2.5” lift and Suspension

[Truth bbq]

Out of all the suspension kits out there for 1970 Bronco does anybody have a preference or suggestion of which one may be the most complete in better package. Or is it a kit even the way to go? Thank you.


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[SteveL]

Depends on what you're gonna do with the bronco. If it's just for cruising around town just buy a kit from the nearest bronco specific vendor to save on shipping.

 

[Truth bbq]

Depends on what you're gonna do with the bronco. If it's just for cruising around town just buy a kit from the nearest bronco specific vendor to save on shipping.

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[Truth bbq]

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And if I plan on doing a little more for wheeling Any other suggestions or the same product? Thank you.


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[Shimmy]

all the big vendor kits are pretty complete. some offer optional add ons on their site to further address things like sway bars, steering, better shocks, etc. in all cases of you call them and talk thru what your goals are, they can put together a suitable complete kit

 

[JeepGuy]

Out of all the suspension kits out there for 1970 Bronco does anybody have a preference or suggestion of which one may be the most complete in better package. Or is it a kit even the way to go? Thank you.


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I've learned overtime that going through one of the vendors listed here is pretty much always going to be your best option. They are Bronco specific vendors for a reason. You can go from mild to wild with most them (some more than others) but don't waste your time hunting down the cheapest big box vendor kit. The tech support you can get from the vendors here is far more valuable than the few bucks you might save somewhere else. Shit... they even chime in regularly even when it isn't their product to offer help.

 

[Truth bbq]

I've learned overtime that going through one of the vendors listed here is pretty much always going to be your best option. They are Bronco specific vendors for a reason. You can go from mild to wild with most them (some more than others) but don't waste your time hunting down the cheapest big box vendor kit. The tech support you can get from the vendors here is far more valuable than the few bucks you might save somewhere else. Shit... they even chime in regularly even when it isn't their product to offer help.

I’m new to the forum. How do I find the vendors?


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[JSBX]

Just look at the top of this page. You can search their online catalog or pick the ones closest to you and call them Monday.

 

[DirtDonk]

I work for one of those Truth bbq, but I still say that whoever you shop with (even if it's multiples) always call it in and talk to one of the humans at the other end.
No matter what company, sometimes the "kit" is only almost complete for what you might need. Sometimes it's all you need (depends on you and the Bronco, not the vendor) and sometimes you need more.
And often a price point is trying to be met, so there might be a key component or three left on the table because the price on the web page or catalog looks a dollar cheaper than someone else's "complete kit" does.
So my advice is that after you peruse the different links above, whether it be Tom's, BC Broncos, Jeff's, Duffs or Wild Horses, find what you like and call in the order rather than doing it online.
The two advantages to that call are, first you might get information and recommendations for other needed parts to make your install go easier/better, and two is that you might get a better freight deal.
Sometimes the online shipping quotes are skewed. Ordering on the phone sometimes nets you a better shipping price. Not always, but all it takes is one time to make you a happier camper. Might only be five bucks. But hey, it's your five bucks!

Choosing a suspension, much like choosing a color for your rig or a gear ratio for the differentials, is not always as simple as it sounds!

good luck

Paul

 

[JeepGuy]

I work for one of those Truth bbq, but I still say that whoever you shop with (even if it's multiples) always call it in and talk to one of the humans at the other end.
No matter what company, sometimes the "kit" is only almost complete for what you might need. Sometimes it's all you need (depends on you and the Bronco, not the vendor) and sometimes you need more.
And often a price point is trying to be met, so there might be a key component or three left on the table because the price on the web page or catalog looks a dollar cheaper than someone else's "complete kit" does.
So my advice is that after you peruse the different links above, whether it be Tom's, BC Broncos, Jeff's, Duffs or Wild Horses, find what you like and call in the order rather than doing it online.
The two advantages to that call are, first you might get information and recommendations for other needed parts to make your install go easier/better, and two is that you might get a better freight deal.
Sometimes the online shipping quotes are skewed. Ordering on the phone sometimes nets you a better shipping price. Not always, but all it takes is one time to make you a happier camper. Might only be five bucks. But hey, it's your five bucks!

Choosing a suspension, much like choosing a color for your rig or a gear ratio for the differentials, is not always as simple as it sounds!

good luck

Paul

@Truth bbq Paul nailed it. He and other vendors are in the forums regularly.

Think of it this way... You want to go to Auto Zone and deal with the 16 year old new hire that has unknown experience with the actual vehicle you are working on? Or do you want to skip the 16 year old, and go to guys who is probably working on the same vehicle weekly if not daily, and lets be honest... some of them for decades (you know who you are) that know your Bronco down to number of bolts holding the front grill to the drivers side fender and which hole the horn mounts to on the core support.

 

[DirtDonk]

... some of them for decades (you know who you are) that know your Bronco down to number of bolts holding the front grill to the drivers side fender and which hole the horn mounts to on the core support.

I never remember that kind of stuff...
Just make sure you don't overlook the uppermost grille bolts that Ford cleverly hid deep up in the top corners!

paul

 

[Truth bbq]

I work for one of those Truth bbq, but I still say that whoever you shop with (even if it's multiples) always call it in and talk to one of the humans at the other end.
No matter what company, sometimes the "kit" is only almost complete for what you might need. Sometimes it's all you need (depends on you and the Bronco, not the vendor) and sometimes you need more.
And often a price point is trying to be met, so there might be a key component or three left on the table because the price on the web page or catalog looks a dollar cheaper than someone else's "complete kit" does.
So my advice is that after you peruse the different links above, whether it be Tom's, BC Broncos, Jeff's, Duffs or Wild Horses, find what you like and call in the order rather than doing it online.
The two advantages to that call are, first you might get information and recommendations for other needed parts to make your install go easier/better, and two is that you might get a better freight deal.
Sometimes the online shipping quotes are skewed. Ordering on the phone sometimes nets you a better shipping price. Not always, but all it takes is one time to make you a happier camper. Might only be five bucks. But hey, it's your five bucks!

Choosing a suspension, much like choosing a color for your rig or a gear ratio for the differentials, is not always as simple as it sounds!

good luck

Paul

Thank you sir


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[Truth bbq]

@Truth bbq Paul nailed it. He and other vendors are in the forums regularly.

Think of it this way... You want to go to Auto Zone and deal with the 16 year old new hire that has unknown experience with the actual vehicle you are working on? Or do you want to skip the 16 year old, and go to guys who is probably working on the same vehicle weekly if not daily, and lets be honest... some of them for decades (you know who you are) that know your Bronco down to number of bolts holding the front grill to the drivers side fender and which hole the horn mounts to on the core support.

I appreciate that so true


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[Truth bbq]

I never remember that kind of stuff...
Just make sure you don't overlook the uppermost grille bolts that Ford cleverly hid deep up in the top corners!

paul

Yes sir


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[SteveL]

You might want to post up a location. Helps you decide how much pizza and beer is required for installation help.

 

[DirtDonk]

That’s a good point Steve!
Suspension party at Truth bbq’s house!

 

[Truth bbq]

You might want to post up a location. Helps you decide how much pizza and beer is required for installation help.

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[Truth bbq]

That’s a good point Steve!
Suspension party at Truth bbq’s house!

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[SteveL]

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Ok. Kidding about the pizza but your location helps guys give advice on local shops and vendors and maybe even some help wrenching on the bronco. Go to your user page and you can add it on the left side.

 

[ngsd]

Duff Duck 2.5. Best I could recommend.