🔧 Baja Grocery Getter 5” Lift Kit
Installation Guide
Fits: 1992–2014 | 2015-2025 – Ford Econoline / E-Series Vans
Kit Includes: Custom Radius Arms, Weld-On Brackets, I-Beams, FOX 2.0 Shocks, Springs, Leaf Pack or Blocks, and Hardware
⚠️ Before You Begin
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Read all steps completely before starting.
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You’ll need welding tools and experience. If you don’t have access to a welder, a local shop can help with the radius arm brackets.
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Measure and record your stock ride height using blue painter’s tape on the fender lips (ground to fender).
🧰 Tools Required
Front:
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10mm, 15mm, 18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 30mm sockets
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1-1/8″ wrench/socket
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MIG Welder, grinder with sanding disc, jack + stands
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Pliers, hammer, sharpie, tape measurer
Rear:
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15mm, 18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 24mm sockets/wrenches
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¾” socket & wrench for shock
🔩 Front Suspension Installation
1. Disassembly
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Jack up front of van and secure on jack stands.
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Remove front wheels (22mm socket).
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Remove sway bar, tie rods (21mm), brake calipers (21mm), and coil/shock assemblies.
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Disconnect steering knuckles and I-beams.
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Remove radius arms and frame brackets.
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Note: Brake lines do not need to be removed.
2. Radius Arms & I-Beams
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Assemble Moog bushing kit onto the new radius arms in order (see manual diagram).
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Reinstall I-beams (passenger side I-beam has a forward-pointing nub).
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Bolt radius arms and brackets loosely in place to measure before welding.
3. Bracket Position & Welding
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For 33″ tires, position bracket 10” back from body mount bracket.
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For 35″ tires, position at 9.5” to 9-3/8”.
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Clamp bracket to frame and weld only front and bottom edges.
4. Front Reassembly
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Tighten radius arm and I-beam bolts.
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Reinstall coil springs, isolators, and FOX 2.0 shocks.
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Reconnect steering knuckles, tie rods, sway bar.
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Temporarily align tie rods for steering, but a full professional alignment is required after install.
🔩 Rear Suspension Installation – Blocks & U-Bolts
1. Disassembly
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Jack up the rear and support with stands.
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Remove wheels and rear shocks.
2. Lift Block Install
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Loosen U-bolts on one side only.
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Lower axle to insert lift block between leaf spring and axle.
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Align locating pins and install new U-bolts (snug only at first).
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Repeat on opposite side, then torque U-bolts to 165 ft-lbs.
3. Shock Install & Final Steps
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Install rear FOX shocks using stock mounts.
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Reinstall wheels and lower vehicle.
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Measure ride height and compare to before—you should see a true 5″ lift.
Manufacturers – Weldtec terms and conditions click here
🏁 Final Notes
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Get a professional alignment immediately after install.
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Trimming may be necessary to fit 35” tires.
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Be cautious of brake line routing and suspension movement clearances.
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Go hit the trail!