Ford/Chevy truck lifts

[SoCal_fun]

Are there any Ford or Chevy dealers that do lift kits as part of the dealer options. How would you rate these as opposed to aftermarket shops doing the work. I would like to roll the whole deal into the loan if possible and not have to pay cash for lift, etc.
Thanks for the input! :)

[Jrocket]

Are there any Ford or Chevy dealers that do lift kits as part of the dealer options. How would you rate these as opposed to aftermarket shops doing the work. I would like to roll the whole deal into the loan if possible and not have to pay cash for lift, etc.
Thanks for the input! :)
The dealers farm out the work to the little guys to do,at least all of the dealers i know of do.dont worry about the quality of the job done but worry about paying interest on a lift kit for the entire time your paying for the truck.Not the best way to do it unless thats your only option.

[JetBoatRich]

Are there any Ford or Chevy dealers that do lift kits as part of the dealer options. How would you rate these as opposed to aftermarket shops doing the work. I would like to roll the whole deal into the loan if possible and not have to pay cash for lift, etc.
Thanks for the input! :)
Sounds like you are getting serious about our talk the other day :rolleyes: drop the dime and go pick out a new truck :rolleyes:

[Jrocket]

What dealer are you shopping at?

[SoCal_fun]

Sounds like you are getting serious about our talk the other day :rolleyes: drop the dime and go pick out a new truck :rolleyes:
Yea, getting close I think. Not sure if I want the soft riding Cheby 2500 or the toughter F250. I'm gonn check out Raffs new ride and then look at the chevys and drive them all.
I want ot do the auto show to and see whats there and whats coming down the road.

[Jrocket]

Yea, getting close I think. Not sure if I want the soft riding Cheby 2500 or the toughter F250. I'm gonn check out Raffs new ride and then look at the chevys and drive them all.
I want ot do the auto show to and see whats there and whats coming down the road.
The 05 Fords ride way better than the 04's,and the chevys are really nice too.
If you want to find out whats coming up in the future,you'll find out more on the internet than the show,trust me there.

[SoCal_fun]

The 05 Fords ride way better than the 04's,and the chevys are really nice too.
If you want to find out whats coming up in the future,you'll find out more on the internet than the show,trust me there.
Thanks, I'll check around.

[jdogginla]

Galpin Ford.........customizes alot of their trucks, including lifts. Instead of calling their trucks customized, they call em Galpinized. The nice thing is they will warranty alot/most of work if you buy it Galpinized. But you are paying a large markup on the custom work. There's room to negotiate but not much since they know most people prefer to buy the truck already done.
Good luck

[JetBoatRich]

Yea, getting close I think. Not sure if I want the soft riding Cheby 2500 or the toughter F250. I'm gonn check out Raffs new ride and then look at the chevys and drive them all.
I want ot do the auto show to and see whats there and whats coming down the road.
You need to drive a F-350 Dually, come take mine for a spin :D

[SoCal_fun]

You need to drive a F-350 Dually, come take mine for a spin :D
This sounds like a great idea! I'm gonna test out Marks (Raff) tomorrow too (F250 4x4 powerstroke). Alright, where's cale when I need him.... doesn't he drive a Cheby 2500??? Cale, can you say ........ TEST DRIVE!

[SoCal_fun]

Hey, is it PhotogLou that is the Cheby guy for HB?? I think thats him? I need to check out a 2500 Avalanche 496 and an 2500HD Duramax. I'll pm him if thats him.
help..... :cool:

[cc322]

I just bought a super duty at fairway ford, and right next door they have Fairway RV and performance shop, they are scheduled to do my lift as part of the deal worked on the truck. I have a due bill for the work to be completed, I just need to make up my mind on what I want for sure. I just need to figure what kit is best for me, and how high, and what size tires to run, I really dont want to hurt performance. If you go the Ford route than Jim at fairway is pretty cool to tak to.Good luck

[SoCal_fun]

I just bought a super duty at fairway ford, and right next door they have Fairway RV and performance shop, they are scheduled to do my lift as part of the deal worked on the truck. I have a due bill for the work to be completed, I just need to make up my mind on what I want for sure. I just need to figure what kit is best for me, and how high, and what size tires to run, I really dont want to hurt performance. If you go the Ford route than Jim at fairway is pretty cool to tak to.Good luck
Thank you. That is the kind of thing I was hoping for. Personal experiences with certain dealers or shops. I will talk to Jim and see whats what. I wonder how they compare to galpin.

