I've had my '05 F-150 (XLT 4WD SCAB w/ tow package) for a few months now. The previous owner had just installed new loaded front struts prior to the sale. After looking at other stock F-150's, it seems to me that I have more front-to-rear rake. Can someone with stock suspension and 265-70-17's measure from the top of their tire to the fender well lip? I get just about 6-1/4". Just wondering if these are the correct strut assemblies or if 2WD struts were used. I would like it a little higher, but don't want to install a 2.5" level kit. Thanks in advance...

 

Most aftermarket coil spring don't have the load ratings of the OEM ones, so it may sit slightly lower. What is the measurement from the ground to the center of the wheel well?

 

You are saying it still sits higher in the rear, right? I would consider leaving it that way unless you have trouble clearing the tires you want to use in the future. The way I double check mine is to park on level pavement, measure from the ground at the center of the tire to the center of the wheel arch. (I like to have it still >.5" higher in the rear) My truck already had a leveling kit when I got it, it actually sat higher in the front than back, I used the readylift blocks to bring the rear up 1"+ and it still appears just barely level. Kind of annoying but usually it looks fine.

 

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Yes, you are correct. IMO, it sits much higher in the rear. Like you, I do prefer it to sit slightly higher back there. I get 36" from the ground to the fender well. Can someone post up their results? I'm suspect of the front suspension because it is new (not sure of brand). The back looks stock/original. Also my headlights seem to shine quite low. I know they are adjustable, but if the struts are wrong, I would like to start there.

 

Hey Alex, your product is really nice, but would be a waste on my stock. Maybe in the future though...

 

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Ok, so it look likes I'm running a 3"(+ish) difference front to rear. I think I'll beat these new loaded struts through the winter and replace them in the spring. Until them, I might pick up a set of 1" lift blocks off Amazon, made by Daystar:

 

If you're going to take down the front end to install a level you might as well just do it right the 1st time or you'll be unhappy until you do.

 

I agree 100% with that philosophy. I just wanted to save some coin right now. Plus, the roads around here are absolutely horrendous in the winter, so I figured I'd beat these 'new' stuts up a little before just tossing them.