Mudflap

Thanks for the replies guys, I really appreciate it. I'm trying to remedy this noobiness, but its going to take more time!

So hypothetically, lets say I went with the RC 1.25" body lift, a set of steel 16" wheels in the proper offset, and those 315's (34.5's) along with maybe some flat fenders to eliminate rub in light 'wheeling... you guys think that would get me there reliably with no ill effects for now on my otherwise stock/auto Rubi 2-door?

Hopefully in a couple of years we'll move out to Colorado and I'll go nuts, but I'm looking to take a baby step for now...

wayoflife

yep, i think you would be fine with this setup.

Mudflap

Thanks bud. I'll keep on lurking around and trying to learn what I can. If anyone needs mod advice on the '05-09 S197 Mustang, let me know, lol.

mainejeeper

Anyone got a picture of the setup he's talking about? It might help him and others see how the fenders, body lift and tires fit together.

Bling

IIRC, body lifts alone do not change steering geometry or driveline angles - so, there should be no issues.
Suspension lifts do change driveline angles and suspension component geometry.
Adj. control arms help a bit with the driveshaft operating angles (amongst other things like centering axle in the wheel well) but the correction is limited as a function of change to the caster of the steering axle. Replacement driveshafts of the type recommended are designed to operate at greater angles than the stock OEM units. Suspension lifts with adj. CA's and after market d-shafts will offer a longer service life, better handling and ride characteristics than those that don't.
Hope that helps to clear up my post.