[mike37]

The 05 Fords ride way better than the 04's,and the chevys are really nice too.
If you want to find out whats coming up in the future,you'll find out more on the internet than the show,trust me there.
if you want somthing that rids like a car go buy a car

[SoCal_fun]

if you want somthing that rids like a car go buy a car
No shit huh? I'll keep that in mind......

[LUVNLIFE]

This sounds like a great idea! I'm gonna test out Marks (Raff) tomorrow too (F250 4x4 powerstroke). Alright, where's cale when I need him.... doesn't he drive a Cheby 2500??? Cale, can you say ........ TEST DRIVE!
You can test drive the HD2500 anytime, plus the work truck is a 250SuperDuty if you need to compare anything side by side.

[Jrocket]

if you want somthing that rids like a car go buy a car
I would of never thought of that.Come up with that on your own?

[SoCal_fun]

You can test drive the HD2500 anytime, plus the work truck is a 250SuperDuty if you need to compare anything side by side.
Thanks Cale, preciate it. If'n we see ya soon, I'll take you up on it okay. :messedup:

[Kilrtoy]

Galpin Ford.........customizes alot of their trucks, including lifts. Instead of calling their trucks customized, they call em Galpinized. The nice thing is they will warranty alot/most of work if you buy it Galpinized. But you are paying a large markup on the custom work. There's room to negotiate but not much since they know most people prefer to buy the truck already done.
Good luck
So true, Buy it from them and it is all warranty and you can buy an extended warranty on it also.
We had our 02 supercrew F150 lowered by them and drove better than stock and it was under WARRANTY....

[Excessive Force]

Lets see $5000 for a lift bought cash vs a $8000-$9000 lift from the dealer plus interest over a few years.......hmmmm

[mike37]

I would of never thought of that.Come up with that on your own?
ya
its just that every one wants there truck to ride like a car
well if rids like a car its not a truck just a show toy

[Excessive Force]

...truck to ride like a car ...
Definitely describing a cheby

[SoCal_fun]

So true, Buy it from them and it is all warranty and you can buy an extended warranty on it also.
We had our 02 supercrew F150 lowered by them and drove better than stock and it was under WARRANTY....
Thanks Kilr! :)

[SHAKEN Not Stirred]

Hey, is it PhotogLou that is the Cheby guy for HB?? I think thats him? I need to check out a 2500 Avalanche 496 and an 2500HD Duramax. I'll pm him if thats him.
help..... :cool:
Jay's number is 714-552-0300
For the lift....Off Road Unlimited (ORU) in Burbank.
CJG
:cool:

[PHOTOGLOU]

PM me your number and I'll call you Monday Jay

[raff]

Larry,
I'll come up a little early and we can take the Truck for a spin :rollside:
Wheres that mud hole :220v:
Still need to get the bigger tires but not sure about the lift yet, the 5k
is not really in the budget..
Mark out

[raff]

Btw dose Marin know about this?

[JetBoatRich]

Larry,
I'll come up a little early and we can take the Truck for a spin :rollside:
Wheres that mud hole :220v:
Still need to get the bigger tires but not sure about the lift yet, the 5k
is not really in the budget..
Mark out
I am in for that ride :2purples: I pulled a guy out Friday, buried to the frame :eek:
The desert and mud is right down the street for us :wink:

[BADBLOWN572]

I know that Ford of Orange goes to Donahoe for all of their lift kits. If I remember correctly, they will only do a 4.5" lift due to the warranty. Not sure. I know when I was looking for my truck, I went there and they told me that they were able to lift it for me and be responsible for the warranty. Didn't get it there and got a killer deal on my lift kit from FastTimmy. Worked out best for me.

[SoCal_fun]

Hi all, thanks for the responses. I was busy yesterday (party) and today (I'll explain in a moment).
I took a test drive in Raff's F250 4x4 powerstroke during my party yesterday and fell in love instantly. So, thats what I was busy doing today.
Got an 05 4x4 F250 SD crewcab short bed powerstroke with the Lariat package.
Wedgewood blue to match the boat.
Got it loaded with Lojack and 100,000mi warranty and 12 inch widescreen DVD/TV for the kids in back for 43,000 + dvd (1399). BUT Galpin would not do the lift anymore (used to). They recommended a place and I will check it out. It will not affect warranty if under either 4.5 or 6, not clear which (my dealer said 6, Raff says 4.5). Either should let me drop on 35's so I will be happy.
I'm in love already.
Sorry Photoglou..... This is my first FORD and I love it already.
Thanks again all!!

