Lift or Leveling Kit?
09-27-2013, 05:17 PM
#22
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So sounds like these shocks (Ranchos or Bilstein) give me the same thing as a leveling kit, plus maybe a nicer ride, not that I have a problem with the stock FX4 ride. So let me ask one other way, I money is not an issue, would you do Ranchos, Bilstein, or leveling kit?
King Coilovers
, then Bilstein 5100, then Rancho QuickLift, then Spacers. They do similar things, either replacement shock is going to be an improvement over stock.
-Chas
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Mark@TruckImage.com (09-27-2013)
09-27-2013, 05:18 PM
#23
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The Rancho shocks are different, since they have adjustable dampening. This allows you to adjust the ride to exactly your comfort level.
I prefer the stiffer and more planted ride, but I know many others may find they like the softer ride. Also depends where you will be driving the truck most often.
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Total Automotive Performance (09-27-2013)
09-27-2013, 05:29 PM
#24
Paved roads and highways 99% of the time. Maybe out into a field for some duck hunting in the winter, but I could drive a Ford Mustang through the fields I'm in half the time! The only time I need 4WD is in the snow, which I do get into a few times a year having family up in the Northeast. But basically, a good ride on the road is all I'm looking for. My modifications are mostly cosmetic, not functional, improvements. That's what marriage and two young kids will do for you...LOL!
09-27-2013, 05:32 PM
#25
Sounds to me like Ranchos are the way to go since they are adjustable in more ways. Too stiff, too lose...just adjust them. They are more expensive but if I don't mind paying more for that kind of flexibility, seems like that's a no brainer, no? Unless it ends up being the type of thing where they are constantly needing re-adjustment...
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Total Automotive Performance (09-27-2013)
09-27-2013, 05:33 PM
#26
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Some people are going on the highest level on the Bilsteins which is what causes the rough ride. The middle setting feels smooth as butter.
Agreed with Billy, I prefer a tighter - planted ride.
The adjustability of the Rancho shocks is a really cool feature though, mostly only found on sports car suspension systems. The MyRide controller is a pretty badass toy as well.
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For either kit:
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Agreed with Billy, I prefer a tighter - planted ride.
The adjustability of the Rancho shocks is a really cool feature though, mostly only found on sports car suspension systems. The MyRide controller is a pretty badass toy as well.
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For either kit:
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Rancho Loaded Quicklift Complete System
Last edited by Total Automotive Performance; 09-27-2013 at 05:39 PM.
09-27-2013, 05:55 PM
#27
Some people are going on the highest level on the Bilsteins which is what causes the rough ride. The middle setting feels smooth as butter.
Agreed with Billy, I prefer a tighter - planted ride.
The adjustability of the Rancho shocks is a really cool feature though, mostly only found on sports car suspension systems. The MyRide controller is a pretty badass toy as well.
Rancho Quicklift Loaded F150 video - YouTube
Use the PromoCode: F150Forum
For either kit:
Rancho Loaded Quicklift Front Pair
Rancho Loaded Quicklift Complete System
Agreed with Billy, I prefer a tighter - planted ride.
The adjustability of the Rancho shocks is a really cool feature though, mostly only found on sports car suspension systems. The MyRide controller is a pretty badass toy as well.
Rancho Quicklift Loaded F150 video - YouTube
Use the PromoCode: F150Forum
For either kit:
Rancho Loaded Quicklift Front Pair
Rancho Loaded Quicklift Complete System
As to the Op... Read the reviews... There are a few threads here in the 2009-2013 thread about Rancho Quicklift... And Also Blistein.... Giving the choice and bank account... There is no doubt that King Coilover or Fox Coilovers would definitely be the route to...