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We can finally answer the ongoing Bronco question, "how much lift" does each trim level have compared to the others?
UPDATE 12/19/2023 - The part number "Bronco Suspension Cookbook"
by @flip, the author of the Ford part number index, has posted an updated Excel file at this link.
See new table below for upgrade specific part numbers for Badlands and Sasquatch suspension.
Now that we have the Ford General Specifications document, Bilstein Coilover Information and Ford Part Number information we can finally get a clear and complete picture on what the stock Bronco lift dimensions are and what is possible to lift each trim level. In this discussion the goal is always to maintain maximum functionality of your Bronco for off-road use. If you want to do something for looks only, you may be able to bend the rules a little and do a budget lift, but you want to be cautious of tire rub, binding, CV joints and steering component damage or other unintended consequences.
Vaughn Gittin Jr. or Loren Healey (both Bronco racers) said something to the effect, to put 37" tires on the Sasquatch you need to go up 2 inches and out 2 inches. Going out 2 inches most likely will require new control arms. On the other hand, Ryan of 4WP, only recommended new control arms when doing a lift 3 inches or higher. Further, he prefers a +35 wheel offset to maintain the ideal scrub radius to minimize wear on components. While this thread cannot possibly address every variable, these are general guidelines that each manufacture will handle differently, depending on the lift kits they offer.
Each of the below tables can be read separately to understand the information or points made within that table. Some data is repeated in other tables to provide clarity or present the information in a different way to make it understandable to the most number of people. This thread is intended to help newbies and experienced alike, with those more knowledgeable forum members helping others learn the ropes of suspension modifications and lift. Please post any corrections or clarifications you feel are needed.
Thank you to @ZackDanger, for his knowledge shared and for some of our unnamed friends of the forum.
Update 7/1/2023 great lift info by @Broncobro04
Deep Dive Into Lift Kits (For Stock Broncos) That Won’t Break the Bank
"Bronco Suspension Cookbook" - UPDATE 8/22/2022
Some numbers have changed since the original Table 6 list. There're a couple notes indicating one shock went from a -E to -BC, top hat for the front changed and went to a "fine pitch" thread on the 3 studs that are on top on some '22s (no specific start date info, possible cataloguing error). If ordering parts double check your VIN number for your vehicle specifics.
Update 12/28/2021: Thank you to @Jason hamilton for posting what appears to be the first vendor Bronco suspension info page along with available coilovers. Much of the information appears to be similar, if not identical, to my information above, perhaps another case of Bronco6g being use for source material.
2021+ Ford Bronco Suspension & Shock Guide
Sasquatch vs Badlands Articulation (Update 1/2/2022)
While the Bilstein coilover's are 0.43" taller on the Sasquatch vs the Badlands, they also have a 0.4" Bump stop vs the Badlands, limiting articulation, so the larger 35" tires don't top out on the fender well. Therefore, Sasquatch with 35" tires has Less articulation, not more.
The yellow arrow points to the Sasquatch Bump Stop.
Ford Bronco Suspension Deep Dive | 35-inch reasons to avoid Sasquatch
UPDATE 12/19/2023 - The part number "Bronco Suspension Cookbook"
by @flip, the author of the Ford part number index, has posted an updated Excel file at this link.
See new table below for upgrade specific part numbers for Badlands and Sasquatch suspension.
Now that we have the Ford General Specifications document, Bilstein Coilover Information and Ford Part Number information we can finally get a clear and complete picture on what the stock Bronco lift dimensions are and what is possible to lift each trim level. In this discussion the goal is always to maintain maximum functionality of your Bronco for off-road use. If you want to do something for looks only, you may be able to bend the rules a little and do a budget lift, but you want to be cautious of tire rub, binding, CV joints and steering component damage or other unintended consequences.
Vaughn Gittin Jr. or Loren Healey (both Bronco racers) said something to the effect, to put 37" tires on the Sasquatch you need to go up 2 inches and out 2 inches. Going out 2 inches most likely will require new control arms. On the other hand, Ryan of 4WP, only recommended new control arms when doing a lift 3 inches or higher. Further, he prefers a +35 wheel offset to maintain the ideal scrub radius to minimize wear on components. While this thread cannot possibly address every variable, these are general guidelines that each manufacture will handle differently, depending on the lift kits they offer.
Each of the below tables can be read separately to understand the information or points made within that table. Some data is repeated in other tables to provide clarity or present the information in a different way to make it understandable to the most number of people. This thread is intended to help newbies and experienced alike, with those more knowledgeable forum members helping others learn the ropes of suspension modifications and lift. Please post any corrections or clarifications you feel are needed.
Thank you to @ZackDanger, for his knowledge shared and for some of our unnamed friends of the forum.
Update 7/1/2023 great lift info by @Broncobro04
Deep Dive Into Lift Kits (For Stock Broncos) That Won’t Break the Bank
"Bronco Suspension Cookbook" - UPDATE 8/22/2022
Some numbers have changed since the original Table 6 list. There're a couple notes indicating one shock went from a -E to -BC, top hat for the front changed and went to a "fine pitch" thread on the 3 studs that are on top on some '22s (no specific start date info, possible cataloguing error). If ordering parts double check your VIN number for your vehicle specifics.
Update 12/28/2021: Thank you to @Jason hamilton for posting what appears to be the first vendor Bronco suspension info page along with available coilovers. Much of the information appears to be similar, if not identical, to my information above, perhaps another case of Bronco6g being use for source material.
2021+ Ford Bronco Suspension & Shock Guide
Sasquatch vs Badlands Articulation (Update 1/2/2022)
While the Bilstein coilover's are 0.43" taller on the Sasquatch vs the Badlands, they also have a 0.4" Bump stop vs the Badlands, limiting articulation, so the larger 35" tires don't top out on the fender well. Therefore, Sasquatch with 35" tires has Less articulation, not more.
The yellow arrow points to the Sasquatch Bump Stop.
Ford Bronco Suspension Deep Dive | 35-inch reasons to avoid Sasquatch
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