Lift kit and Tires

[Jozef Zoldos]

I have a 2011 Expedition EL and I would like to put a little Lift kit on it. How do I figure out what the biggest Tire that I can put on the vehicle?

 

[Dion Rebello]

I just installed a ReadyLift 3/2 SST 69-2070 kit with Mstercraft 295/70r18s (34.3inch) tires. I now have to add a 1-inch spacer as the gap to the UCA is too close for comfort. You can check out their site, but from memory you can fit upto 33inch tires without any issues

 

[oldpaddy]

I just installed a ReadyLift 3/2 SST 69-2070 kit with Mstercraft 295/70r18s (34.3inch) tires. I now have to add a 1-inch spacer as the gap to the UCA is too close for comfort. You can check out their site, but from memory you can fit upto 33inch tires without any issues

Keep an eye on your ball joints, links and cv axles. I just had a shit load of work done and it's debatable whether the 3/2 readylifts were the cause or the age of the parts and driving I do. I had bds upper control arms installed. Time will tell if that solves my ball joint/sway links/cv axle issues. The stock, and now the new bds, uca's are real close to the tires and coils on mine too.

 

[Kjhawkeye1]

I lifted my 2011 EL XLT and went with 2.5/1.5 lifts from eBay. I then mounted 2017 Ford Raptor wheels with 285/75R17 tires (33.82" tires) and have no rubbing issues at full lock. Also replaced stock shocks with new Bilsteins.

Here are the spacers I bought and had installed by a local shop I trust that also does custom work:

Rear - https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-5-REAR-STRUT-SPACER-FITS-2003-2018-FORD-EXPEDITION-2WD/263823765913?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Front - https://www.ebay.com/itm/Steel-Front-2-5-Lift-Kit-Ford-Expedition-2WD-4WD-FX4-2003-2014/272036627414?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

This is me now...

 

[lxcoupe]

3" front and 2.5" rear leveling kit with 285 75 17 bfg's. No issues here

 

[2010ELExpy4x4]

I have the 3/2 haven't installed yet, where is the 1" spacer needed?
A friend installed one on his F150 and has issues with UCA hitting the springs.
I have done some research on UCA's no one seems to make one that physically corrects the angle, just give the ability for more ball joint articulation, most are over $300.