Lowering spindles or lowering struts
12-01-2018, 10:32 PM
#11
Well thats crap, maxtrac wont fit v6 ecoboost models??? I was all excited about not having to go belltech
Notes:
looks like id have to buy the spindles and springs individually, then get a flip kit from another company for the rear. Only the complete kits say not compatible with ecoboost v6
**ok last one seriously
FOUND IT 2015-2018 Ford F-150 2wd 3/5" (V6 ECO Boost) MaxTrac Drop Kit - K333235-6
https://www.suspensionsuperstore.com...kit-k333235-6/
Defiantly think ill be going this route with vikings in the rear and low pro traction bars
Notes:
- Must Use 20" Or Large Wheels
- Does Not Fit V6 Eco Boost Models
- Lowering Kit Without Shocks (K333235-NS)
looks like id have to buy the spindles and springs individually, then get a flip kit from another company for the rear. Only the complete kits say not compatible with ecoboost v6
**ok last one seriously
FOUND IT 2015-2018 Ford F-150 2wd 3/5" (V6 ECO Boost) MaxTrac Drop Kit - K333235-6
https://www.suspensionsuperstore.com...kit-k333235-6/
Defiantly think ill be going this route with vikings in the rear and low pro traction bars
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bluelinefreedom (04-28-2023)
12-02-2018, 08:07 AM
#12
GG,
Don't do it. If you use DJM LCAs and a Bilstein 5100 series shock you reuse the stock spring and keep the factory ride quality. A shorter spring is going to be a harsher ride. The 5100 series Bilstein will tighten up the ride valving but is not noticeable heading down the highway. I love the way mine rides and yet it remains flat through the corners. I live in East Tennessee and their are very few straight roads on my way to anywhere. If you think you want to go lower than 3" in the front have a local machine shop cut a couple of additional snap ring lands in to the shock body, it cost me $80 for both, and you have now given yourself the options on ride height. Then use a rear flip kit of your choice for rear ride height. You will have to press the lower bushing and bar out of the Bilsteins because the DJAs use the earlier bushing set up.
Don't do it. If you use DJM LCAs and a Bilstein 5100 series shock you reuse the stock spring and keep the factory ride quality. A shorter spring is going to be a harsher ride. The 5100 series Bilstein will tighten up the ride valving but is not noticeable heading down the highway. I love the way mine rides and yet it remains flat through the corners. I live in East Tennessee and their are very few straight roads on my way to anywhere. If you think you want to go lower than 3" in the front have a local machine shop cut a couple of additional snap ring lands in to the shock body, it cost me $80 for both, and you have now given yourself the options on ride height. Then use a rear flip kit of your choice for rear ride height. You will have to press the lower bushing and bar out of the Bilsteins because the DJAs use the earlier bushing set up.
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TriSum (12-14-2018)
01-26-2022, 07:38 PM
#13
Senior Member
Hi.
This looks like the latest MaxTrac 2/4 lowering kit for a 2021 F150 but has Lowering struts compared to Drop spindles.
2021 F150 MaxTrac lowering kit with Struts
https://maxtracstore.com/2021-2022-f...trac-k333224s/
2015-2020 F150 MaxTrac lowering kit with Spindles
https://www.suspensionsuperstore.com...-k333235-6-ns/
Can someone please explain the difference and pros/cons of both if any as well as preferences?
This looks like the latest MaxTrac 2/4 lowering kit for a 2021 F150 but has Lowering struts compared to Drop spindles.
2021 F150 MaxTrac lowering kit with Struts
https://maxtracstore.com/2021-2022-f...trac-k333224s/
2015-2020 F150 MaxTrac lowering kit with Spindles
https://www.suspensionsuperstore.com...-k333235-6-ns/
Can someone please explain the difference and pros/cons of both if any as well as preferences?
02-04-2022, 06:49 AM
#14
So when I did my18 the struts you had to grind out the holes so alignment could be set properly but that's only if you wanted the full 3" front drop, with spindles all your alignment specs stay factory and easier to line up .I did maxtrac spindles and struts so I have 2" drop spindles and 1" drop on struts and its works fine I'm pleased with factory smooth ride .this is a 3 year review still all good
02-04-2022, 08:56 AM
#15
Spindles are definitely the best way to lower as it keeps the geometry much closer to stock. The only disadvantage they have is the requirement for large wheels. I wanted to go that route, but have factory 17" wheels that I use in the winter.
Using 3" drop struts, you will have to elongate the lower control arm mounting points in the frame (8 places) that is a pain. It ended up working better for me because I was using 10" wide wheels with +30 offset. Since you move the lower control arms inward to get the camber right, you end up narrowing the track width in the front, which brought the wheels flush with the fender. On spindles, I would have ended up with my wheels sticking out beyond the fender 1/2" to 1".
Using 3" drop struts, you will have to elongate the lower control arm mounting points in the frame (8 places) that is a pain. It ended up working better for me because I was using 10" wide wheels with +30 offset. Since you move the lower control arms inward to get the camber right, you end up narrowing the track width in the front, which brought the wheels flush with the fender. On spindles, I would have ended up with my wheels sticking out beyond the fender 1/2" to 1".