[JetBoatRich]

Don't mess around Larry :D
Congratulations, try to check it out this weekend :D we will be headed out riding, locally :jawdrop: so bring it out to the end of 90th :cool:

[jdogginla]

Ahhh post the pics man :hammer2:

[PHOTOGLOU]

Hi all, thanks for the responses. I was busy yesterday (party) and today (I'll explain in a moment).
I took a test drive in Raff's F250 4x4 powerstroke during my party yesterday and fell in love instantly. So, thats what I was busy doing today.
Got an 05 4x4 F250 SD crewcab short bed powerstroke with the Lariat package.
Wedgewood blue to match the boqt.
Got it loaded with Lojack and 100,000mi warranty and 12 inch widescreen DVD/TV for the kids in back for 43,000 + dvd (1399). BUT Galpin would not do the life anymore (used to). They recommended a place and I will check it out. It will not affect warranty if under either 4.5 or 6, not clear which (my dealer said 6, Raff says 4.5). Either should let me drop on 35's so I will be happy.
I'm in love already.
Sorry Photoglou..... This is my first FORD and I love it already.
Thanks again all!!Congrats Hope it works Great for you. NEXT TIME :wink: I'll call you faster :2purples:

[SoCal_fun]

Don't mess around Larry :D
Congratulations, try to check it out this weekend :D we will be headed out riding, locally :jawdrop: so bring it out to the end of 90th :cool:
You bet, see you there! :)

[SoCal_fun]

Ahhh post the pics man :hammer2:
As soon as it stops raining for a minute I'll do that, LOL!!!
Thanks for asking... :)

[essexjet]

Congrats on the new truck. Even though my is an 04 I went with the 6" and 35 and just love the height, just right.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/1905Picture_163-med.jpg

[SoCal_fun]

Congrats on the new truck. Even though my is an 04 I went with the 6" and 35 and just love the height, just right.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/1905Picture_163-med.jpg
Did that void the warranty or did they say it was ok. I'd like to go 6 but want to keep susp. warranty intact.

[BADBLOWN572]

For the lift, talk to FastTimmy. I have the '04 F-250 4x4 and I went with their 6" on 37's. I have been told that since I did not go over 6" it did not void my warranty. I would check with your dealer first just to double check.
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/3146/1598IMG_0715.JPG
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/3146/1598IMG_0722.JPG

[JB in so cal]

Larry,
I'll come up a little early and we can take the Truck for a spin :rollside:
Wheres that mud hole :220v:
Still need to get the bigger tires but not sure about the lift yet, the 5k
is not really in the budget..
Mark out
Sheeesh! A new Ultra; a new truck. Did you find a mattress full of cash, somewhere?
LOL!
JB

[JB in so cal]

Hi all, thanks for the responses. I was busy yesterday (party) and today (I'll explain in a moment).
I took a test drive in Raff's F250 4x4 powerstroke during my party yesterday and fell in love instantly. So, thats what I was busy doing today.
Got an 05 4x4 F250 SD crewcab short bed powerstroke with the Lariat package.
Wedgewood blue to match the boat.
Got it loaded with Lojack and 100,000mi warranty and 12 inch widescreen DVD/TV for the kids in back for 43,000 + dvd (1399). BUT Galpin would not do the lift anymore (used to). They recommended a place and I will check it out. It will not affect warranty if under either 4.5 or 6, not clear which (my dealer said 6, Raff says 4.5). Either should let me drop on 35's so I will be happy.
I'm in love already.
Sorry Photoglou..... This is my first FORD and I love it already.
Thanks again all!!
Congrats. Nice truck, huh? Almost pulled the trigger on one last month; exactly what you got, too. Niiiiiiiiiiiice!
JB

[essexjet]

Did that void the warranty or did they say it was ok. I'd like to go 6 but want to keep susp. warranty intact.
No it didn't void it. Like Blown, I kept it at 6" and I also agree to give fastTimmy a call. Donahoe make to great product.

[LUVNLIFE]

Congrats Larry. Now you and Rich can take turns pulling each other out. :) :D

[Newcastle]

I just sent Fast Timmy a PM...any idea how busy he is, where he's out of, and how long he'll take to complete the lift?
BTW, BadBlown, I dig the wheel package you've got. What are they and what'd they run you? They look like the Lexani truck wheels. You go 12.50 or 13.50? And how much for the entire job? Sorry for all the questions, I've just been getting the run-around for a month from a couple people. Thanks

[Doug H.]

What the hell is that suppose to mean Cale ??? :hammerhea cause they drive a ford ?......................................

[Jetdriver]

Congrats Larry. Now you and Rich can take turns pulling each other out. :) :D
Did you say pulling out of each other? Damn! LOL :rollside: Oh hey Doug go **** yourself!

