The Leveling Kit Thread
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Looking for lower kit information for recently purchased: 2011 F150 5.0L 2wd stock rims/tires & SCREW w/5.5’ bed
Measurements from level driveway to wheel well arch: Front 35” & Rear 36.5”
Would like to lower Front/Rear either 1”/2” or 2”/3” (probably this)
Have to replace struts & shocks due to age, so include appropriate replacement strut/shock.
Looking for most economical quality package that I can accomplish on my garage floor.
Any/all lowering information will be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Measurements from level driveway to wheel well arch: Front 35” & Rear 36.5”
Would like to lower Front/Rear either 1”/2” or 2”/3” (probably this)
Have to replace struts & shocks due to age, so include appropriate replacement strut/shock.
Looking for most economical quality package that I can accomplish on my garage floor.
Any/all lowering information will be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Can anyone recommend camber specs for a late model F150 with a level? I had my truck aligned immediately after installing my Fox 2.0 kit, but got pretty bad outside tire wear which I see is common.
I'm getting new tires this weekend, and want to have them put more negative camber in the alignment. The question is how much more???
Thanks.
I'm getting new tires this weekend, and want to have them put more negative camber in the alignment. The question is how much more???
Thanks.
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From: Atlantic Beach, FL
Can anyone recommend camber specs for a late model F150 with a level? I had my truck aligned immediately after installing my Fox 2.0 kit, but got pretty bad outside tire wear which I see is common.
I'm getting new tires this weekend, and want to have them put more negative camber in the alignment. The question is how much more???
Thanks.
I'm getting new tires this weekend, and want to have them put more negative camber in the alignment. The question is how much more???
Thanks.
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From: Chicagoland, Illinois
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I am debating on whether I should do the same with my 2019 F150 Platinum.
I have a 17 Lariat with just 2.25 leveling spacers and its completely level and I'm running 305/55/20 Duratracks on stock Lariat wheels. I love the look of it but not the ride so much.
I am hoping to keep the stock ride in the 2019. I'm hoping the coilovers will do that.
By the way, you have a beautiful truck
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I don’t doubt new struts would be a better option and depending on my ride quality with the spacers I will likely get the 5100s eventually. Just figured my trucks basically new and may as well wear out the factory struts. I put 140k on a Nissan with spacers with no problem so I guess we’ll see.
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2019 XLT FX4 Sport Package, 2 1/4" Level Bilstien 5100, Racine Hostage 20x9 +12 offset, 285/60R20 TOYO AT2
2 1/4" Level with Billstien 5100, RaceLine Hostage +12 20x9, LT 285/60R20 TOYO AT2
Removed 1" block in rear, sits perfectly level
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I too have ridden on those great 5100s for three years before I switched to 6112 front/5160 rears...
The second position from the top for the spring saddle circlip on the Bilstein 6112 front shock body will result in 1.5" of lift. The top position would be 2" (the five options are stock ride height [bottom clip groove], .5", 1.0", 1.5" and 2").
Is that what you meant?
At first I was surprised at the super-taught feel of the 6112/5160, but while super firm it is never harsh. I love it now and would not go back, but the 5100s are great too.
The 6112/5160 combo is great for eating the bigger bumps.
The second position from the top for the spring saddle circlip on the Bilstein 6112 front shock body will result in 1.5" of lift. The top position would be 2" (the five options are stock ride height [bottom clip groove], .5", 1.0", 1.5" and 2").
Is that what you meant?
At first I was surprised at the super-taught feel of the 6112/5160, but while super firm it is never harsh. I love it now and would not go back, but the 5100s are great too.
The 6112/5160 combo is great for eating the bigger bumps.
I just finished the 6112/5160 combo today (Well my buddy Dan did most of the work) and driving home it was a noticeable difference. Oh, I have a 2018 Lariat short box FX4 Supercrew 5.0. I did a 1.5" lift on the front because it was an exact 2" rake so i didn't want a full level, I typically have stuff in the bed or a bike rack so that half inch makes a difference - in my mind. The biggest thing i noticed was corning and the truck felt flat, no body roll and break jack and acceleration lift felt less. I did this on my 2006 5.7l FX4 supercrew with all 5100's and loved it so had to do this again, so far, only driving it 15 miles, it is a big improvement. Tires will be next and I will post pics of the after with stock tires. Going back and forth on tire chose, but don't need that to be a discussion here.
LB