[pbs911]

I've done three suspension lifts, the last one on my 2006 2WD F150. I also have had 3" body lifts on three separate trucks, but only did the first one myself. Fabtech makes a great suspension lift kit and you can find specials on truck forums. On a 2wd it took me about 6 hours to complete alone. The rear is very simple with just blocks and shocks.

I would not do another body lift. Body lifts are not difficult, but the steps are many and tedious. Plan on undoing the steering, the radiator, rear seats, and every single bolt that attaches the body to the frame. And when your done, go back over every bolt again after about 500 miles. My last body lift was on my F150 2wd. I paid about $200 for the kit and $300 -500 to have it installed, wit ha 500 mile follow up. Money well spent. There will also be gaps in the front and rear wheel wells with the body lift so factor in the gap filler panels too. Otherwise it just looks weird.

If I had to chose one over the other, go with the suspension. It is performance based and actually raises the axles. The body lift just lifts the body and looks kinda weird without the suspension lift.

35" tires are also getting close to needing a gear change, especially if the motor is underpowered with a V-6. My last F150 had a Fabtech 6.5" suspension lift, 3" body and 37" tires and 4.56 gears with a Triton V8. Gas mileage dropped from about 16 mpg to about 10 mpg, even on the highway. The wheels and tires are heavy! Also, forget trying to park in many older parking garages.

If you go with both, take a look at the Sidewinder door steps. They automatically drop drop down and raise up when you open and close the door. Very cool.