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Thanks for the props guys!!!!!!

and yes, my truck would look GREAT right next to that blacked out Camaro... I would like to black out my Roush but it sits pretty as it is and I honestly don't wanna spend more money on it since it's paid off... so whatevs. I'll save that since i'm buying a new 5.0 GT next year and blacking that out so I'll have the 3 black brothers. HA!!

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LOOKS AWESOME!!!:perfect10s: :D :D :D

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Hi ROUSH i see your house and shop is all fix after all the water last year when can i come for a beer or 2 BRO? :jump:

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Paid off or not, I'd still splurge for a BBK. Otherwise sick!

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what do you mean a BBK? you mean the BBK for Mustang parts

and thanks Tracy, those pics were actually taken in 2007, so that garage is gone, but dont worry I gotta post pics of the new shop, its 99% done, I think youll like it :jump:

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you can get an extra 10 hp if you change the caps on your washer fluid and looks like the coolant cap to something that says ROUSH on it!

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Doesn't really look like it needs another 10 hp:twak:

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...but I do think that the Roushs are out of balance...there needs to be at least one more Roush on the right side somewhere. I don't know if that will get you any more HP but it will definitely help identify what package is on your 'stang.

Found this on ebay...maybe stick one on the CAI:



Just jokes...nice ride.

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Oh yea BBK isn't that a Mustang tuner? I was referring to a Big Brake Kit. ie: Brembo's, Stop Tech etc...

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Just to throw in some more sass on the lifting discussion... if you are going to lift, I suggest you go with the 6". What happens is you decide to go not so big, just enough to get tire clearance. This is what I did the first time, think I went with the skyjacker 5.5". Anyway, I was getting a little rubbing from the 37's, not much though. Over time, you keep looking at it and you think it could be a little meaner, a little more tougher, so you start thinking bigger wheels, bigger tires, etc. What happens is you end up switching things up and running out of space- lift is maxed, keys are torqued, and there is no more room. You are already in it to deep to drop everything and throw on a bigger lift.

6" is perfect, lets you get up to 40's minimal rubbing and it really looks the best in my opinion. Really balances the size of the truck with the wheels under it without making it look like a redneck monster truck. It's a good look though, looks even better if you drop the side steps. I really wanted to go with Bimmer's 24x40 look, but that was costing an extra few thousand to go that route over my current one, so I stuck with the 20's. Either way, from my experience it is just better to give yourself some breathing room and go with a 6" from the start. Trust me, if you go lower than that, you will pay for it over time second guessing and changing stuff up to get closer to that look. I know I still am.:mad:

By the way, nice cars guys! My marriage cut me short of the black on black sports car; was really looking to get into a black on black Lotus Evora. Guess I can only hope for that promotion at work.

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Rancho with keys will fit 40's. or 37's/38's w/o.

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I saw in your earlier pics that you changed to a rancho? Are you still running the rancho with the 40's?

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H2Much or Me?

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Nope, still on the skyjacker. They used some rancho parts to accomodate the lift to my vehicle, but I'm still on the 5-1/2".

Really wish I went with the 6" though, seen a lot of them and they just seem like they look so much better.

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I parked next to a H2 with a Febtech lift when I was just on my Rancho and we were level. Granted I don't have a spare tire on the back so my torsions were probably cranked a lil more to level it then a SUV or SUT with a spare...

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When you guys say ranchos what are you talking about? A kit or rancho shocks?

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When you did that, did you have your bodylift installed?

Speaking of body lifts, did you install it or have the company that made them for you install it?

I’m going to be ready for new tires soon and 40’s would be a perfect fit. I have 37’s or 38’s on there now and I could probably go another 1-2” more. I’d say 39’s (if there was such a thing) would be perfect.

Lemme know...




Kit...


Mark

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@ Mark

Before my body lift.


