Episode 8: I Lifted My Maverick - and It's Awesome!
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- Опубликовано: 7 май 2023
- Go behind the scenes with Christian as he gets the 2-inch Eibach Pro Lift Kit Springs installed on his 2022 Ford Maverick pickup. Tires and wheels are upgraded at the same time with Firestone Destination AT 245/70/17 tires and Fifteen 52 Traverse MX wheels, resulting in an extremely aggressive new stance that also looks incredible!
Chapters
00:08 - Overview
02:01 - Front Springs
03:40 - Rear Springs
04:56 - Clearance Measurements
07:33 - Recap
08:04 - Glamour Photos 
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Definitely the better way to go vs. the spacer method. The ability to tailor the spring rate and "tune" the ride quality for a better end result can't be beat.
I debated a lift/levelling kit on mine but just didn't want to mess with anything until more people could attest to whether or not they experience issues afterwards. That said, my Firestone Destinations came in this week and one of the guys in the shop is going to install them for me. Just in time for winter!
Going to start off with tired 245/70/17 first and may eventuslly end up with the exact setup as yours with the eibach springd!
Looks great, I liked the factory lift on the tremor but this opens up some nice options to consider.
Looks tough. Nice job. 👍
Thanks 👍
I wonder if I can do this to the hybrid. I don't want anything crazy just a little more hight
$700? I went to one guy here in Alabama, he told me he charges about $1000 to $2000. You got a good deal.
Check around with local suspension shops. As you can see in the video it's an easy job for a tech who works on vehicles daily.
Is there any cutting and griding of the shocks like you have to do with the spacer lift kits?
no
Was just the springs changed or were shims also put on? What are exact models of Eibach springs? These springs increased how many inches in height?
thank you very much and congratulations the car looks good
Where can I buy this lift? And I was also wondering if I can buy 2” springs for both from and back?
You can purchase the Eibach lift springs on eibach.com yes it's a set of four springs, for front and back. They come together. You also need a set of their camber bolts for proper alignment after installation. Make sure you get those as well.
eibach.com/2928/E30-35-057-01-22-FORD-Maverick-pro-lift-kit
eibach.com/2928/5.81315K-FORD-Maverick-pro-alignment
How's the camber and cv joints? Im concerned in a short amount of time they may be causing issues. 10 months ago now so maybe update us please.
I'm at 17,000+ miles and zero issues. Make sure you get an alignment at the time of lift installation to ensure you are in spec.
You notice a difference in ride quality? Considering doing this lift, on my 2024 pretty much right when i get the truck. Anything specific i should consider?
Difference is very minimal. A bit stiffer than stock, but still very, very nimble compared to any regular truck you've ever driven. If you need the added ground clearance, it's a trade well worth making IMO. Good luck!
@@themaverickhntr appreciate it thank you
Looks great but looks like you got 2 inches of lift on front but with the bigger tires it should have been 3 inch right? 2 inches from the lift and 1 inch from the bigger tires. So do those springs really only lift the truck 1” in front? Also any issues with your CV Axles since lifting?
Did you alter the struts to clear the tires? From 65's to 70's?
No, there was/is no need. Everything fits fine.
How much stiffer does it ride? Im curious if its goo harsh or not now?
Bro! Potholes and speed bumps rock the truck because springs are new
Can you tell me if you have had any cv joint issues with this lifted?
I've driven the lift kit more than 10K miles with zero issues!
How do you like the rack system? Great looking Maverick.
The Leitner Designs ACS Forged rack and accessories are awesome!
What mud flaps did you buy / install.
Rokblokz
How much did the lift cost? Like the lift and then the price of the tires and rims . I'm looking at doing this on my 2024 on order
same here
Lift springs are like $300. Install cost me about $650 including alignment.
Oh tires and wheels are extra of course. Just depends what you want. Easy to shop around online and get a sense of options.
Putting in lifting spring and larger diameter wheels and tires gives better mpg!
Lol. I wish!
My CV axles went out on my Maverick after 5K miles on my 2.5" superlift, Are your CV boots holding up? Thanks!
Yea mine are fine. Sorry to hear about your issue. The Eibach lift springs are designed to work with the OEM suspension and there are no clearance issues or rubbing on the CV boots. Was your lift a spacer lift where you have to grind the back of the strut during install?
