I have a 2012 XLT Crew wtih a 6.5' box ecoboost max tow package. I currently have a rake of 1.75" and like the looks of a leveled truck. I still want a little rake so if I do tow my boat or sleds I'm not squatting.

Would a 1.5" level be the way to go? Or should I just forget about it? I don't want to lift the rear any more due to my trailers. I also am running BFG KO2's in 285/60-18's on the truck.

 

There are so many variables at play. For example I just had Bilstein 5100's added up front with the second to the highest setting. It looks to me like it has a very small amount of reverse rake. Which I hear will settle over time. Best thing probably would be go to a shop and talk with them about what exactly would level the truck.

 

 

5100s in rear and a 2'' block. Cheap and can do it yourself with a buddy over a few beers.

 

 

similar question here for me, I bought some shackles for the rear that are suppose to drop it 3 " at the last setting. instructions on most say to bend the small sheet metal flange above the shackle too. Do you all think I should go all the way or use one hole position less for 2" leaving a slight rake. I pull a utility trailer, some dirt bikes and riding mowers and that's about it? Not touching the front end at all

 

I see Motofab has a 1/2" and 1" leveling kit. I wonder if that would be the better way to go?

 

I "leveled" my 13' FX2 by dropping the Rear, as I didn't want to raise the front on a 2wd. I bought a pair of Ford Racing Shackles, which advertises a 2" drop.
I must say it sits PERFECTELY now, only sits 1/2" higher in the rear now & has been like this since 6/10/16 w/NO adverse effects

Link to Post on my Build-Thread:
https://www.f150forum.com/f78/build-...6/#post5548038

 

My truck was 1.75 high in the rear, went with a AS 1.5" lift. Got a touch over 2" that settled to about less than 2", truck looks level now.