6 inch ProComp lift

catchandkill · 01-16-2007, 09:16 AM

hey guys,
just ordered 6 in ProComp lift. i usually do all my own light mechanic work and do have all the tools and equipment to do this job except i have never done a lift. has anybody done this kit themselves and if so can u give me ur feedback about things i might encounter (like needing to buy longer bolts or cut some shorter, welding or cutting brackets, etc.) that cause this lift to be a little less than the standard bolt-on that it is supposed to be.

VingTsun_Titan · 01-16-2007, 09:20 AM

try a search, I think I recall seeing step by step with pics on some of these lifts. Good luck with it.

54warrior · 01-16-2007, 11:49 AM

You shouldn't have to cut or weld anything. It is definately a 2 person job. I did mine in a friends garage. Took about 11 hours. If we were to jump right in and do another one right afterward, it would take maybe 7 hours. Make sure you get it jacked up off the floor far enough when you start to account for the added lift. You might have problems getting the hubs loose from the spindles, spray them down before hand. It also takes a large socket to get the axle nuts loose on the front cv shafts. If memory serves, its a 32mm (someone correct me if I'm wrong). That should be about the only "special" unordinary tool you'd need. When I installed mine, I did not bother with taking the front differential out like it says in the instructions. I also had problems getting the brake lines loose, make sure you have a set of line wrenches. That's about all I can offer.

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Good Luck.

catchandkill · 01-16-2007, 12:34 PM

hey 54warrior that looks like my truck! well, what it is gonnan look alike after my lift. what tires do u have and can u post a larger picture of ur avatar?

thanx

CVTITAN · 01-16-2007, 12:53 PM

I have installed both the CST and the Procomp. The Procomp is far easier I think to install. Ill think twice before doing another CST. Its an easy install. Just clean everything underneath good with a pressure washer will help with stuff falling in your face. Make sure you have the right sockets and wrenches before you start and spray bolts with penetrating lube first.
(14mm,17mm,19mm,21mm,22mm,32mm sockets and wrenches) Air tools help.

I hope I didnt forget a size? Oh and make sure the truck is level....
Hope this helps

54warrior · 01-16-2007, 07:30 PM

Here is a link to my post with pics...

Another set of 6" lift pics...

I have 35x12.50-17 ProComp Mud Terrains on 17x9" Xtreme Alloy 1079's

aldaman · 01-17-2007, 06:02 AM

Here's a link of the installation instructions for the lift kit...In preparation of your lift, you can read up on it ahead of time before your kit comes in..Hope this helps...

http://www.explorerprocomp.com/PDFs/is/59001.pdf

FLAKO · 03-04-2009, 03:23 AM

Hey anyone install there 6" pro comp lift? What parts need to be changed in the rear? the blocks u bolts and break line is there a e brake relocation braket??

54warrior · 03-04-2009, 04:05 AM

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Originally Posted by FLAKO

Hey anyone install there 6" pro comp lift? What parts need to be changed in the rear? the blocks u bolts and break line is there a e brake relocation braket??

U-bolts, blocks, and install a few simple brake line extension brackets. The lines themselves remain the same. Should take <1hr for the rear.

paradysz · 10-04-2009, 06:14 PM

how much would it cost for lift install

vilim12 · 10-04-2009, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 54warrior

You shouldn't have to cut or weld anything. It is definately a 2 person job. I did mine in a friends garage. Took about 11 hours. If we were to jump right in and do another one right afterward, it would take maybe 7 hours. Make sure you get it jacked up off the floor far enough when you start to account for the added lift. You might have problems getting the hubs loose from the spindles, spray them down before hand. It also takes a large socket to get the axle nuts loose on the front cv shafts. If memory serves, its a 32mm (someone correct me if I'm wrong). That should be about the only "special" unordinary tool you'd need. When I installed mine, I did not bother with taking the front differential out like it says in the instructions. I also had problems getting the brake lines loose, make sure you have a set of line wrenches. That's about all I can offer.

Similar posts:
Do it yourself procomp??And those Coilovers

Pro-Comp Lift Install Time

Good Luck.

Another thing he forgot to add is, make sure your truck can drive back out of the garage afterwards lol

**adkl1** · 10-04-2009, 06:34 PM

That would suck, i would have that problem if i did a lift in my garage.....

vilim12 · 10-04-2009, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by adkl1

That would suck, i would have that problem if i did a lift in my garage.....

same here lol

Duprizee16 · 10-04-2009, 07:38 PM

put it this way,i have an 07 crewcab. i have never put a lift kit on a truck before, nor helped in any.me and my buddy who is not "mechanically inclined" put it on in a weekend.the directions are pretty good-youre going to run into things here and there but youll be ok in my opinion. my quote to have it installed was close to a grand, so i figured id give it a shot and save the money and it turned out perfect!

FLAKO · 10-12-2009, 12:04 AM

Dude i installed my own lift and it took me the hole weekend but i changed out the hole back i installed the prg shackles and the deaver lift springs also i did the prg front uper control arms it was a lil harder BUT im sitting on 37" tires and some dub duses lol...