4-Inch Lift Kit with N3 Shocks for 1983–1997 Ford Ranger 4WD
- Fits 1983–1997 Ford Ranger 4WD across Base, S, STX, Splash, Sport, XL, XLS, and XLT submodels — see the full fitment list
- Does not fit manual-steering trucks or 87-88 trucks with the "High Rider STX" package
- Kit includes N3 shock pairs, lifted coil springs, 3-inch rear leaf springs, drop brackets, pitman arm, U-bolts, and hardware
- Front sway-bar equipped trucks: drop brackets are the recommended approach
- Listed install time 6-8 hours — downloadable installation guide available
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Will it fit your truck?
✓ Fits
✕ Does not fit
- Models with manual steering
- 87-88 models with "High Rider STX" package
If vehicle is equipped with a front sway-bar drop brackets are recommended. (#1018) Fitment on this page is based on the manufacturer’s application data.
About this kit
4-Inch Lift Kit with N3 Shocks, fitment-checked
Rough Country 48030 is a 4-inch lift kit for the 1983–1997 Ford Ranger 4WD, built around lifted coil springs, 3-inch rear leaf springs, drop brackets, a power steering pitman arm, and two N3 shock pairs. It does not fit trucks with manual steering, and it does not fit 87-88 trucks carrying the "High Rider STX" package.
This 4-inch lift kit for the 1983–1997 Ford Ranger 4WD ships with lifted coil springs, radius arm and I-beam drop brackets, a power steering pitman arm, 3-inch rear leaf springs, U-bolts, hardware, and two N3 shock pairs. The radius arm drop brackets let you set caster back where the factory geometry wants it, which is what keeps steering feel predictable afterward. Check the steering and package exclusions before ordering, and note that drop brackets are the recommended route on trucks with a front sway-bar. Rough Country lists an installation time of 6-8 hours, and a downloadable installation guide is available.
What’s in the box
Kit contents
- 2× 3in Rear Leaf Spring 8031
- 1× Br Installation Kit 7540
- 1× Bii 4in 9261
- 1× Universal U-Bolt Kit 7631
- 1× N3 Shock Pair 23210
- 1× N3 Shock Pair 23284
- 1× Pitman Arm 6601
Rough Country shares subassemblies across kits, so individual package labels can carry broader application ranges. The complete 48030 kit fits the vehicles shown in the fitment section above.
Specifications
Specs
| Brand | Rough Country |
| Part number | 48030 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00843030171551 |
| Lift height | 4 in |
| Shock package | N3 series |
| Shipping weight | 241 lb |
| Country of origin | ID |
| Category | Suspension & Lift Kits › Lift Kits |
| Installation guide | Downloadable PDF |
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