No issues whatsoever! The Super Lift is a puck-style lift, right? I believe those puck lifts have causes boot issues because you are actually lengthening the struts by bolting those on, and if you don't grind the back of the struts down during installation, the stut contacts the boots and rips them open. The Eibach springs require no strut modifications. They are designed to work with the OEM suspension components and do not change the length of the struts. They merely force the struts to ride higher at rest, within their normally designed range of motion. Hope that makes sense. Sorry to hear you had issues. I had seen many others having similar problems, which steered me away from the puck lifts to a spring-based option.
Looks great. But the larger tires would throw off your speedometer and the lift tires would eat more gas for sure. All depends on what you need 👍
Yes, the larger tires DO make the speedometer read slower than you are actually going, by a couple mph. And yes, the larger tires do reduce fuel efficiency. As you said, it really boils down to what you need, and for my purposes, the Maverick would be a marginal hunting truck for my needs without the added ground clearance. I do not drive a ton a miles annually or have a lengthy work commute. Capability is far more important than sheer efficiency. As an added bonus, the larger tires also reduce the number of miles recorded by the odometer by roughly 5%. So, for every 10,000 miles driven, my odometer is likely showing 9,500.
@@themaverickhntr That can't be recalibrated?
Looks nice. But how much mpg did you lose?
Look man, I'm running a 2-inch lift, tires three sizes bigger than stock, a big cargo rack on my bed and now a Roofnest tent too. I obviously don't prioritize fuel economy with my build. I prioritize ground clearance, off-road capability and gear storage. I figure I lost 1-2 mpg on the lift kit alone. The more drag and weight you add the more you lose. Can't beat physics.
I was just wondering because I lost 5 mpg on my hybrid after wheel and tire package
Ouch
how many miles have you done on the new lift and have you had any geometry issues with ball joints or any added wear?
I'm in 3,000+ miles now. No issues.
Too soon to tell.
@@themaverickhntr How about now, any issues with CV joints or premature wear?
@@solominded I was just about to ask again.
@@xxUncleBuckxx just got my maverick two days ago. Got the lift scheduled to be installed.
How much effect did the larger tires have on your mpg?
The lift and bigger tires combined definitely cost me a few mpg
@@themaverickhntr what do you get now? Ballpark est. I'm looking to do almost this exact build
I was getting 23. It's down a bit this winter I think because of the winter blend gas.
Would this work for a hybrid model?
I believe there are some kits out there for the hybrid now. I just have zero experience with the hybrid.
Ok, so what was the previous vs new mpg?
I lost about 2 mpg with the lift and tires. I am averaging about 23 mpg now in mostly rural driving on mountain roads. On the interstate, if I set the cruise at 62 mph, I can still get 27-28 mph on flat ground.
@@themaverickhntr That's really not bad tbh, I wonder what the difference would be compared to 265's vs 245's in the same 70/R17 configuration with going slightly bigger
@@MrNathan07 only one way to find out.
Sorry I should of read the comments below before asking such a redundant question. But could you also list the tires and rims you bought . I.e. size and brand . I'm so doing this !!!!!
Firestone Destination AT2 tires in 245/70/17
Fifteen 52 Traverse MX wheels in stock size. 17 inch rims
@themaverickhntr So will the 17 inch stock rims that come on the Maverick work ?
@@leenellharding4606 yes
@@themaverickhntr 🤘 Great news !!!! Thank you
One more question sir . Do the large tires rub at all ??
What does an install like this cost?
I paid about $700 with alignment included for lift spring install.
I can't wait to lift my Maverick hybrid!
I have a 2023 Maverick lariat I would love to lift it. Could you give me a price on what that would cost with tires and rims rough estimate I would appreciate it. God bless.
A grand for wheels. A grand for tires. $300 for lift springs. And whatever a local shop is going to charge you to install it all.
@@themaverickhntr thank you 😊
went ihe the RTR on mine. You're right, sits more like a truck.
Thanks man!
How can you not use 18 inch wheels
By using 17-inch wheels.
Baby wheels
Ignorant
Personally…..it kinda defeats the purpose of buying a small truck that is intended for city/urban use.
Why is it intended for urban use? This is my hunting truck! Has AWD, FX4 Off-road package. And I love that it fits in the garage. I think with the lift kit it's just right for me!
He should be called John doe'nt know
@@rar91181 ok…Big Man
@@Joe.dirt7909 My wife calls me that too. Weird
Lifting a hybrid maybe. But the turbo with 4k towing capacity makes a nice small, functional truck.