thread going.
This is confusing bc the directions say thick end towards the center of the truck, that will pull the pinion angle down which doesn’t make sense. Lol I installed the blocks like this video said and had major vibration during acceleration …. Might want to edit the description or take the video down
Just finished the 2.5 lift on my 1995 F-150 and what a chore. Firstly the instructions are not clear and are actually false in a few places. There are two different sets of bolts listed on the instructions listed as the same, not until they get put into the wrong spot do they need to be removed and replaced. Every bracket had holes that did not line up and had to be ground out or redrilled, one bracket I had to drill my own hole. I busted off two bolt heads because the cheap washers in the kit deformed and bent so bad the bolt heads twisted off. Ended up spending @ $10.00 for two new bolts and washers for everything I hadn't done already. I'm glad I had a pneumatic chisel because removing the factorey rivets is a real pain, grind, cut, chisel. You must have several sets of drill bits to get to the 1/2 and 9/16 holes that need to be drilled. I busted one 1/2 inch drill bit and a step drill seemed to help out a lot. Over all the shocks and springs seem to be good quality, the materials for the brackets seemed good but poorly fabricated, the holes just didn't line up to the frame holes and I don't think ford changed their hole positions while in production. I think because it is an older truck, Rough Country probably doesn't sell enough of these to improve or set quality control. I'd give it a 2 out of 5 just for the problems involved. 1 guy, 20+ HOURS.
Nathan England get a camber kit. The alignment shop can throw it on to fix excessive positive camber. Mine aligned within factory tolerance on one side and just out of spec on the other side so I didn't bother with the camber kit
I just got started on this exact project on my 94 2wd. I just think they could had done a better job laying out the directions on this kit. Lucky for me the pivot arm brackets are bolted on which is saving on the grinding and drilling.
How long did the lift take to install? I'm debating on whether or not to get this kit but I don't really know what to expect as far as install time. I'd probably just plan on a whole weekend.
Yes, get all your non-standard tools together (torch, air gun/ratchet, large breaker bars, various cutoff devices, universal joint adapters, socket extensions, etc) and then plan on a whole weekend. If you don't need to do the tie rods then that will save a lot of time. I burned at least 4 hours trying to get the pitman arm off before I finally took the cutoff tool to it. Without the tie rod problems and having done it once, I could do it all in one day now.
Justin Dymond thanks. Tire size just came down to preference. Some guys say 33s rub with the 3" lift. I knew 32s wouldn't. I think they are perfect size for this truck
I just got 2.5" leveling coil springs from Pro Comp and I fit 32x11.5's with quiet a bit of clearance. Not sure why you had to trim the bumper a little lol
I think you installed the block sideways?? I’ve never seen them sideways like that. I appreciate the video though, I’ve never been able to find pics or videos of anything smaller than a 4 inch
question i need to lift the front of my 95 long bed what kit did you buy and do you know if they sell the front only been directly on the RC web site and couldn't find what i was looking for check out my truck in my vids you will see my problem.
I used the 2.5" suspension lift kit from RC. To raise just the front end you're talking about a leveling kit, which is basically just replacing the front springs with taller ones, or using spacer blocks. That will raise your front end 2" in the front (versus 4" which is what the "2.5" lift kit gives you in the front, plus 2" in the back) They have those on the RC website and a lot of other sources online.
@@thomasgeraghty5374 I have 189,000 on my motor but when I rebuild it I’m going with the E 303 cams bbk throttle body and haven’t made a choice yet on what pistons and valves plus retainers I want
Okay I’m looking to buy the RC 2.5 lift for my 1993 f150 2wd but I really want to know if it will actually level a 2wd bc the front sits sooo much lower on them
I don't know on a 2WD, but it did on my 4WD. The front was raised a full 4" on my truck, while the rear was raised 2". It used to have a big ugly rake and now it looks perfectly level.
Awesome video! Very reassuring. I bought a 95 F150 a bit ago with 33s that rub, and wanted to lift it regardless, but I wasn't sure if they'd fit with the 2.5in lift kit. I'll probably get 32s to be safe!
