Mid Travel set up
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Total Automotive Performance (09-26-2013)
09-26-2013, 12:32 PM
#14
I was told that the factory oem replacemnt coilovers would work just fine. But now that you mention it I'm skeptical about them. I may be sending them back to king to get the extended coilovers. We will see by the end of the week!
09-26-2013, 01:01 PM
#15
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I think there might be some confusion on how this works...
A lift spindle just moves the hub mounting location lower which raises the front of the truck, it does nothing for travel and it has to be the same size as factory (from uca to lca) or it wouldn't fit in the factory location and maintain factory handling characteristics. Adding uniball uca's will add about 1.5 inches of droop travel, so instead of 8 inches total, you will have a total of 9.5 with no gain in uptravel.
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Just trying to help.
Here is a thread on mt/lt suspension:
https://www.f150forum.com/f34/mid-tr...thread-224051/
A lift spindle just moves the hub mounting location lower which raises the front of the truck, it does nothing for travel and it has to be the same size as factory (from uca to lca) or it wouldn't fit in the factory location and maintain factory handling characteristics. Adding uniball uca's will add about 1.5 inches of droop travel, so instead of 8 inches total, you will have a total of 9.5 with no gain in uptravel.
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Baja Kits releases new fabricated upright for 2009 Ford F-150 2WD
Baja Kits has just released its latest product, a bolt-on fabricated upright that levels the front end of your 2009 and up 2wd Ford F-150. The computer designed fabricated upright lifts the front end enough to clear 35 inch tires without compromising handling or safety. Cheap spacer kits or cranking the preload all the way up on the factory shock changes the inclination angle, puts a strain on the upper control arm, maxes out the shock travel and creates twitchy steering and a harsh ride.
The Baja Kits fabricated upright is properly engineered to lift the front end without creating these negative effects. It works seamlessly with your factory steering and suspension settings while providing a substantial increase in strength and durability. Enhance your F-150 and provide the clearance necessary for 35 inch tires without giving up the comfort and handling of your factory Ford suspension.
Baja Kits has just released its latest product, a bolt-on fabricated upright that levels the front end of your 2009 and up 2wd Ford F-150. The computer designed fabricated upright lifts the front end enough to clear 35 inch tires without compromising handling or safety. Cheap spacer kits or cranking the preload all the way up on the factory shock changes the inclination angle, puts a strain on the upper control arm, maxes out the shock travel and creates twitchy steering and a harsh ride.
The Baja Kits fabricated upright is properly engineered to lift the front end without creating these negative effects. It works seamlessly with your factory steering and suspension settings while providing a substantial increase in strength and durability. Enhance your F-150 and provide the clearance necessary for 35 inch tires without giving up the comfort and handling of your factory Ford suspension.
Here is a thread on mt/lt suspension:
https://www.f150forum.com/f34/mid-tr...thread-224051/
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09-26-2013, 05:38 PM
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Total Automotive Performance (09-26-2013)
10-07-2013, 06:41 PM
#18
Forgot to post the shocks, here's the pic. The tires and spindles are
Going in on Wednesday. The truck is nearing completion for the front portion. Can't wait to start the rear bedcage with bypass shocks!
Going in on Wednesday. The truck is nearing completion for the front portion. Can't wait to start the rear bedcage with bypass shocks!
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Total Automotive Performance (10-22-2013)
10-08-2013, 02:34 AM
#19
Wait your going with a bedcage and bypasses in the rear with a spindle lift and oem coilovers in the front? That doesn't add up haha are the bed cage and bypasses more for looks or do you really want your rear end to out perform your front end by 200-300% lol. You can pull 18in of suspension in the rear with a spring under set up and frame notch without going thro the bed. That's twice as much than your front set up...
10-08-2013, 04:04 AM
#20
Brenthel/bajkits has a great kit for the rear with no bed cage needed at all. I think this is the kit they did for me http://www.bajakits.com/product/04-08-ford-f150-2wd-4wd-spring-under-kit/ I know its for and 04-08 but I dont think theirs a big change between our trucks rear suspension (I could be wrong). Might be worth talking to them to see if they have an option for your truck.
This is a pic of my truck. Looks great drives great and I have my full bed.
This is a pic of my truck. Looks great drives great and I have my full bed.
Last edited by patclarke; 10-08-2013 at 04:12 AM.