If you're looking to elevate your 2WD Ford Ranger's game, the 5.5" Performance Kit is where it’s at. This kit has been a favorite among enthusiasts for years, and for good reason. It’s designed to not just lift your ride, but to enhance its capability on and off the road.

At the heart of this kit are some seriously beefy 3" lift fabricated race spindles. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill parts; they come with a hefty 1" vertical uniball that takes the place of that weak upper ball joint that tends to give up on you. This upgrade means you’re getting a solid 10" of usable wheel travel, which is a game changer for handling rough terrain.

The upper arms are crafted from 1.50" x .120 wall 4130 chromoly tubing, giving you that extra strength and durability. They double shear the uniball, which is key for maintaining stability when you’re pushing your Ranger to its limits. And let’s not forget about the FOX 2.0 Series shocks—these bad boys bolt right in and are specifically valved for this kit, ensuring you get the control you need when you’re out tackling the trails.

The coil springs included in the kit provide an additional 2.5" lift and are heat-treated and stress-relieved for added resilience. Plus, the track width gets a nice boost of 1.5" per side, giving you a wider stance that enhances stability and allows for more wheel travel. If you’re planning to run larger tires, I highly recommend picking up some fiberglass front fenders—they’ll help accommodate that extra rubber without any issues.

Here’s a quick rundown of what you get in the box:

• Tubular chromoly upper arms
• Fabricated spindles
• CRS Coil springs
• FOX 2.0 Performance IFP front shocks (980-24-648)
• Stainless/Kevlar braided extended front brake lines
• Frame gusset reinforcement kit
• 8" limit straps
• All necessary hardware

Now, let’s talk specs:

• Lift: 5.5 in (front)
• Wheel Travel: 10 in
• Track Width: +1.5 in per side
• Wheel Size: 15-17 in
• Max Backspacing: 4.75 in
• Tire Size: 31-33 in

If you're wondering about installation, you can check out the Installation Guide for all the nitty-gritty details.

This kit is specifically designed for the Ford Ranger XLT 2WD from 2001-2012. A couple of notes: if you have a 1998-2000 model, you'll need to swap in the larger 2001+ 11.25" OD brake rotors. Also, you’ll need to re-use the factory OEM spindle snouts/pins since aftermarket versions won’t cut it. And if you’re planning to run those 33" tires, fiberglass front fenders are a must.

Keep in mind, this kit is meant for 2WD Rangers with coil springs only. If you’ve got a torsion bar setup, check out our Ranger Edge 6.0 kits instead.

In short, if you want to take your Ranger to the next level in terms of performance and capability, this kit is a solid investment. It’s built tough and designed for those who really want to push their trucks to the limit.