Hey i have a 94 with 33x12.5r15 on right now if you trim your bumper with a grinder it doesnt rub you don't need a lift to run 33's if you really wanted you could run 35's if you trim the bumper a little bit more
@@gabemisner948 Thanks a lot for that information! I bought the truck a little over a year ago, knowing that one of the leafs was broken, and I wanna make everything on it new, so I figured I'd just get a lift kit so I could replace the entire suspension! The engine on my 95 only has 90k miles on it, and I bought it for $1500. I'm more than prepared to spend another $1500 to make it look slick.
@@ayliose9188 Hell yeah that engine is just getting broken in just make sure you get extended brake lines and also if your really looking into getting a lift look at tuff country there great and the radious arms look sit
@@gabemisner948 That's the exact lift I'm getting! Or maybe it's the rough country lift kit I was gonna get? I think they're the same company or something. But you think I'll definitely need to extend the break lines though? It's my first truck, so I don't know a whole lot about it. My family is mostly about British racing cars haha
@@ayliose9188 Yeah i would so you don't gotta worry about it if you really want to set your truck up or want any cool ideas email me at misnergabriel795@gmail.com I know alot about these trucks.
I didn’t use any. One side was just within spec and the other side just out of spec. It handles and rides fine so I never went back and put them on. The aftermarket bushings are adjustable.
The radious arms are long enough you maily need longer radious arms when you go with a 3 inch or bigger lift but, if it was me i'd get longer arms to get max travel from the front end.
Hello Nathan. Truck looks great! Good job. I have the same Rough Country 2 1/2" kit, which has been sittin in my garage taking up room for five / six months now and NEEDS to go in. You mentioned "camber adjustment kit", which length adjustment did you go with? I want to do this one time n one time only, if you know what I mean. Your tires - you said are 32" tall, do they actually measure 32 inches tall? I run 31" Cooper AT3 xlt tires on my truck with the stock 15x7.5 wheels; to which I noticed today (when looking at the specs on their site) the tire measure smaller then what is ordered. Such as if you order 31" tires they will measure 30 inches tall. Am I reading their specs right? I want to go 32's or 33's - seeing Cooper's site says 33's actually measure 32.xx . If you don't know its cool. Just figured you might of and I took a shot with the tire question.
I did not. The stock tires are pretty wimpy so I think it would have looked weird. When these tires wear out I’ll probably go up to 33s - there should be enough room for them
I don't understand why you guys level these trucks! Ford built them with a small raise in the rear for a reason! It was done for safety of loads in the bed! When loaded with heavy load it stabilizes the truck! Notice the Chevys with a sagging rear when loaded! Very unsafe!
Yeah I go back and forth on this myself. I know the rake compensates for heavy loads or trailers and stabilizes the steering. But the lift makes it look sooooooo nice. My truck works for a living and is regularly towing/loaded. So it's definitely more practical to leave the suspension stock. But the lift looks SO. GOOD.
Yes I have been happy with the kit. I think it's hard to beat for the price. Truck drives a lot better without the factory-spec rake on the front end and with the oversized tires. 32s are perfect for this truck - aggressive but very drivable.
This is exactly what I'm looking to do with my 94. Same lift and same size tires. Did the lift kit come with everything u need as far as parts, and did u get a steering stabilizer?
Yes the kit came complete. I didn't get a steering stabilizer although I probably should. I thought replacing the tie rods and tightening the steering box would help, but the wheel is still a bit loose feeling.
Did you have to get a dropped pitman arm? I had one installed, and had it aligned and it is wandering all over, even after the alignment shows everything is in specs. New bushings also.
Chad Schaeffer Did not need a dropped one. Only had to replace mine because I did the tie rods at the same time as the lift and the tie rod end was completely stuck on the pitman arm
It comes down to personal preference. Some guys want the biggest tires and the highest lift they can get. This setup is exactly what I wanted - it looks aggressive and is obviously not stock. The 11.5" wide tires make it look bigger without going higher. I can also still get into most parking garages, which may or may not be a factor where you live. You also won't have to change out brake lines. Unless you want really "big" you won't be disappointed with this setup.
Wow. What a dumb way to put the blocks in. And always measure either side. I can plainly see that they are tapered and for a reason lol. Hope you fixed it.
Those lift blocks should be running with springs NOT THE AXLE, if you turn the blocks sideways, it WILL allow the axle to roll upward under torque, I've already been through this with this exact truck and setup.
