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I want to install a ksp moter front control arm set and leveling kit on my 2026 f150 crew cab https://www.kspmotor.com/products/2-4-inch-control-arm-lift-kits-ford-f150
Can I run 17 on 35 with this and do I need to raise up the rear of the truck to make it even and should I add rear struts.
Can I run 17 on 35 with this and do I need to raise up the rear of the truck to make it even and should I add rear struts.
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Is your truck 2wd or 4x4?
What engine and axle ratio? 35s can be a bit much for anything less than a 3.73 ratio and a MPG killer.
Have you measured how much rake you have? My 22 had 4.25"
Do you tow/haul anything? If so leave yourself at least 1-1.5" rake
I've seen many people clear a 285-60r20 at stock height and seen a few with just a 2" level that looked really good.
You can run 17" wheels as long as you don't have max tow unless ford changed something for the 2026+ model that I'm not aware of.
Your lift requirement will be different depending on what width of 35" tire you pick if you're planning a 35x12.50r17 on a 17x10 for example the 35s on 20x8 wheels need a 5.5"BS and 20x9 need a minimum 5.75"BS on a 4" BDS lift. Also on a BDS proper drop cross member lift you have to cut the frame for clearance, but with the drop brackets your CV axle angles are much better that a 3"+ top hat lift. There are a few kits out there that are 3" that use both a top hat spacer and a preload that helps the angles better at full droop.
Just make sure if you do anything to the front end get a good alignment afterwards and to a retorque after a few miles. I've had lots of trucks come in over the years that customers have done their own work and left things loose.
What engine and axle ratio? 35s can be a bit much for anything less than a 3.73 ratio and a MPG killer.
Have you measured how much rake you have? My 22 had 4.25"
Do you tow/haul anything? If so leave yourself at least 1-1.5" rake
I've seen many people clear a 285-60r20 at stock height and seen a few with just a 2" level that looked really good.
You can run 17" wheels as long as you don't have max tow unless ford changed something for the 2026+ model that I'm not aware of.
Your lift requirement will be different depending on what width of 35" tire you pick if you're planning a 35x12.50r17 on a 17x10 for example the 35s on 20x8 wheels need a 5.5"BS and 20x9 need a minimum 5.75"BS on a 4" BDS lift. Also on a BDS proper drop cross member lift you have to cut the frame for clearance, but with the drop brackets your CV axle angles are much better that a 3"+ top hat lift. There are a few kits out there that are 3" that use both a top hat spacer and a preload that helps the angles better at full droop.
Just make sure if you do anything to the front end get a good alignment afterwards and to a retorque after a few miles. I've had lots of trucks come in over the years that customers have done their own work and left things loose.
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Is your truck 2wd or 4x4?
What engine and axle ratio? 35s can be a bit much for anything less than a 3.73 ratio and a MPG killer.
Have you measured how much rake you have? My 22 had 4.25"
Do you tow/haul anything? If so leave yourself at least 1-1.5" rake
I've seen many people clear a 285-60r20 at stock height and seen a few with just a 2" level that looked really good.
You can run 17" wheels as long as you don't have max tow unless ford changed something for the 2026+ model that I'm not aware of.
Your lift requirement will be different depending on what width of 35" tire you pick if you're planning a 35x12.50r17 on a 17x10 for example the 35s on 20x8 wheels need a 5.5"BS and 20x9 need a minimum 5.75"BS on a 4" BDS lift. Also on a BDS proper drop cross member lift you have to cut the frame for clearance, but with the drop brackets your CV axle angles are much better that a 3"+ top hat lift. There are a few kits out there that are 3" that use both a top hat spacer and a preload that helps the angles better at full droop.
Just make sure if you do anything to the front end get a good alignment afterwards and to a retorque after a few miles. I've had lots of trucks come in over the years that customers have done their own work and left things loose.
What engine and axle ratio? 35s can be a bit much for anything less than a 3.73 ratio and a MPG killer.
Have you measured how much rake you have? My 22 had 4.25"
Do you tow/haul anything? If so leave yourself at least 1-1.5" rake
I've seen many people clear a 285-60r20 at stock height and seen a few with just a 2" level that looked really good.
You can run 17" wheels as long as you don't have max tow unless ford changed something for the 2026+ model that I'm not aware of.
