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Old 11-04-2009, 05:00 PM
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I have an 05 FX4 Screw and I am running factory wheels and tires. I want my truck to sit level or a little below in the front but definitely not higher.

What size do you guys suggest?
Any kit in particular?
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Don't do the 2.5" or it will sit higher. Go with the 2". I had a 2" on my truck till i had to remove it because one of the studs snapped off. It had about 1/2" rake and it looked perfect. I am going to buy the Auto springs Powder coated kit. I think they are the strongest.
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i think im going with the 2" as well, i just dont want the truck to look like its sagging when hauling a trailer. a little rake isnt bad, but there is just too much of it from the factory.
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who do you buy from?
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get the autospring off ebay, great kit well built, ive got the 2.5", you can get the powdercaoted kit for 80 bucks with free shipping
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Originally Posted by tdg0830
who do you buy from?
this guys a vendor on here
http://www.topguncustomz.com/Store/G...view=249981986
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I got the 2" powdercoated autospring set and like it. The truck sits level.
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My HBS 2.5" just got here today. Im gonna install it on friday then head to the tire store for my 295/70/17 nitto a/ts
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I went with a 2" and the truck is perfectly level. It sits a little low in the back when towing, but not much.

I'd like to see pics of the Nitto tires when you get them installed.
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Originally Posted by tdg0830
I have an 05 FX4 Screw and I am running factory wheels and tires. I want my truck to sit level or a little below in the front but definitely not higher.

What size do you guys suggest?
Any kit in particular?
The autospring kit's are hard to beat for the price. You also may want to check out the Bilstein 5100 series shock's that level the front up to 2 inches. If you need shock's this may be the best choice but they run about $200-250 for a pair.


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