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J-Douglas
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• San Antonio, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 3/18/2004 |
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 Posted:11/4/2004 04:04 |
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Hi Guys. As you can see by my gallery photos, I had a 2000 X with a Fabtech 5.5". Dang, I LOVED that lift. But, it always looked as though the 37" BFG's were too small for that lift (can you believe it?). And, that's what people always said, too.
Well, I just purchased a 2004 X Eddie Bauer Powerstroke, so it's going under the knife for a lift. I would LOVE to put another Fabtech on there, but I tow a 11,000 travel trailer with sag bars. So, I probably cannot lift it beyond 4". I have access to a dang good discount on the PROCOMP lift. I am a little hesitant about ProComp.
Does anyone have the ProComp out there that has an opinion to help me out? What do you think about the lift? How does it ride? Most importantly, does the truck sit LEVEL after the lift is installed? ANY ProComp advice will HELP so much!
THANKS GUYS!
Jarrett
5.5" Fabtech, 37x12.5x17 BFG AllTerrains, 17x9 Helo Maxx 8 Chrome. 6.0 Powerstroke Diesel. |
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birdman127
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• baltimore, MD, USA |
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• Registered on 10/13/2002 |
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Posted:11/4/2004 06:47 |
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I think all 4 inch lifts come with front springs and rear add a leafs and or a 4 inch block. I think that would be better than a after market spring in the rear for towing. I have a extra leaf and a 4 inch block.
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2000 ltd 6.8 V10*4.30LS*
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check my gallery
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CHPMustang
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• Plano, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 7/24/2002 |
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Posted:11/4/2004 08:25 |
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Jarrett have you check out Edge lifts yet? They seem to be a popular choice amongst Excursion/Superduty owners that tow 
BILL
Bill
2002 Excursion XLT-P 4x4 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel
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Joe Lundberg
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• Winchester, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 8/28/2004 |
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Posted:11/4/2004 09:27 |
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I have the ProComp 6" lift (same as their Superduty 4") on my 2004 Excursion.
The kit provides rear blocks (3" I believe) which did not provide the right amount of height in the rear, so I had to add another 1.5" block to "level it out"
Other than that, I am very happy with the kit.
Check 4wheelparts.com, as they seem to have really good pricing on these kits.
Good Luck
Joe
Here are a few pics;
2004 Ford Excursion 4x4 Ltd
1998 BMW M3/ Dinan S3 Supercharged beast
2004 Crownline 225 LPX
My X is for sale: http://www.supermotors.net/clubs/fordexcursions/forums/thid-6148-2004-excursion-4x4-limited-6 |
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CHPMustang
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• Plano, TX, USA |
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 Posted:11/4/2004 09:36 |
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Shweet Excursion there Joe  
Bill
2002 Excursion XLT-P 4x4 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel
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J-Douglas
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• San Antonio, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 3/18/2004 |
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Posted:11/4/2004 13:56 |
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| Quote: | | I think all 4 inch lifts come with front springs and rear add a leafs and or a 4 inch block. I think that would be better than a after market spring in the rear for towing. I have a extra leaf and a 4 inch block. |
BIRDMAN-
You say you have a 4" kit on your X? What do you think about it? Is it the ProComp? Did it sit level when it was installed?
Jarrett
5.5" Fabtech, 37x12.5x17 BFG AllTerrains, 17x9 Helo Maxx 8 Chrome. 6.0 Powerstroke Diesel. |
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J-Douglas
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• San Antonio, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 3/18/2004 |
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• 89 posts |
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Posted:11/4/2004 14:09 |
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| Quote: | Jarrett have you check out Edge lifts yet? They seem to be a popular choice amongst Excursion/Superduty owners that tow
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Good idea, Bill, but EDGE only offers a Hanger lift (no springs) on the 4.5" lift! Can you believe that? I mean, using those FLAT, dull, stock springs on 4.5" lift. I am sure it works for some, but I am looking for a little more than 2 to 3 inches of suspension travel.... which is what my stock springs seem to have.
Also, when I look at 4.5" EDGE hanger lifts, it seems like I see the hanger sticking WAY down in front and the back and those THIN THIN THIN leaf springs laying flat over the axle in between the hangers. I just don't think it looks too hot. That lift draws too much attention to those scrawny stock leafs. I find it easier and better looking to replace the front springs. That way, nothing is over conspicuous.
It's just amazing to me that a majority of the ProComp lifts I see do NOT sit level! ...even on the ProComp advertisements or product pictures! hahaha. I mean, do they not know that the truck is sagging in the rear when the company is taking the picture? I think that looks horrible.. but even WORSE for ProComp.
It's like what JOE said... he had to put in another block to level it out. With ProComp, it seems that installing another block in the rear is par for the course. I never had to do that on my Fabtech lift---in fact, I had to TAKE OUT a block from the rear (Fabtech uses the 8" Superduty rear springs to lift an Excursion 5.5").
Thanks for the pictures and the help. I am still wondering what to do.
Jarrett
5.5" Fabtech, 37x12.5x17 BFG AllTerrains, 17x9 Helo Maxx 8 Chrome. 6.0 Powerstroke Diesel. |
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Hitch
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• Traverse City, MI, USA |
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• Registered on 9/20/2002 |
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Posted:11/4/2004 18:04 |
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I think I would avoid Pro Comp if possible. On other forums they are usually referred to as "Pro Crap". We have Donahoe's 4.5" hanger kit on our Excursion, but haven't towed with it yet. The stock springs do look kinda bad, but the ride is nice. Donahoe also sells a 4" kit, which replaces the front springs. Does BDS make a 4"? Maybe check them out if they do.
2002 Limited Ultimate PSD X, DVD w/3 monitors, Donahoe Racing 4.5" lift, 315 MT/R's, 16x10 Weld Velociti's, Husky Liners front to back, PSD Badges, Hellwig, SCMT, AFE Intake, Banks Monster Exhaust, Autometer gauges in under cubby pod.
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J-Douglas
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• San Antonio, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 3/18/2004 |
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Posted:11/8/2004 04:26 |
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| Quote: | | I think I would avoid Pro Comp if possible. On other forums they are usually referred to as "Pro Crap". We have Donahoe's 4.5" hanger kit on our Excursion, but haven't towed with it yet. The stock springs do look kinda bad, but the ride is nice. Donahoe also sells a 4" kit, which replaces the front springs. Does BDS make a 4"? Maybe check them out if they do. |
Thanks for the idea about Donahoe's 4" spring lift. I will check it out. AS FOR BDS lifts... avoid them at all cost. I have insider information about BDS and I would avoid them. I know too much about BDS to recommend them to anybody. This I know: AVOID BDS. I suppose what else can someone expect from a company that names their suspension line Big Dick Suspension.
Thanks for your help guys! I'm still searchin'.
5.5" Fabtech, 37x12.5x17 BFG AllTerrains, 17x9 Helo Maxx 8 Chrome. 6.0 Powerstroke Diesel. |
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Rudy
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• Douglasville, GA, USA |
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• Registered on 11/16/2016 |
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Posted:12/8/2016 07:15 |
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Hey Guys
I have a 2000 ford excursion that I want to put a pro comp lift kit on. Are there any videos out there
showing me the process.
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