FX4 Height difference
#1
FX4 Height difference
I recall when I purchased my 2014 FX4 reading that the FX4 package gave it additional height. Is this correct? Is the additional height just in the rear? The reason I ask is I want to level it and I want to know if I need more lift in the front than a regular 4x4. THx
#3
The FX4 has changed a lot over the years. It was originally it’s own trim level. By 2014 an FX4 was just an option package of shocks, skid plates, and tires. I have never heard anything about the springs being taller in the FX4. If it ever was, it was probably in the earlier years when it was a separate trim level.
#4
The other thing that made me think of it recently was about 2 weeks ago I parked next to a more recent model. A 2015-2017, and there was no doubt that the top of my rear tailgate was noticeably higher.
#5
The FX4 has changed a lot over the years. It was originally it’s own trim level. By 2014 an FX4 was just an option package of shocks, skid plates, and tires. I have never heard anything about the springs being taller in the FX4. If it ever was, it was probably in the earlier years when it was a separate trim level.
For 09-14 it is the same height as the other trucks, however the shock tuning is different, but no height difference. I can't comment on height comparison of a 09-14 to a 15+.
#6
Senior Member
Could have been a truck that was leveled by lowering the rear a tad (remove/or smaller blocks maybe?)
#7
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Do related keyword searches and you'll find related threads and posts...
When Bilstein 5100 shocks became available for 2014+ F150, I jumped on it as did several others here. My objective wasn't lift/levelling but instead improved jounce/rebound vs OEM stock shocks which I did achieve. I remain delighted in my choice (BTW, equivalent fitment Bilstein 5100 shocks in my 2000 Wrangler - now retired strictly for weekly trail use with new 2017 KJ Rubicon 6-speed replacing that for local grocery-getter duties).
Pertaining to topic, don't believe FX4 had any spring nor related ride height differences than other model year F150 4WD trucks. You can see my own before/after dimensions shown here as well as others if starting from beginning of an older related thread...
When Bilstein 5100 shocks became available for 2014+ F150, I jumped on it as did several others here. My objective wasn't lift/levelling but instead improved jounce/rebound vs OEM stock shocks which I did achieve. I remain delighted in my choice (BTW, equivalent fitment Bilstein 5100 shocks in my 2000 Wrangler - now retired strictly for weekly trail use with new 2017 KJ Rubicon 6-speed replacing that for local grocery-getter duties).
Pertaining to topic, don't believe FX4 had any spring nor related ride height differences than other model year F150 4WD trucks. You can see my own before/after dimensions shown here as well as others if starting from beginning of an older related thread...
Last edited by DirtDawg; 12-23-2017 at 09:35 PM.
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#8
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I have a 2011 FX4 and always thought the rear end sat up high, not sure if it is any higher than other models but looked like it to me. Anyway, i leveled mine with Bilsteins and went with the second from the top setting (1.75 i believe) as i did not want to max it out or add too extreme suspension angles. Turned out nice at that setting, rides a little stiffer but still better than the factory shocks and only has about 1/2 inch or less of rake.
#9
I have a 2011 FX4 and always thought the rear end sat up high, not sure if it is any higher than other models but looked like it to me. Anyway, i leveled mine with Bilsteins and went with the second from the top setting (1.75 i believe) as i did not want to max it out or add too extreme suspension angles. Turned out nice at that setting, rides a little stiffer but still better than the factory shocks and only has about 1/2 inch or less of rake.
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