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 Gen 1 3'' Body Lift Questions
#1080095
03/09/16 07:17 AM
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Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 18
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Need a Spot
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I'm wanting to do a 3" BL on my Gen 1 LWB. From what I've read, I haven't seen anyone who has done a 3", only 2". My question is has anyone done a 3" BL and are there any major obstacles aside from the normal obstacles one encounters when doing a 2"?
Thanks,
DJ
1989 Montero LS LWB
Rear LSD, KYB's, 3.0L, Lockup A/T, 2" BL, T-Bar Crank, 33" MTZ's, Full Length Roof Rack, 9k Winch with custom bumper, Rock Sliderz
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Re: Gen 1 3'' Body Lift Questions
[Re: DJPASS7]
#1080099
03/10/16 02:44 AM
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 2,348
Body Damage is Cool
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My understanding is a lengthening of the shifters is required. Also you will need new hoses. There is enough for 2", but not 3".
89 SWB, V-6 5SPD, OME Shocks, 16.5X37's, 2"BL, SR axle, Gen2 brakes, Lincoln w/Superwinch
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Re: Gen 1 3'' Body Lift Questions
[Re: DJPASS7]
#1080100
03/10/16 05:09 AM
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Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 108
Wheeler
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For what it is worth here is what I remember from doing a 3" BL my 87 2.6 swb with leafs in rear so yours might be more involved.
I didn't have to lengthen the shifters but did add a custom knob to the t-case shifter for added height.
The radiator or shroud will need to be modified for proper cooling, if you move rad up the hoses might reach. Not sure how involved it will be, I need to do to mine now that the weather is warming.
I extended my fuel filler hose with a section of exhaust pipe, but I believe some people have moved the tank up.
"Turbobitchero" (named by jealous wife) 87 swb base, 89 starion intercooled turbo engine, Bouncy seat, posi in rear, "miller locked" in the front with manual hubs, 3" BL, 305/70/16 bfg's. Sponsored by IAWDLR Racing
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