You are correct. The rear blocks need to run the direction of the truck, not with the axle. I wish TH-cam had a way I could repost the video with a text correction and keep this thread going.
This is confusing bc the directions say thick end towards the center of the truck, that will pull the pinion angle down which doesn’t make sense. Lol I installed the blocks like this video said and had major vibration during acceleration …. Might want to edit the description or take the video down
Just finished the 2.5 lift on my 1995 F-150 and what a chore. Firstly the instructions are not clear and are actually false in a few places. There are two different sets of bolts listed on the instructions listed as the same, not until they get put into the wrong spot do they need to be removed and replaced. Every bracket had holes that did not line up and had to be ground out or redrilled, one bracket I had to drill my own hole. I busted off two bolt heads because the cheap washers in the kit deformed and bent so bad the bolt heads twisted off. Ended up spending @ $10.00 for two new bolts and washers for everything I hadn't done already. I'm glad I had a pneumatic chisel because removing the factorey rivets is a real pain, grind, cut, chisel. You must have several sets of drill bits to get to the 1/2 and 9/16 holes that need to be drilled. I busted one 1/2 inch drill bit and a step drill seemed to help out a lot. Over all the shocks and springs seem to be good quality, the materials for the brackets seemed good but poorly fabricated, the holes just didn't line up to the frame holes and I don't think ford changed their hole positions while in production. I think because it is an older truck, Rough Country probably doesn't sell enough of these to improve or set quality control. I'd give it a 2 out of 5 just for the problems involved. 1 guy, 20+ HOURS.
I put the same kit on my truck and now i have serious positive camber issues, and i see these vids on TH-cam and other trucks are aligned perfectly.
Nathan England get a camber kit. The alignment shop can throw it on to fix excessive positive camber. Mine aligned within factory tolerance on one side and just out of spec on the other side so I didn't bother with the camber kit
Great detail and tips! Thanks, I am about to tackle this on our 1992. Adding the 4" version. Great info
Can you do an update video and walk around and drive???
Anymore update videos of the truck?
Amigo espero haya uno que entienda español pero igual quisiera levantar mi ford y quisiera saber donde puedo conseguir esas piezas???
Going from a 2.5" to a 4" lift hoping the brackets line up with the ones I did almost 10 years ago. Nice truck
Needed some new holes drilled but it's easy. One car garage got it done. Drop pitman arm is 1 5/16" socket by the way
@@nauidiver227 how much of a hassle was it ? Been wanting to bring my 2.5 up to 4” too
@@craigmacchiato3728 not hard at all did it in a weekend.
I just got started on this exact project on my 94 2wd. I just think they could had done a better job laying out the directions on this kit. Lucky for me the pivot arm brackets are bolted on which is saving on the grinding and drilling.
looks good!!! Doing it to my Bronco soon..
Looks great. Exactly the stance I want on my '95 single cab Eddie Bauer 4x4.
Thanks. I've put probably 1,000 miles on this setup now, and it's been great.
How long did the lift take to install? I'm debating on whether or not to get this kit but I don't really know what to expect as far as install time. I'd probably just plan on a whole weekend.
Yes, get all your non-standard tools together (torch, air gun/ratchet, large breaker bars, various cutoff devices, universal joint adapters, socket extensions, etc) and then plan on a whole weekend. If you don't need to do the tie rods then that will save a lot of time. I burned at least 4 hours trying to get the pitman arm off before I finally took the cutoff tool to it. Without the tie rod problems and having done it once, I could do it all in one day now.
Looks great dude. Looking to install same kit. Any particular reason you didn't use 33s?
Justin Dymond thanks. Tire size just came down to preference. Some guys say 33s rub with the 3" lift. I knew 32s wouldn't. I think they are perfect size for this truck
hey thanks for the vid, this sold me on the kit
I just got 2.5" leveling coil springs from Pro Comp and I fit 32x11.5's with quiet a bit of clearance. Not sure why you had to trim the bumper a little lol
I think you installed the block sideways?? I’ve never seen them sideways like that. I appreciate the video though, I’ve never been able to find pics or videos of anything smaller than a 4 inch
question i need to lift the front of my 95 long bed what kit did you buy and do you know if they sell the front only been directly on the RC web site and couldn't find what i was looking for check out my truck in my vids you will see my problem.
