Wileecoyote

Ok so iv never had a "lowered" truck I use "" because im thinking about just doing drop shackles I have a 2013 stx 4x4 don't really like the stance back sits way to high vs the front instead of doing what I normally do a leveling kit think im going to lower it this time around. Now I don't use my bed everyday but I do use it and I get a lot of snow where I live so with this being said can I put a shackle in and have it ride like factory/handle weightin the back when I put things back there and perform like a 4x4 in the snow and what are you guys running would help
Thanks

clpeller

Do this instead and save yourself the money. I've had my rear blocks out for over 75000km and no problems so far. And I live in Northern Alberta, so it's winter for about 8 months here.

https://www.f150forum.com/f38/rear-b...emoved-223667/

azmidget91

If you do remove the block, or just do a shackle. I suggest getting the stock 2wd bump stops, they are shorter for the lower ride height.

Wileecoyote

is there a big difference between block removal and a drop shackle? I can a rough country drop shackle for under 50$ that's the only reason I ask

Wileecoyote

azmidget91 like your truck alot

azmidget91

Shackle will be 2" block removal will be 1.5"

Thanks, I actually lifted it and sold it. Bought a 2013 fx2 and just ordered the lowering kit yesterday, should be around a 4/5.5 drop

Wileecoyote

thanks think I will buy the drop shackles anything else I have to change with them?

azmidget91

You might needs shims, but not all trucks do. Odds are if you don't have a vibration from a standstill to wide open throttle (with no tire spin) at around 2000 RPM then you will be fine. If you do then it will get worse and will need shims to correct.

Again I highly suggest either buying the stock 2wd bump stops or getting some shorter aftermarket ones. It won't be a huge issue, most people don't do this, but will reduce bottoming out.

Wileecoyote

thanks man!

Jimaa66

I'm in total agreement with azmidget91. That was the first thing I did after dropping my 4x4. If you went over railroad tracks (yes, slowly...), it would feel like there was no rear suspension at all. I quickly realized it was the bump-stops, and took mine out and simply cut them down.Haven't had an issue since. This should be a requirement when you do the back end.