Couple questions on lifts and 4x4

[Nortex]

Im told a lift for my 99 with autotrac is.much more expensive. Why is that?
Next I have never been a 4x4 guy so can some one tell me when to use each option and what to never do.

 

[Jerky Arm Ape]

The lift itself isn't more expensive, you just have to buy an aftermarket drive shaft.
I believe it has cv joints instead of u joints.
If you have a 4 door you are required to buy a torsion bar crossmember as well.

Like the RCX 6" kit:
Lift $1000.00
Sway bar end links + $$
Torsion bar crossmember $200+
Auto trac drive shaft about $500
It's about $1700-1800 added all together

I don't remember the exact prices of all the extras.
I have a '98 4 door with auto trac and researched lift kits earlier this year
But tossed the option out of the window and opted for a body lift

I haven't researched any other kits that are $1500+ but they may come with the extras.

 

[Nortex]

Pics with that bl

 

[Jerky Arm Ape]

Actually starting on it before work in the morning. I just put about $1700 worth of steering and suspension parts on it including two new tires.


Will post a pic of when the body lift is installed and ride height has been adjusted

 

[bowtiefreak]

as stated above, the need for a replacement front driveshaft to avoid / minimize vibrations due to altered angles in the shaft

 

[Nortex]

So can I do a 3" body, 1" block and a small crank?

 

[Gzes]

Yes

 

[Jerky Arm Ape]

Never did make it back to you with a picture.

Have you chosen your lifting method?

 

[Nortex]

I've done a small crank and 1" block as of now. I'm goinv to add a bl when I need tires

 

[Jerky Arm Ape]

Good deal.
Sounds like a good plan.
What kind of shocks are you running?

I always upgrade my shock absorbers when I add a body Lift.
Especially if your on stock wheels.