I used the 2.5" suspension lift kit from RC. To raise just the front end you're talking about a leveling kit, which is basically just replacing the front springs with taller ones, or using spacer blocks. That will raise your front end 2" in the front (versus 4" which is what the "2.5" lift kit gives you in the front, plus 2" in the back) They have those on the RC website and a lot of other sources online.
So I am putting just a 2 inch leveling kit on the front of my Ford F-150 1993. Was wanting bigger tires too. Any idea what size tires would fit?
I have a 93 as well but can't find one
Question. Are the 94 f150. 5.0 ...a sluggish truck to drive. ?
No not at all bro the 5.0 motor is great and reliable
@Andrew Masaberg I removed my engine, going to machine shop and put back as stock.
@@andrewmasaberg1116 I posted a video
@@thomasgeraghty5374 nice 👍 going with stock cams? If not check out the e-303
@@thomasgeraghty5374 I have 189,000 on my motor but when I rebuild it I’m going with the E 303 cams bbk throttle body and haven’t made a choice yet on what pistons and valves plus retainers I want
Okay I’m looking to buy the RC 2.5 lift for my 1993 f150 2wd but I really want to know if it will actually level a 2wd bc the front sits sooo much lower on them
I don't know on a 2WD, but it did on my 4WD. The front was raised a full 4" on my truck, while the rear was raised 2". It used to have a big ugly rake and now it looks perfectly level.
Awesome video! Very reassuring. I bought a 95 F150 a bit ago with 33s that rub, and wanted to lift it regardless, but I wasn't sure if they'd fit with the 2.5in lift kit. I'll probably get 32s to be safe!
Hey i have a 94 with 33x12.5r15 on right now if you trim your bumper with a grinder it doesnt rub you don't need a lift to run 33's if you really wanted you could run 35's if you trim the bumper a little bit more
@@gabemisner948 Thanks a lot for that information! I bought the truck a little over a year ago, knowing that one of the leafs was broken, and I wanna make everything on it new, so I figured I'd just get a lift kit so I could replace the entire suspension! The engine on my 95 only has 90k miles on it, and I bought it for $1500. I'm more than prepared to spend another $1500 to make it look slick.
@@ayliose9188 Hell yeah that engine is just getting broken in just make sure you get extended brake lines and also if your really looking into getting a lift look at tuff country there great and the radious arms look sit
@@gabemisner948 That's the exact lift I'm getting! Or maybe it's the rough country lift kit I was gonna get? I think they're the same company or something. But you think I'll definitely need to extend the break lines though? It's my first truck, so I don't know a whole lot about it. My family is mostly about British racing cars haha
@@ayliose9188 Yeah i would so you don't gotta worry about it if you really want to set your truck up or want any cool ideas email me at misnergabriel795@gmail.com I know alot about these trucks.
I know the videos older but do you think I’d run into any issues with this lift but with 33s?
probably not. I've sometimes thought I should have put on 33s because I think they would fit.
No not at all still got enough room for it you can see why in my other comments
Does your truck have a 8ft or 6.5ft bed?
6.5’ bed
How far are the fenders from the ground?
You used the rough country 2.5?
Does it have any bump steer?
Yes it does. I later installed a steering damper and it helped a lot
@@nsrimmer84 a dual or single? Also since you have 4” of lift in the front it might be worth your while to get a drop pitman arm.
@@nsrimmer84 and how’s the on road performance at high speeds?
for alignment do you know what degree camber bushings you needed with this kit?
I didn’t use any. One side was just within spec and the other side just out of spec. It handles and rides fine so I never went back and put them on. The aftermarket bushings are adjustable.
Hearing your pitman arm issues gave me ptsd horror flashbacks 🤣
Did you have to get the longer brake lines for the 2.5" kit?
No I didn't. Used the original brake lines
Are the drop down brackets for the radius arm enough? You don't need longer arms? How was the alignment afterwards? Did you need new camber bushings?