[LUVNLIFE]

Oh that's right Doug you have a Ford. I'm sure they will let you join in. Besides Raff(Mark) needs a partner :D :D

[BADBLOWN572]

I just sent Fast Timmy a PM...any idea how busy he is, where he's out of, and how long he'll take to complete the lift?
BTW, BadBlown, I dig the wheel package you've got. What are they and what'd they run you? They look like the Lexani truck wheels. You go 12.50 or 13.50? And how much for the entire job? Sorry for all the questions, I've just been getting the run-around for a month from a couple people. Thanks
FastTimmy works for Donahoe Racing who manufacturers the lift. As far as I know, they have everything in stock for their lift kits. They are in Anaheim, off of the 91 between the 55 and 57. They manufacturer the lifts and sell them to their distributors. For the install, I would highly recommend JW Fabrication in Fullerton. I sent it to them and it turned out awesome! I am extremely happy with the job they did.
The wheels I have on my truck are the Weld Racing "Mountain Crushers." The tires are BF Goodrich Mud Terrains and are 37x12.5x17. I wish I would have gone with the 13.5's instead of the 12.5's, but I already had the tires. As for pricing, talk to FastTimmy. The price I got was untouchable. I did my research and it was BY FAR the best deal that I could have received.

[Doug H.]

Cale................... your treading on thin ice here. :hammer2:

[essexjet]

As for pricing, talk to FastTimmy. The price I got was untouchable. I did my research and it was BY FAR the best deal that I could have received.
Absolutly!!! By the way also go with the Donahoe Reservoir Shocks you would be disappointed!

[SoCal_fun]

Thanks Essexj and BadB.
I'm gonna pm fasttimmy and see whats what. BB, your truck looks rad!
I'm thinking the M/T classic lock wheels or Robby Gordons myself and maybe m/t fc-II tires. I don't know what sizes to specify, I'm still trying to learn all that stuff.
Any good sites that will help me figure out what sizes to go with??

[SoCal_fun]

Doug, whats up................. howzit hangn bro?
Cale, F. U. !!! j/k LOL!!!! :)

[LUVNLIFE]

Hey Larry you know it,,,,J/K. :D BTW that's what I say F Me :D :D

[cc322]

might want to try and calling fast timmy at donahoe, I sent him a pm about a week ago for info on a lift for my f250 and havent heard from him yet. Think I will try him at the shop. Not sure if I want to go with the 4.5 in and 35's or the 3in leveling kit an 33's a little worried about the power loss on the v10 running 35's. Any thoughts

[JetBoatRich]

Thanks Essexj and BadB.
I'm gonna pm fasttimmy and see whats what. BB, your truck looks rad!
I'm thinking the M/T classic lock wheels or Robby Gordons myself and maybe m/t fc-II tires. I don't know what sizes to specify, I'm still trying to learn all that stuff.
Any good sites that will help me figure out what sizes to go with??
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[BADBLOWN572]

Thanks Essexj and BadB.
I'm gonna pm fasttimmy and see whats what. BB, your truck looks rad!
I'm thinking the M/T classic lock wheels or Robby Gordons myself and maybe m/t fc-II tires. I don't know what sizes to specify, I'm still trying to learn all that stuff.
Any good sites that will help me figure out what sizes to go with??
I would also look into the Walker Evans rims. They are kick ass! I wish I would have known about them before I bought mine. If you are going with a 6" lift, I would recommend 37 x 13.5 x rim size. If you are going to go smaller, I would go with the 35 x 12.5 x rim size.
Check out Donahoe Racing (http://www.donahoeracing.com) and go to their galleries. There are a lot of people on there that have different size lifts that they show as well as tire sizes.

[SoCal_fun]

Thanks BB.
Here are the pics pre-lift.
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5df35b3127cce9e254f70d43b00000016108Abs3LNm2cti
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5df35b3127cce9e254ef0942300000016108Abs3LNm2cti
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5df35b3127cce9e254d5dd41700000016108Abs3LNm2cti
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5df35b3127cce9e254d6c551600000016108Abs3LNm2cti
I had a BUNCH of mud on it prior to thses pics. Been 4x4'n in the mud around here in the Quartz Hill area..... fun!!!!

[JetBoatRich]

:D Nice Larry :D
Looks small without a lift and tires :idea:

[SoCal_fun]

I thought the same thing.
Rich, where did you have your lift done?

[JetBoatRich]

I thought the same thing.
Rich, where did you have your lift done?
4wd shop near Pomona :D