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Old 02-03-2014, 10:14 PM
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So, I have a 2013 STX 4x4. Has a RC 2.5" Level installed. Last time I measure, and not POSITIVE it was on level ground, it measured 1/2" high out back. And even when I look at it, it seems a tad high in the back. I want either perfectly level or a 1/2" lower in rear. I like the bulldogged look ( go ahead, give me ****, idc. )

My question is, is their anything less than a 1" drop shackle out their? And is anyone running a 2" or 2.5" level with drop shackles in the rear?

I'm going for like 1/4" or 1/2" at most lower in the rear, not 6" lift up front, factory in the back. Just something to get rid of the rake. I don't use my truck for towing or anything so.

Also, i'm running 35X12.50X20 Nitto Trails on 20x9 Mayhem Tank Wheels.

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So your trying to "tippin it bak"?
...from a previous thread if you don't get it...


Remove the rear block.
Old 02-03-2014, 11:50 PM
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What he said. If removing the block brings it down too far just buy a block that is 1/2" smaller or however small you wish.
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Maybe it's just the angle of the picture, but it already looks lower in the back?

And don't feel like you have to justify your preference of 'stance' to anyone.
It's your truck, you worked hard for it, as long as your happy that's all that counts. Great looking truck.
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here is one from ford racing...


http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...tKeyField=7815
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As mentioned, just swap your rear blocks. Get 1" to replace your 1.25" stock blocks.
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Leave it alone...truck looks fine as it is now !!
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Like I said, i'm going to measure 2 or 3 more times. Lol. I was at work yesterday and it looked level lol! Idk. I may do the 1" block too see. This truck sits like 41" high out back.
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Also depends how much gas is in your tank.

36 gallons is almost 300 lbs
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add 3-4 50lb sand bags and see what it's like. My concern with lowering the rear would be tires rubbing under articulation.


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