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Old Jul 7, 2012 | 08:46 PM
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Hello, i was wondering how much a 2" suspension lift would change the gas consumption? How much does an OME or Terrafirm lift usually run? Thanks for the help!
 
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Old Jul 8, 2012 | 07:53 AM
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less then 1/4 MPG is a safe bet, the larger tires will be what changes your mileage, what size are you planning on going to?
As for cost, depending on the quality of the lift, you will be looking at $500 to $800 plus labor if you don't install it yourself.
If you are looking for good quality lifts consider OME, RTE and Iron Man Suspensions.
 
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Old Jul 8, 2012 | 08:23 AM
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I was thinking 32'' or 33''s, but I wasn't sure if you would need to shave any fender to fit those with a two inch lift.. Also what tires do you recommend, I was considering some BFG's?
 
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Old Jul 8, 2012 | 09:05 AM
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I got some rubbing with 7.50x16's (32"), which are the narrowest 32" you can find. This is on a D1. Some rear fender trimming and 2" body lift took care of it.
 
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Old Jul 8, 2012 | 09:18 AM
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Do you have a D1 or D2?
 
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Old Jul 8, 2012 | 10:33 AM
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I have a 2003 DII SE
 
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Old Jul 8, 2012 | 11:19 AM
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I have seen some people with D2's run 33"s, but I would go to at least a 2.5" lift.
So, you know, you will loose a fair amount of low end torque, are you prepared for gears and possibly more for the diffs?
 
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Old Jul 9, 2012 | 12:37 AM
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No, I dont think that I an going to end up lifting it, I an going to put money towards tires, a roof rack and I might install a cb radio! I also plan on getting a winch bar
 
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Old Jul 9, 2012 | 09:01 AM
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Do you have 16 or 18" wheels, what size tires are you thinking about installing?
 
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Old Jul 9, 2012 | 06:27 PM
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I have 18" rims, so whats the largest you think that i could fit without rubbing or trimming?
 
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