Your lift requirement will be different depending on what width of 35" tire you pick if you're planning a 35x12.50r17 on a 17x10 for example the 35s on 20x8 wheels need a 5.5"BS and 20x9 need a minimum 5.75"BS on a 4" BDS lift. Also on a BDS proper drop cross member lift you have to cut the frame for clearance, but with the drop brackets your CV axle angles are much better that a 3"+ top hat lift. There are a few kits out there that are 3" that use both a top hat spacer and a preload that helps the angles better at full droop.
Just make sure if you do anything to the front end get a good alignment afterwards and to a retorque after a few miles. I've had lots of trucks come in over the years that customers have done their own work and left things loose.
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Is your truck 2wd or 4x4?
What engine and axle ratio? 35s can be a bit much for anything less than a 3.73 ratio and a MPG killer.
Have you measured how much rake you have? My 22 had 4.25"
Do you tow/haul anything? If so leave yourself at least 1-1.5" rake
I've seen many people clear a 285-60r20 at stock height and seen a few with just a 2" level that looked really good.
You can run 17" wheels as long as you don't have max tow unless ford changed something for the 2026+ model that I'm not aware of.
Your lift requirement will be different depending on what width of 35" tire you pick if you're planning a 35x12.50r17 on a 17x10 for example the 35s on 20x8 wheels need a 5.5"BS and 20x9 need a minimum 5.75"BS on a 4" BDS lift. Also on a BDS proper drop cross member lift you have to cut the frame for clearance, but with the drop brackets your CV axle angles are much better that a 3"+ top hat lift. There are a few kits out there that are 3" that use both a top hat spacer and a preload that helps the angles better at full droop.
Just make sure if you do anything to the front end get a good alignment afterwards and to a retorque after a few miles. I've had lots of trucks come in over the years that customers have done their wown work and left things loose.
What engine and axle ratio? 35s can be a bit much for anything less than a 3.73 ratio and a MPG killer.
Have you measured how much rake you have? My 22 had 4.25"
Do you tow/haul anything? If so leave yourself at least 1-1.5" rake
I've seen many people clear a 285-60r20 at stock height and seen a few with just a 2" level that looked really good.
You can run 17" wheels as long as you don't have max tow unless ford changed something for the 2026+ model that I'm not aware of.
Your lift requirement will be different depending on what width of 35" tire you pick if you're planning a 35x12.50r17 on a 17x10 for example the 35s on 20x8 wheels need a 5.5"BS and 20x9 need a minimum 5.75"BS on a 4" BDS lift. Also on a BDS proper drop cross member lift you have to cut the frame for clearance, but with the drop brackets your CV axle angles are much better that a 3"+ top hat lift. There are a few kits out there that are 3" that use both a top hat spacer and a preload that helps the angles better at full droop.
Just make sure if you do anything to the front end get a good alignment afterwards and to a retorque after a few miles. I've had lots of trucks come in over the years that customers have done their wown work and left things loose.
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I haven't done much with 2wd lift kits, you won't have to worry about CV axle angles. I know to fit a 12.5 and not rub it'll require a 4" lift with proper backspacing on the wheels. The 2wd will sit lower than a 4x4 from factory so you'll probably need a 6" 2wd lift to fit that wide of a tire. If you stick with a narrower tire like a 285 you should be able to clear with a 3" level and a block the back.
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I haven't done much with 2wd lift kits, you won't have to worry about CV axle angles. I know to fit a 12.5 and not rub it'll require a 4" lift with proper backspacing on the wheels. The 2wd will sit lower than a 4x4 from factory so you'll probably need a 6" 2wd lift to fit that wide of a tire. If you stick with a narrower tire like a 285 you should be able to clear with a 3" level and a block the back.
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I haven't done much with 2wd lift kits, you won't have to worry about CV axle angles. I know to fit a 12.5 and not rub it'll require a 4" lift with proper backspacing on the wheels. The 2wd will sit lower than a 4x4 from factory so you'll probably need a 6" 2wd lift to fit that wide of a tire. If you stick with a narrower tire like a 285 you should be able to clear with a 3" level and a block the back.
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I would look Into something like this for example:
https://www.readylift.com/3-5-sst-li...2021-2025.html
https://www.roughcountry.com/product...ift-kit-40830c
There might be more brands out there. I've used both of these on customers vehicles and on mine before.
https://www.readylift.com/3-5-sst-li...2021-2025.html
https://www.roughcountry.com/product...ift-kit-40830c
There might be more brands out there. I've used both of these on customers vehicles and on mine before.