Which Rough Country 3" Lift?

[twilkie]

I think I've found just about all of the threads on the 3" RC lift. There are lots of bad, but also some good.. I was just wondering if those people who had issues used the 269s, or if the same issues persist with the newer 277s kit that includes new a-arms. I really want a trouble free lift as where I live is extremely far from any shops if I have any issues, and don't know if I want to go as big as the 6.5" BDS that seems to come highly recommended.

[stlavsa]

I think I've found just about all of the threads on the 3" RC lift. There are lots of bad, but also some good.. I was just wondering if those people who had issues used the 269s, or if the same issues persist with the newer 277s kit that includes new a-arms. I really want a trouble free lift as where I live is extremely far from any shops if I have any issues, and don't know if I want to go as big as the 6.5" BDS that seems to come highly recommended.

 

If u want a good lift thats not very big go with a CST 4" lift. Its alot more money though but theres a reason for that.

[blackout07]

I think I've found just about all of the threads on the 3" RC lift. There are lots of bad, but also some good.. I was just wondering if those people who had issues used the 269s, or if the same issues persist with the newer 277s kit that includes new a-arms. I really want a trouble free lift as where I live is extremely far from any shops if I have any issues, and don't know if I want to go as big as the 6.5" BDS that seems to come highly recommended.

 

 

All of the problems that I am aware of were with the original kits, which included the UCA's. That was one of the weakest points, due to crappy ball joints. Do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

[Matt_]

I agree 100% with matt and steve.

 

If i was going to get a 4" lift, i'd go with the CST. If you really want 3", your best bet is a body lift... or if you can live with 1.5-2", go ahead with a spacer kit.

 

Another point which a lot of people don't talk about (because I dont think a lot of people think about) is the issues that those "replacement UCAs" can cause. Sure... they correct the balljoint angle when the truck is sitting there, but now you've extended the length of one piece of a 4 link mechanism. OEM suspension geometry is optimized to keep the tire vertical throughout it's range of motion, but changing the length of one of the armatures, you've ruined the design and could cause issues down the road such as tire wear. Remember, when you're driving your truck the suspension is constantly moving.... Just something to consider (PS: some of the better suspension lifts take this into account and some do not)