1989-1997 Ford Ranger Complete 3 inch Front / 4 inch Rear Lowering Kit (Shocks Included)
$842.32
Give your Ford Ranger the low-level stance you want with a rear lowering kit that improves control and looks clean.
You want your Ford Ranger to sit right, handle better, and turn heads. This complete 3-inch front and 4-inch rear lowering kit gives you a balanced drop with components designed to work together.
Enjoy a smoother, more controlled ride with shocks included, and keep your truck practical for daily driving while looking track-ready.
- Matched front and rear drop
- Shocks designed for a lowered ride
- Direct-fit, Ranger-specific components
Description
Why Buy from DJM Suspension
Confident and Predictable Ride Quality
Drive your lowered Ranger without compromise. We design this front and rear lowering kit to maintain proper geometry, so your truck tracks straight, corners flatter, and feels stable.
Perfect-Fit and Model-Specific
Avoid mix-and-match guesswork. Each part in this front and rear lowering kit matches the 1989-1997 Ford Range. That means ride height sits exactly where you want it.
Built by A Lowering Specialist
Trust the Ford Ranger rear lowering kit from a company that has focused on lowering trucks since the 1970s. Get parts designed by experts who build, drive, and dial in lowered suspensions.
Lowered 3 inch I-Beams in the front and a simple rear axle leaf spring flip kit for a 4 inch drop in the rear.
Shocks are included. DJM Recommends:
- Front Shock 1415 (sold each)
- Rear Shock 1900 (sold each)
About DJM Suspension
DJM Suspension started from a passion for aftermarket trucks and the desire to make them drive as well as they look. As a family-owned, American manufacturer since the early 1970s, we focus on quality parts that fit right and ride right. If you care about stance, handling, and long-term durability, we sell parts built by people who love lowered trucks as much as you do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional information
1989 – 1997 Ford Ranger 3 Inch drop beams
| Weight | 60 lbs |
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1983 – 1997 Ford Ranger 4 Inch Rear Axle Flip Kit
| Weight | 10 lbs |
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14.5″ Stem / Loop SuperShock (1415)
| Weight | 3 lbs |
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19.5″ Loop / Loop SuperShock (1900)
| Weight | 3 lbs |
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Dream Beams
Installation Instructions
Please take the time to read these Installation Instructions and check the Hardware Parts List to be sure you have all the listed parts.
These installation instructions are prepared for the professional installer with the proper equipment, tools and experience in suspension systems and safety.
Please read the warranty information (blue page enclosed). Complete your Product Warranty Card and mail it to DJM Suspension.
Please take a few minutes to fill out your installation helper (back side of warranty). Accurate measurements BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION will show any irregularities in your vehicle.
NEVER WORK UNDER TRUCK SUPPORTED BY A JACK ONLY !!!
USE QUALITY JACK STANDS WHICH HAVE A RATING ADEQUATE FOR YOUR TRUCKS WEIGHT!!!
USE FACTORY COIL SPRINGS ONLY!! SHORTER COIL SPRINGS WILL CAUSE EXCESSIVE NEGATIVE CAMBER.
NOT DESIGNED FOR AIR BAGS.
INSTALLER MUST CHECK THAT THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO CLEARANCE PROBLEMS BETWEEN THE WHEELS, THE SPINDLE, THE CALIPER, THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND ANY OTHER COMPONENT BEFORE DRIVING VEHICLE.
Installing DJM dream beams uses the same installation procedures as replacing a factory beams. Refer to your repair manual for guidelines. Factory shocks can be reused
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BEND YOUR NEW DJM DREAM BEAM TO CORRECT CAMBER. Aftermarket cam kits are available up to 3.5 degrees
Note: Part# DB3003-3 is the only beam that has press in ball joint all other are mounted in the spindle. Care must be taken not to bend the ball joint mounts when reinstalling the ball joints. The span between the ball joint should be supported in order not to bend the mounts
Hardware Parts List
| DB3000-3, DB3001-3, DB3002-3, DB3003-3, DB3015-3 | DB3005-3 — 1987-1998 F350 |
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| DB3003-3 — 1983-1986 F150 DB3000-3 — 1987-1996 F150 DB3001-3 — 1989-1997 Ranger DB3005-3 — 1987-1998 F350 DB3015-3 — 1999-2011 SuperdutyExcursion Hardware Parts List: 1) LH Dream Beams 1) RH Dream Beams |
Hardware Parts List: 1) LH Dream Beams 1) RH Dream Beams 1) Sway Bar Hardware |
Installation
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Installing DJM dream beams uses the same installation procedures as replacing a factory beams. Refer to your repair manual for guidelines.
Typical beam installed -
DB3005-3 Only — Sway Bar: Install factory sway bar end links as shown in the diagram. The sway bar need to be moved above the bracket. It is necessary to reverse the left and right brackets leave loose(spacers are not required on F150). Loosen the bolts holding the plate that holds the D-bushing. Remove the threaded clips. This plate will be moved forward until the end links stand straight up then line drill and replace the clips and bolt to frame. When the installation is complete and vehicle is on the ground tighten end links.
Sway bar spacer and bolts included with DB3005-3 only. All others use factory hardware.
Typical sway bar installed — note 1/2" to 3/4" clearance
PART # FK3000-5 & FK3001-4
1973-1996 Ford F150 & 1983-1997 Ranger Rear Flip Kit
Installation Instructions
Please take the time to read these Installation Instructions and check the Hardware Parts List to be sure you have all the listed parts.
These installation instructions are prepared for the professional installer with the proper equipment, tools and experience in suspension systems and safety. This vehicle and its components are extremely heavy and can be dangerous without the proper equipment and experience.
Please read the warranty information (blue page enclosed). Complete your Product Warranty Card and mail it to DJM Suspension.
Please take a few minutes to fill out your installation helper (back side of warranty). Accurate measurements BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION will show any irregularities in your vehicle.
NEVER WORK UNDER TRUCK SUPPORTED BY A JACK ONLY !!!
USE QUALITY JACK STANDS WHICH HAVE A RATING ADEQUATE FOR YOUR TRUCKS WEIGHT!!!
New shocks are required.
Use DJM Part #TS1900 (2 required).
Hardware Parts List
| Axle Flip Kit | |
| 2 | Axle Locators |
Relocating (Flipping) Rear Axle
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Reverse the leaf spring center bolt so the nut is on the bottom.
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Place the new axle locator bracket on top of the spring, with the off center hole toward front of vehicle. This will center the rear axle and pull the drive shaft back from the transmission slightly.
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Lower rear axle so the new axle supports fits up inside the existing rear axle pad welded to axle. Mark and drill a hole in the factory spring plate for the spring center pin. This hole is offset just like the flip bracket. Install factory U-bolts and factory spring plate on the bottom of the springs. Tighten U-bolts.
Picture shown with DJM spring plate. -
Remove factory bump stop bracket and install bump stop to frame.
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Install new rear shocks.
New bump stop and DJM shock installed -
Test drive vehicle. Measure the amount of drop and record on the installation helper. Ranger extended cabs and splash will sit low in the rear. Add DJM #SH3001-2 lifting shackle to raise the rear.
Note : Ranger Extended Cab and SPLASH models with 2 piece drive shaft may experience drive line vibrations. If vibrations occur install DJM part # CB31 carrier bearing shim kit.
Note :F150 Extended Cab models with 2 piece drive shaft may experience drive line vibrations. If vibrations occurs install DJM part # CB23 carrier bearing shim kit.
