tha nks for all the replys. its a 97 se 4x4. so far lovin it

 

Yeah on the newer models the TC Drop will be ok on a temp basis but at some point you need to get the SYE...You should be very happy with the RC 4.5" and their customer service is top notch..

 

about to order wheels. just to verify the bolt pattern is 5x4.5 right?

 

yep that is the correct pattern.How much backspacing are you getting?

 

You should order 3.75" - 4" of backspacing.

 

yep my rims are coming in either 3.75 or 4" of bp..I forget which one I ordered but I think it was 4" for the 15x7 rims..I was gonna go 15x8 but eh I doubt I'll ever get any tires that won't fit on a 15x7 rim..

I almost ordered these rims..

 

Those are nice too.

 

ordered the wheels ill get pics when everything is here

 

Looking forward to the update. If you have questions as you go along on your build just ask. You will undoubtably get multiple veiwpoints on many things which gives you either choices, or a definitive answer.

 

alright man thanks alot..... so how hard is the rc 4.5 lift to install? i had an audi as my previous car and switched the suspension twice so.......im mechaniclly enclined.... but is it worth it to do your self?

 

I would only do a lift if I did it myself. I have only put on a few and none were that particular lift, but they have an excellent reputation. I'm sure that there are some RC 4.5 guys on here who can speak specifically to any concerns you might have.

 

Should be a easy as all get out...Just make sure you use PB Blaster on all the bolts you plan or need to remove especially the rear leaf spring bolts, there are 6 of em, front lower control arm bolts there are 4 and the shock bolts both front and back..Another thing to watch out for is be careful when remove the upper shock bolts in the rear and just use plenty of extensions and be as gentle as you can and use 12 pt sockets. If it was me when you put all the bolts back in use antisease on the threads...also crease the center part of the bolts on the rear leaf springs and the front control arms...also get proper torque specs for the shock bolts and ubolts...Another thing the front coil spring retainers are known to strip out if that happens head to the hardware store like tractor supply and get grade 8 self tapping bolts that are a touch larger then stock and put em back in..

 

x2 on the full leaf pack.... look at my rc 4.5 i just put on a few days ago. I got 6 inches in the front and five in the back... looks stupid.

 

I Love my RC lift though, and i strongly agree with anyone who says its the best lift if your on a budget.

 

Hey bd that looks awesome. Is that the first pic that you have posted b/c if not then I missed alot. You have pics of the lift going on?