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4 Inch Lift Kit | Ford Ranger 2wd (1983-1997)

Part #: 51530UPC: 843030161019Brand: Rough Country

$619.95

Price does not include installation.

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🛠️ Install available in Marietta, GA

Installed and serviced at Road Runner Wheels & Tires — 1585 Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30062. Call (678) 400-6467 to schedule.

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Built for Ford Ranger owners who want an aggressive stance without sacrificing ride quality, this 4-inch lift kit levels the front of your truck with the rear, giving you a flush profile and the clearance to fit 33"–35" tires. Rough Country's engineered coil springs, radius arm drop brackets, and premium N3 shocks preserve factory caster geometry and handling while delivering a smoother ride both on-road and off.

Installed and serviced at Road Runner Wheels & Tires. Most lift kits go in the same day. Call (678) 400-6467 to schedule.

What's included

  • Lifted coil springs — Front suspension springs engineered to raise ride height without sacrificing ride quality.
  • Radius arm drop brackets — Allow proper caster alignment to maintain factory handling and driveability after the lift.
  • I-Beam drop brackets — Keep front geometry at optimum angles for a factory-like ride.
  • Power steering pitman arm — Maintains steering geometry and functionality with the lifted suspension.
  • 3" rear lift blocks — Fabricated blocks offering greater strength than cast iron counterparts.
  • U-bolts — Secure the rear blocks to the axle.
  • N3 Shock Pair (front and rear) — Premium 10-stage variable high-pressure nitrogen-charged shocks with 18mm spring-loaded piston rods and 54mm shock bodies for blended off-road and highway performance.
  • Hardware and installation kit — All fasteners and brackets needed for a complete install.

Important notes

  • Does NOT fit models equipped with manual steering.
  • Does NOT fit 1987–1988 models with the "High Rider STX" package.
  • If your Ranger is equipped with a front sway-bar, drop brackets are recommended (part #1018).
  • Proper wheel backspacing is critical — consult our team to confirm your desired wheel and tire combination fits safely.

Why customers pick this at Road Runner

  • Caster correction built in — radius arm drop brackets preserve factory handling geometry after the lift, so your truck drives like stock.
  • Lifetime Replacement Warranty backed locally — Rough Country's promise honored right here.
  • Professional install by suspension specialists — our techs perform these lifts multiple times per week and dial in the geometry perfectly.
  • In-house alignment included — we perform a full alignment after every lift install to ensure tire wear and handling are optimized.
  • Premium N3 shocks standard — no compromises on the dampers that control your ride.

Ready to build it? Call (678) 400-6467. Hablamos Español.

QtyPartPart #
1Installation Kit | Ford Ranger 2WD (83-97)7543
1Bii 4in | Ford Bronco II (84-90) Ford Explorer (91-94)9261
13in Block & Bolt | Ford Ranger 2WD (83-97)6576
1N3 Shock Pair23260
1N3 Shock Pair23284
1Pitman Arm | Ford Bronco/F-250 Super Duty/F-350 Super Duty 4WD6601

Features

  • Increased ground clearance
  • Levels the front with the rear of the vehicle
  • Radius arm drop brackets allow for properly set caster. Proper caster is crucial to maintaining factory handling and driveability.
YearsMakeModelDrive
1983-1985FordRanger XLSRWD
1983-1986FordRanger BaseRWD
1983-1997FordRanger XLRWD
1983-1997FordRanger XLTRWD
1984-1992FordRanger SRWD
1986-1994FordRanger STXRWD
1987-1992FordRanger CustomRWD
1988-1989FordRanger GTRWD
1990FordRanger S PlusRWD
1991-1997FordRanger SportRWD
1993-1997FordRanger SplashRWD
1995FordRanger XL SportRWD
  • Tire size: 33″ to 35″ tall
  • Lift height: 4″
TireWheelOffset
31x10.50R15Factory 15-mm
31x10.50R1515x8-19mm
31x10.50R1515x8-18mm
265/65R1717x9-12mm
255/65R1717x9-12mm
245/70R1717x9-12mm
245/65R1717x9-12mm
265/50R2020x9-12mm
  • Install time: 6-8 hours
Does NOT fit models with manual steering. Does NOT fit 87-88 models with "High Rider STX" package. If vehicle is equipped with a front sway-bar, drop brackets are recommended. (#1018)

Rough Country Lifetime Replacement Warranty covers all structural components against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser's lifetime ownership of the vehicle.

3-Year Finish Warranty on all painted and powder-coated surfaces.

3-Year Shock Warranty on N3, M1, and Vertex shocks against leakage and structural failure.

Warranty service is handled by Rough Country directly — call (678) 400-6467 if you need help opening a warranty claim and we'll walk you through it.