What does it take to go up from a 3.5" Rough Country lift? I have new springs, shocks, add-a-leaf, stabilizer and bump stops. What do I need to go up to a 4.5 or 5" lift. I know I need short arms and brake lines, but what else? Is there a build thread? Thanks guys.

 

your gunna need different drive lines that are extended. and a lowered pitman arm. and if you dont have an adjustable panhard bar you will need to get a longer one or an adjustable one.

 

how much longer on the drive lines? Is there a guide? I know, NOOBIE.

 

brakelines
adjustable trackbar
coil springs
real full leafs not add a leafs
shocks for the appropriate lift height
shackles
adjustable uppers and lower control arms
SYE with front stock driveline

why would you need longer drive lines? you can use a stock front shaft for the rear....... also at that height you dont need a drop pitman arm

 

Thanks, that helps allot. So really the only thing I can keep from my existing lift is the stabilizer.

 

a stabilizer is like a band aid. a well built rig with appropriate alignment doesnt need a stabilizer.

you could use coil spacers in the front for added lift and keep your stock coils.

 

so that you dont run out of slip in the yolk. you need a good amount of contact between the teeth. but if you dont think you need it then go for it. im just trying to help out with what i kno. ive had my times of mechanics

 

he doesnt need to lengthen his drive lines. SYE and stock front shaft for the rear. the front shaft is more then long enough for 4.5-5" lift

 

confused

 

brakelines
adjustable trackbar
coil springs or coil spacers
real full leafs not add a leafs
shocks for the appropriate lift height
shackles
adjustable uppers and lower control arms
SYE with front stock driveline

here is what you need ^ mechanic by trade and dont know what the other guy is talking about. hes confusing me to

 

Sounds killer, I am going shopping. Thanks.