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12-02-2018, 04:13 PM
#2481
F150 SUSPENSION GURU
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NORCAL SS (Tony) - I have a 2011 F150 Scab 2WD 3.5 EcoBoost that I have the 3/5 DJM front and rear lowering kits installed with Bilstein front struts and rear Shocks. (Had to have Bilstein Custom Valve some of their Short Shocks for the rear) Truck rides absolutely wonderful with these shocks on. I have also installed the “Hellwig” rear sway bar.
However, when driving on the freeway at 70 MPH and going over transitions from the Road to a Bridge where the road bed has subsided a bit and produced a small rise at the Bridge, the rear axel will be slapped up and hit the bump stops. The top of the axel when in the resting position is about 2.5 inches below the bottom of the Frame Rail / DJM Bump Stops above.
I was thinking of purchasing the Air Lift “SlamAir” Rear Axle Air Helper Springs for Lowered Trucks - 2011 F150 2WD part # 59210, to resolve this issue and also at the same time be able to adjust the rear ride height when I load the Bed up hauling different things.
The Truck when I bought it already had an Air Compressor system installed with an On/Off Switch, Air Pressure Gauge, and an Air Bleed Valve on a small panel below the Steering Column. So I can conveniently adjust the rear ride height while driving.
What do you think of this solution and can I purchase the Air Lift "SlamAir" bag system from you?
Tony, thank you for taking your time to read my request.
i have them for 375 shipped and yes will work lowering the back and adjusting fine
12-20-2018, 12:41 AM
#2482
Is it possible to get a 4 corner air suspension for a 2017 4x4 super crew? One that I can lower and raise it like the rams can?
12-20-2018, 06:33 AM
#2484
I bought the drop spindle kit maxtrac i also got there 1" drop coils but not sure if I'm going to use them i think 2 /4 right now see how the boat tows .I was wondering are the belltech perf. Struts and springs going to make the truck handle better I drive a lightning and have owned 3 so I like handling aspect, pm me a price on a set of perf struts thanks
12-20-2018, 10:01 AM
#2485
F150 SUSPENSION GURU
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I bought the drop spindle kit maxtrac i also got there 1" drop coils but not sure if I'm going to use them i think 2 /4 right now see how the boat tows .I was wondering are the belltech perf. Struts and springs going to make the truck handle better I drive a lightning and have owned 3 so I like handling aspect, pm me a price on a set of perf struts thanks
12-21-2018, 12:54 PM
#2486
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Looking at lowering a 2018 4x4 lariat 5.0l, it will be supercharged and raced.
doing the belltech 1001hk coilover/4 inch rear kit
or
Djm 3 inch control arms with 2wd shocks(most likely upgrade to viking shocks) with a rear flip kit.
any biased towards either option? I've heard great reviews on the belltech coilovers
doing the belltech 1001hk coilover/4 inch rear kit
or
Djm 3 inch control arms with 2wd shocks(most likely upgrade to viking shocks) with a rear flip kit.
any biased towards either option? I've heard great reviews on the belltech coilovers
12-21-2018, 04:31 PM
#2487
F150 SUSPENSION GURU
Thread Starter
Looking at lowering a 2018 4x4 lariat 5.0l, it will be supercharged and raced.
doing the belltech 1001hk coilover/4 inch rear kit
or
Djm 3 inch control arms with 2wd shocks(most likely upgrade to viking shocks) with a rear flip kit.
any biased towards either option? I've heard great reviews on the belltech coilovers
doing the belltech 1001hk coilover/4 inch rear kit
or
Djm 3 inch control arms with 2wd shocks(most likely upgrade to viking shocks) with a rear flip kit.
any biased towards either option? I've heard great reviews on the belltech coilovers
12-27-2018, 11:09 AM
#2489
F150 SUSPENSION GURU
Thread Starter
before I sell any kit need you to measure ground to fenderlip all around and check if has lifting block.
I just want to set you up with correct kit
12-27-2018, 11:15 AM
#2490
gotcha. I want it to be level. I’ll add helper bags when I have a load or trailer. I’m out of town, I’ll measure the truck next week. Thank you!