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Setup: 2023 Big Bend, 2-door, 2.3L, automatic trans, stock 3.73 gears. No rear locker. 6-year 60K Ford warranty as I intend to keep this for a long time.
Dealer customized before purchase: "cheap lift" (I'm pretty sure a Rough Country, trying to get this verified), Mickey Thompson wheels, 35" BF Goodrich AT tires.
My mods: Rust-proofed underneath, Besttop half-top, improved stereo.
Status: Exactly one year old, around 7000 miles, mostly suburban, some freeway, some off-roading. No problems at all. Off roading is great -- aired down to 15, climbed over a few obstacles, went through water, had it at 30-degree angle, controlled steep climbs, controlled steep drops.
Speedometer shows exactly correct speed. MPG is around 21 highway, 17 in town. Love the tall ride height with view over Range Rover rooftops. Love the big, wide tires that help me corner without worrying about rollover. Smooth and quiet on the freeway. In "Normal" mode, drives OK, a little sluggish off the line. In "Sport" mode, accelerates fast, especially with 93 gas.
Dealer stated they stand by their lift. However now I that I'm learning more, I'm concerned that this setup is putting undue pressure on the drive train and/or steering. I don't want to be a fool that is heading for a costly repair.
How long can I drive it like this before issues can crop up? I'm a "take it easy" kind of driver.
Should I take action now? If so, what should I do?
- Drop the tires to 34"? (I don't want 33" if I can avoid it)
- Change the gearing to 4.27?
- Expert ideas?
Dealer customized before purchase: "cheap lift" (I'm pretty sure a Rough Country, trying to get this verified), Mickey Thompson wheels, 35" BF Goodrich AT tires.
My mods: Rust-proofed underneath, Besttop half-top, improved stereo.
Status: Exactly one year old, around 7000 miles, mostly suburban, some freeway, some off-roading. No problems at all. Off roading is great -- aired down to 15, climbed over a few obstacles, went through water, had it at 30-degree angle, controlled steep climbs, controlled steep drops.
Speedometer shows exactly correct speed. MPG is around 21 highway, 17 in town. Love the tall ride height with view over Range Rover rooftops. Love the big, wide tires that help me corner without worrying about rollover. Smooth and quiet on the freeway. In "Normal" mode, drives OK, a little sluggish off the line. In "Sport" mode, accelerates fast, especially with 93 gas.
Dealer stated they stand by their lift. However now I that I'm learning more, I'm concerned that this setup is putting undue pressure on the drive train and/or steering. I don't want to be a fool that is heading for a costly repair.
How long can I drive it like this before issues can crop up? I'm a "take it easy" kind of driver.
Should I take action now? If so, what should I do?
- Drop the tires to 34"? (I don't want 33" if I can avoid it)
- Change the gearing to 4.27?
- Expert ideas?
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