Ford F150 Steering & Suspension Problems, Upgrades

Lift and Level Modifications

Want that off-road look, need more tire clearance, or maybe a little more performance out of your suspension? Read here! This article will give you a good overview on all sizes of lifts from the smallest to some of ... More »

Shock Absorber Reviews

If the shock absorbers on your truck are worn out, or if you plan to level, raise, or race it, you need to consider which shocks will do the best job for the money. This review of popular aftermarket shocks for the ... More »

How to Install a Suspension Block

Rear blocks provide a tried-and-true way to add extra height to the rear of your F-Series truck, but how can you do it?

Why is My Steering Heavy?

You go to turn your wheel and your power steering feels not so powerful anymore. What do you do?

Why is My Truck Bouncing?

If your F-150 or Super Duty feels like a roller coaster after every little bump, you might have blown shocks. Figure out if you do here.

How to Replace Lower Steering Shaft

Your steering is kind of clunky. You turn the wheel and it feels like it gets caught. You might have stuck steering shaft. Learn how to un-stick it here.

How to Add a Leaf to Leaf Springs

This easy modification will both lift your truck and give you extra payload capacity.

How To Install Airbag Suspension

Is your truck bed sagging from heavy loads? Give it a lift with this modification.

Why is My Suspension Creaking and Popping?

There are a few reasons your suspension may be creaking or popping, and most of the problems can be fixed at your home with some basic tools.

Lowering Kits

High riding trucks are so passe. Learn how to get low with our guide!

How To Install a Lift Kit

You want your truck to stand tall, but you don't want your wallet to feel flat? Learn how to install a lift kit yourself to save some green.

How To Replace Upper Control Arm

Strange wear patterns on your tire an a thumping noise mean your control arms are probably in trouble. Figure out how to fix them here!

Why is my Front Suspension Clunking?

Is your front suspension making a clunking noise? Unfortunately, the problem could be coming from a number of parts. Check out our step-by-step guide on how to diagnose a front end issue and fix it before an ... More »

How to Replace Front Struts and Shocks

It's time to upgrade! Or repair! Learn how to replace your front struts and shocks yourself.

Lift Kit Reviews

There are a dizzying number of options when choosing a lift kit. This article helps to make sense of them.

How to Install Body Lift

Get some air between your truck's body and the frame with this serious upgrade.

Why Is My Steering Loose?

Your truck's steering should feel accurate and kinetic - like an extension of your body. See why your steering isn't up to snuff inside.

How To Install Leveling Kit

So! You want to level out your F-150. Learn what it takes here!

How to Replace Power Steering Fluid

Is your power steering fluid brown instead of red? Does it squeal like a stuck pig every time you turn the wheel? Changing the fluid could help.

How to Replace Rear Shocks

Is the rear of your truck bouncing around like a diving board every time you hit a bump? You probably have blown shocks. Learn how to replace them here!

How To Install Ball Joints

Clunking and steering troubles getting you down? This common F-150 truck issue might be the culprit.

How to Install Tie Rod Ends

When your tie rod ends finally start to wear out, keep your truck on the road with this guide.

How to Replace Power Steering Hose

Don't fight the steering wheel, replace the bad hose!

How to Replace Power Steering Pump

A little cheese with that whine?

How to Repair Steering Box Leak

Steering boxes are typically worry free, and durable, but the seals can develop leaks and make a mess, not to mention limit you to arm strong power steering.

How to Replace Dana 44 Front Axle Seals/Bearings

The Dana 44 twin traction beam axle under the Ford F-150 4x4 was used for many years. If your front wheels are leaking grease and making noise, it may be time for new bearings and seals.

How to Solid Axle Swap a 4x4

So many F-150 4WD owners have (or want to) do it, it even has a short-hand acronym: SAS. This stands for “solid axle swap.” It sounds complicated. But how complicated is it? Find out here.

How to Know When Your Ball Joints Are Bad

This article applies to the Ford F-150/F-250/F-350 (2015-2019). Ball joints play a very important part when it comes to the suspension components of almost all modern vehicles. They are round (hence the name "ball") ... More »

Ford Super Duty Trucks Leveling Kit Reviews

This article applies to the Ford Super Duty F-250/F-350/F-450 (2017+).Whether you're trying to get the stance of your Super Duty truck to look just aggressive, fit a set of bigger tires, or you're looking for a more ... More »

Ford F-150 Steering and Suspension Guides

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