Radius arms were fine. I did end up needing camber bushings, but just barely
The radious arms are long enough you maily need longer radious arms when you go with a 3 inch or bigger lift but, if it was me i'd get longer arms to get max travel from the front end.
could you send me a link for this kit please
www.roughcountry.com/ford-suspension-lift-kit-420-20.html
Hello Nathan. Truck looks great! Good job. I have the same Rough Country 2 1/2" kit, which has been sittin in my garage taking up room for five / six months now and NEEDS to go in. You mentioned "camber adjustment kit", which length adjustment did you go with? I want to do this one time n one time only, if you know what I mean. Your tires - you said are 32" tall, do they actually measure 32 inches tall? I run 31" Cooper AT3 xlt tires on my truck with the stock 15x7.5 wheels; to which I noticed today (when looking at the specs on their site) the tire measure smaller then what is ordered. Such as if you order 31" tires they will measure 30 inches tall. Am I reading their specs right? I want to go 32's or 33's - seeing Cooper's site says 33's actually measure 32.xx . If you don't know its cool. Just figured you might of and I took a shot with the tire question.
what wheels are those? 15 x7.5?
Hey bud, did you order this kit off the rough country website or do you have a link? Thanks in advance
Nice damn truck. Same exact thing I have if yours is a 302 but mine is a 93 model
Hi did you have factory rims or offset rims for your setup?
Art Martinez they are stock 15” wheels
Nathan Rimmer thank you
Those arent the stock rims that came on the truck when it was new. They may be the same size but they didnt come new on that truck
Did you run stock tires with this kit when you first installed it? If so how did it look?
I did not. The stock tires are pretty wimpy so I think it would have looked weird. When these tires wear out I’ll probably go up to 33s - there should be enough room for them
this looks amazing! Only wish you would have a better camera lol.
Did you end up buying a steering stabilizer?
Acosta 58900 yes eventually I did and it helped a lot with the bump steer
I don't understand why you guys level these trucks! Ford built them with a small raise in the rear for a reason! It was done for safety of loads in the bed! When loaded with heavy load it stabilizes the truck! Notice the Chevys with a sagging rear when loaded! Very unsafe!
Yeah I go back and forth on this myself. I know the rake compensates for heavy loads or trailers and stabilizes the steering. But the lift makes it look sooooooo nice. My truck works for a living and is regularly towing/loaded. So it's definitely more practical to leave the suspension stock. But the lift looks SO. GOOD.
Bro...it's a half-ton. Not THAT much weight is going in the bed of that truck. And, they come standard like that now days.
@@JoshDub78 and they are also built that way now days
Lame Trukgang
How do you like the RC lift are you happy with it ?
Yes I have been happy with the kit. I think it's hard to beat for the price. Truck drives a lot better without the factory-spec rake on the front end and with the oversized tires. 32s are perfect for this truck - aggressive but very drivable.
they send me same kit for 89 bronco ii dont line up at all
Nice 👍
This is exactly what I'm looking to do with my 94. Same lift and same size tires. Did the lift kit come with everything u need as far as parts, and did u get a steering stabilizer?
Yes the kit came complete. I didn't get a steering stabilizer although I probably should. I thought replacing the tie rods and tightening the steering box would help, but the wheel is still a bit loose feeling.
Nathan Rimmer nice. Awesome looking rig. Nice color too. Urs is 4x4 I assume?
Nathan Rimmer well yea it's 4x4.. lol just saw it on the side lmao
Few years update please. After a while of driving how is it
It's awesome. Truck handles way better with the rake gone and the bigger tires.
Thanks!!!!!! RC should give you an insensitive for promoting their product 😅you’re a good salesman without even trying
Did you have to get a dropped pitman arm? I had one installed, and had it aligned and it is wandering all over, even after the alignment shows everything is in specs. New bushings also.
Chad Schaeffer Did not need a dropped one. Only had to replace mine because I did the tie rods at the same time as the lift and the tie rod end was completely stuck on the pitman arm
How do you feel about the 2.5 and 32x11.50? I'm at a crossroad between the 2.5 And 32s vs the 4inch and 33s.
It comes down to personal preference. Some guys want the biggest tires and the highest lift they can get. This setup is exactly what I wanted -
it looks aggressive and is obviously not stock. The 11.5" wide tires make it look bigger without going higher. I can also still get into most parking garages, which may or may not be a factor where you live. You also won't have to change out brake lines. Unless you want really "big" you won't be disappointed with this setup.
Just put a body lift. A lot simpler
Wow. What a dumb way to put the blocks in. And always measure either side. I can plainly see that they are tapered and for a reason lol. Hope you fixed it.