KIRT

Trying to decide which leveling kit to buy. I've noticed a few different kinds. I'm looking to go 2.5" to 3" and i don't want the back to sag. So add-a-leaf or blocks is the question? What are the advantages or disadvantages? Does the add-a-leaf increase payload capacity or does it make the truck ride rough? Any suggestions?

onelildude

if you do the right kit it should only level the truck. if you pull a lot of stuff then you could add a leaf but it will sit the same as stock only a little higher. blocks will only give you lift

wxmcpo

I had a 2.5" leveling kit on my truck prior to lifting it and it sat ~3/4" higher in the front than in the rear, but you really couldn't tell with the naked eye. You shouldn't need either blocks or an AAL after installing a leveling kit. Also don't go any higher than the 2.5" kit though because you'll put your front end suspension at too severe an angle and the parts will wear out a lot quicker on you.

KIRT

I actually want to keep the factory rake. Call me weird but i like it. I'm just looking for a little more ride hieght for larger tires. Just looking for pros and cons between add-a-leaf and blocks. I would like to just get 6" lift like you but thats a little out of my budget at this time. Maybe i will just forget about the leveling kit and save for the 6" lift. Not sure i can wait that long though.

onelildude

a lift would be your best option but if you can't afford it right now just save for it cause you will never be happy with Just A Leveling Kit

Ranger2F150

Go talk to your local spring shop....they will guide you to correct way to set this up. Don't use those freakin blocks.

Maddox181

I'm having the same trouble . I have an 05 F150 2WD and want to raise it up to at least 4x4 height. Just for looks and cause I want to put 33's on it. I've been doing a lot of research. I seem to be getting closer but no REAL straight forward "here's what to do" answer. I don't want to spend much. What's the simplest answer to acheive my goal?????? HELP!!!

UrbanTerrain

I put the 2.5 in the front with a 1.5 block in the rear. A 1" block would have kept me level so now I have a factory looking rake like you were looking for. I went with block to keep the factory ride, I don't haul heavy loads so no need to stiffen the rear.

NVR2LO

shackle.

Maddox181

Nice! So it's givin you no problems?