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Old 08-19-2017, 11:38 AM
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I just put basic 3" lift on my 2009 F150 along with 33x12.5R20 wheels. Problem I have is my ride quality dropped dramatically. My question is:
Are there some after market shocks that improve my ride quality???
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I just put basic 3" lift on my 2009 F150 along with 33x12.5R20 wheels. Problem I have is my ride quality dropped dramatically. My question is:
Are there some after market shocks that improve my ride quality???
First, this is the 04-08 section. Second, by basic 3" lift I take it you mean a level/spacer.

That right there ruined your ride quality because your suspension is just about maxed out.

Your angles will be severe and your UCA is likely contacting the coil when you hit bumps.

You can either get a true 4" (smallest size) suspension lift or get a smaller spacer. But you will not get a good ride quality with the 3" spacer no matter what.
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First, this is the 04-08 section. Second, by basic 3" lift I take it you mean a level/spacer.

That right there ruined your ride quality because your suspension is just about maxed out.

Your angles will be severe and your UCA is likely contacting the coil when you hit bumps.

You can either get a true 4" (smallest size) suspension lift or get a smaller spacer. But you will not get a good ride quality with the 3" spacer no matter what.
X2 here. I don't even now why they sell a 3" spacer.
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Originally Posted by ivoF150
I just put basic 3" lift on my 2009 F150 along with 33x12.5R20 wheels. Problem I have is my ride quality dropped dramatically. My question is:
Are there some after market shocks that improve my ride quality???
Not aware of a 3" lift... 4" and 6" are basic..



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