The 40's fit with my Rancho kit and Truxxx leveling kit and rear spacer. I run 24x12 Rockstars and they rubbed turning. I didn't want to trim in fear of hacking up the wells, I ended up trimming just 2" off the bottom. If you do run the keys I would highly recommend the Cognito upper A arms, (which you already have) to make it easier to align and correct the angles. If memory serves me correctly Mark you are running a 20x10 XD wheel. I think your rubbing would be very minor if you went 40's (with the Truxxx keys and spacers). I remember you upgraded from the 35" Mickey Thompsons to 37" Toyos. I just like a lot of wheel well gap so it doesn't look stuffed, so I did the 2" BL and have articulation room when pulling up an incline while turning since I run such a wide wheel.

I had Rides of Conover NC to it. Speak to Brandon if you want it done, they said they wouldn't bother buying a complete 03-05' 2500 HD kit since most of the kit is not used. Just buy the pucks and bolts. The steering extension that came with my kit was installed, but they said wasn't necessary on a 2" BL. The rear hitch and bumper assembly was raised with 2" stock, I played with it to make it perfect, but they did a great job overall.

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40's before body lift.




40's after body lift.

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I LOVE the stance of your truck. The gapping and spacing is perfect. Since power isn't an issue for me, I'm not worried about a taller tire an having less gear ratio. (of course, 4.56 gears don't hurt either...lol)

I'll be picking your brain soon enough, I'll give Brandon a call.

Mark

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Yea like I said, they fit with the Rancho and Truxxx kit, but the spacing from the top of the tire and fender flare looked stuffed to me. Feel free to give me a call with any questions Mark.

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i was just looking at that rancho 4" lift kit. it says you cant use the stock wheels with the kit? why is that?

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I think cause it utilizes taller spindles (or steering knuckles) that would normal fit inside the wheel barrel so an aftermarket wheel with a lower offset would fit next to it. The Ranch is higher then 4" btw, they just market it that way.

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so, if im looking for after market wheels, what offset should i look for IF i ever do this kit?

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Refer to my earlier post. Backspacing is more important than offset. These two are often confused.

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LOL you guys are hilarious with all the Roush stuff... hey, I paid enough money for the name... might as well display it. lol
And Bimmer, I do have a Break kit now on it, it just wasn't on there back in '07... there is a lot of stuff that wasn't on back in '07. I just have to update the pics lol

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ok, but most wheel companies that i have seen only offer 2 different offsets. that why i refer to what offset to get.

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i have the green keys for my hummer, how much will those lift the front end before the ride just goes down hill? can i get 3" of lift out of it or is that too much? im thinking about getting 2" rear shock spacers and then leveling the truck off. and i think it will be around 2 1/2" -3" that the green keys will have to go up. if i can only get 2" of lift, ill go with 1.5" shock spacers for the rear. any opinions?

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You're right. You have to ask for backspacing. The bastards never list it.

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More pics? I know we have some more lifted rides out there...:popcorn:

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:iagree: :iagree: :iagree:

I'm waiting for some parts on mine to come in/install and I'll hit y'all with a few more of mine.

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is a -25 too much of a offset for a hummer? im looking at getting these wheels possibly, but i dont know how this offset will look. they say this is the only offset that comes in these wheels. i dont have the backspacing but i have a hub bore. its 130.81. can you help me out?

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Just a couple quick cell phone shots of my truck. I'll have better pics once I get the new wheels and tires and all the other parts I have are installed.

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Nice!! I'm assuming Fabtech lift? And what wheels and tires are you moving to?

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Yep, Fabtech lift w/dual hoop shocks up front. I'm getting some 22" fuel hostage wheels with 40x15.50 mud grapplers. The wheels and tires on there right now are too small.

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that will look great!! Pics when installed please!! :)

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Not in my opinion. I'm running -44mm. most 20x10s are -24mmissshhhh... So you're right on the money.

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Sweet. I just ordered the wheels. Anyone got a place to get good deals on tires now?

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Discounttiredirect is where I got mine and they are awesome!! Fast delivery great Service and they price match/beat anything u can find!

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with a 20x10 wheel and -25 offset, should i go with a 37x12.50 wide or 37x13.50?