The Leveling Kit Thread
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My previous truck was a 2015; loaded lariat screw, fx4 package, no max tow package. Same front level kit and left about same rake as I have now.
You can call autospring, ask them how much it will bring up the front end ( from what I remember it's not a true 1.5" for some reason but close; and the 2" isn't a true 2") and you can jack up the front up by that much; measuring the bottom of the front fender as a reference point.
You can call autospring, ask them how much it will bring up the front end ( from what I remember it's not a true 1.5" for some reason but close; and the 2" isn't a true 2") and you can jack up the front up by that much; measuring the bottom of the front fender as a reference point.
Last edited by bobn; Dec 27, 2018 at 11:10 PM. Reason: Added max for tow package
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Find a local shop who will do the whole thing for you. Tell them you want some rake left. Around here you can get a leveling kit installed from 300 to 350 with an alignment. That includes the leveling kit.
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I need some advise......
I'm thinking about installing the Bilstein 5100's all around my 2WD 2018 SCab XLT V-8 and going with a 1' lift on the front (on the shock, not with a block) and installing a set of lowering shackles on the rear (set at 1") so my truck will be level.........has anyone done this?.....would there be an issue with the rear shock bottoming out before the axle hits the bump-stop?
Thanks in advance for your help.
I'm thinking about installing the Bilstein 5100's all around my 2WD 2018 SCab XLT V-8 and going with a 1' lift on the front (on the shock, not with a block) and installing a set of lowering shackles on the rear (set at 1") so my truck will be level.........has anyone done this?.....would there be an issue with the rear shock bottoming out before the axle hits the bump-stop?
Thanks in advance for your help.
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Well it looks like this is a moot point bc I got a call from Ford last week saying they have approved my buy back due to lemon law. My engine went out at 10K miles and a host of other issues. We shall see.
Anyone running 34" tires and 3.31 gears. The 10-speed does great but I do a lot of Highway driving. 70mph+. Not really worried about gas mileage but I don't want this 10-speed hunting gears on the highway.
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I have 35's with 3.31's (which would obviously be heavier than 34's). It's ok, though I only have the 6 speed. I keep my speed around 65-70 and my truck stays in 6th probably 90% of the time. Just depends on the wind and how steep a hill is.