I have a 2002 dakota Quad Cab 3.9L V6, I got a set of 17 inch pro comp wheels with 31/65/17 pro comp xterrain tires (about 40% tread left) for free from my buddy, they are off a f150 but he had lug adapters/spacers to fit his dakota, anyhow I'm looking for a body lift kit to fit these tires. Looking for cheapest option, any help is appreciated

 

Bought my 3" bl for $250 plus tax from rock auto. Took about 8 hours to install plus a buddys help and a few beers.

 

What do I need to make sure is included in the lift kit? I've been looking on eBay and there are so many diff kits. As far as bumper brackets and steering etc . Also this will allow for the tires I want to run correct?

 

If you buy the Performance Accessories body lift for your year you will have everything you need + spare parts.

 

Performance Accessories is the kit. It will come complete and you can get almost anywhere. Got mine from Summit Racing for $240.

 

Agreed, got my performance accessories 3" lift off ebay for about 225 plus tax

 

Ok, how are they to install? Difficult? Or what did it cost to have installed? Also will the wheels and tires fit?

 

The concept is basically just lifting the body off of the mounts 2-3 inches depending on what kit you get. There will be various odds and end things like fuel filler extension, steering shaft extension and dropping the radiator with some kits. All that is needed to do it is included in the kit usually except the tools needed. I have done 10-15 on various model trucks and can take anywhere from 4hrs to a whole weekend depending on the truck.

 

If you are at all mechanically inclined and can follow directions you should be able to do the job urself

 

Ok will the tires I mentioned above fit if I just went with a leveling kit?