The Leveling Kit Thread
02-23-2016, 09:43 AM
#101
This is my "new" 2015 XLT screw 3.5eb with 275/70/18 BFG KO2's on stock rims. I regularly tow a travel trailer with around a 700 pound hitch weight not including all the stuff I jam into the bed.
I want to add a level in the front and use an Air Lift or Firestone air bag system in the back. I have looked at many threads and can't decide between a 1.5 or 2" Air Spring spacer. I have seen that most people always end up going higher anyway but I don't mind a slight rake when empty, just trying to avoid the sag...
I guess what I'm asking is am I going to absolutely hate myself for putting on a 1.5 Air Spring kit? Just looking for some firsthand advice, thanks in advance.
I want to add a level in the front and use an Air Lift or Firestone air bag system in the back. I have looked at many threads and can't decide between a 1.5 or 2" Air Spring spacer. I have seen that most people always end up going higher anyway but I don't mind a slight rake when empty, just trying to avoid the sag...
I guess what I'm asking is am I going to absolutely hate myself for putting on a 1.5 Air Spring kit? Just looking for some firsthand advice, thanks in advance.
The fact that you tow would worry me with the higher level in front. I'm sure the bags will help but I have no experience with those. I doubt you want that dreaded nose high look though when you are towing your camper and have a bed full.
02-23-2016, 05:59 PM
#103
Senior Member
I have read a little bit about leveling kits and some say the bilstein 5100 front shocks are the way to go instead of spacers. I am only looking for a 2'' level, front only. Are these 5100's for sale yet? I saw them on autoanything but they say they are not compatible with a 2015+ F-150, according to the site.
02-26-2016, 12:15 AM
#104
Senior Member
This is my "new" 2015 XLT screw 3.5eb with 275/70/18 BFG KO2's on stock rims. I regularly tow a travel trailer with around a 700 pound hitch weight not including all the stuff I jam into the bed.
I want to add a level in the front and use an Air Lift or Firestone air bag system in the back. I have looked at many threads and can't decide between a 1.5 or 2" Air Spring spacer. I have seen that most people always end up going higher anyway but I don't mind a slight rake when empty, just trying to avoid the sag...
I guess what I'm asking is am I going to absolutely hate myself for putting on a 1.5 Air Spring kit? Just looking for some firsthand advice, thanks in advance.
I want to add a level in the front and use an Air Lift or Firestone air bag system in the back. I have looked at many threads and can't decide between a 1.5 or 2" Air Spring spacer. I have seen that most people always end up going higher anyway but I don't mind a slight rake when empty, just trying to avoid the sag...
I guess what I'm asking is am I going to absolutely hate myself for putting on a 1.5 Air Spring kit? Just looking for some firsthand advice, thanks in advance.
275/70-18 KO2 on 1.5 MotoFab kit
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02-26-2016, 01:25 PM
#106
Senior Member
03-15-2016, 10:02 PM
#107
M GO Blue!!
Level, set, go...
Ok, I installed a front 2.5" leveling kit in the front instead of the 1.5". I actually installed the spacer and the next day said "holy crap that looks higher than what I expected".. I then looked up the part number I was sent and found out it was a 2.5" and not the 1.5", guess I should have known but oh well.
I also installed a set of Air Lift airbags in the rear so hopefully the truck will not squat down when the camper is hooked up. I don't think it looks too bad but I will have to suck it up with the tires that are on there because I am running out of money!!!
I also installed a set of Air Lift airbags in the rear so hopefully the truck will not squat down when the camper is hooked up. I don't think it looks too bad but I will have to suck it up with the tires that are on there because I am running out of money!!!
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05-31-2016, 10:33 AM
#110
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