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Old Aug 8, 2020 | 01:44 PM
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theyre the 20x10 -18, the concave spokes is why i went with this size/offset. I definately wouldnt go any bigger tire size with these without a actual lift tho
That definitely confirms the look I’m after then, thank you.
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Old Aug 8, 2020 | 09:56 PM
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2019 f150 4wd Screw 6.5
3.0 diesel

Went with Fuel Blitz (+20mm)a Duratrac 285/75-18s Tires are 34.75 " tall by 11.25" wide.


Went with Vertex Coilovers 0-2" on Front.

Vertex reservoir shocks 0-3" on rear.

The rear leaf has factory 1" block so might '
"Piggyback a BDS 1" spacer (waiting to hear if this is o.k from BDS) .



Truck sits just about dead level.

Has some squat when loaded so going to also add a Hellwig Pro helper spring....might go air bag or RAS at later date.

Pretty sure if I have Hellwigs adjusted for some "preload" and crank up reservoirs in rear it should tow good.

Truck handles very close to factory but handles "swooops" , dips, potholes and washboard way better.

There was a little rubbing at full lock on head of 7/16" bolt for Gatorback Flap bracket. Bent back a little and clears o.k.

Very pleased so far.

Only thing I would change is do the work myself.



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Old Aug 8, 2020 | 11:20 PM
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Hey guys new to forum

Bought a 2” levelling kit for my 2016 f150 4x4 and upon getting licensed mechanic (friend of a friend) to install it he installed it then pulled it out because he said there was A slight obstruction with the CV boot and no way an alignment would fix this. Anyone else ever experienced this? TIA any input would help
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Old Aug 9, 2020 | 12:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Kramer0491
Hey guys new to forum

Bought a 2” levelling kit for my 2016 f150 4x4 and upon getting licensed mechanic (friend of a friend) to install it he installed it then pulled it out because he said there was A slight obstruction with the CV boot and no way an alignment would fix this. Anyone else ever experienced this? TIA any input would help
i installed mine and i didnt notice that?
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Old Aug 9, 2020 | 07:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Kramer0491
Hey guys new to forum

Bought a 2” levelling kit for my 2016 f150 4x4 and upon getting licensed mechanic (friend of a friend) to install it he installed it then pulled it out because he said there was A slight obstruction with the CV boot and no way an alignment would fix this. Anyone else ever experienced this? TIA any input would help
Need more info, what was the obstruction? Never found a problem with the CV boot, with a 2".
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Old Aug 9, 2020 | 08:26 AM
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Originally Posted by johnday in BFE
Need more info, what was the obstruction? Never found a problem with the CV boot, with a 2".

Here is picture he took of obstruction
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Old Aug 9, 2020 | 09:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Kramer0491

Here is picture he took of obstruction
Ahso, Looks like the suspension is at full droop, with it sitting on ground with tire/wheel installed, that angle won't be so great, and boot should clear the lower shock.
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Old Aug 9, 2020 | 09:52 AM
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Can anyone tell me if rear blocks change the ride quality? I am getting ready to do a front level and am wondering if I need to do 1 -2" blocks in the rear to retain some rake if those will change anything. I am planning on doing Billstein 5100's all around.
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Old Aug 9, 2020 | 09:53 AM
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Can anyone tell me if rear blocks change the ride quality? I am getting ready to do a front level and am wondering if I need to do 1 -2" blocks in the rear to retain some rake if those will change anything. I am planning on doing Billstein 5100's all around.
No, doesn't affect the ride at all in my experience.
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Old Aug 9, 2020 | 11:22 AM
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I have a 2020 122” 4x4 regular cab shorty. I want to drop the rear to level it without lifting but also possibly do a shock and strut change. My question being can I make my suspension softer? Would UCA swap be beneficial? I find my truck is too rough in the city, I cant have a paper cup coffee in the cup holder if I hit a bump it goes everywhere.

thanks for any response or input.
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