Pro Comp vs Fabtech
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19mpg on the highway with oversized tires, lift, and DRW? that guy is full of it
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I think I will go with ProComp. They now offer a 5year 60,000 mile warranty plan at no cost that will cover the engine, transmission, transfer case, axel and gears if Ford says it was their system that caused a failure that Ford refuses to fix under Fords warranty.
Link below on their warranty.
Pro Comp USA - Lift Shield
Link below on their warranty.
Pro Comp USA - Lift Shield
http://www.fabtechmotorsports.com/fi...conditions.php
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Looks like I will be going with the 6 inch Fabtech Radius Arm system.
6 Radius Arm System w/ Performance Shocks - 2008-13 Ford F350 4WD & 2011-13 Ford F450 4WD (8 Lug)
The guy I deal with really believes I will like the system and says it is a better ride using the rear block system of the Fabtech rather than the add a leaf system of the Procomp system. Says it will maintain the factory ride better and the leaf system would be stiff.
I will have this truck on the pavement most of the time with no extreme off-road activity. I plan to purchase a Hallmark popup truck camper later this year which will put me off-road to campsites but nothing extreme.
I really hope this system will give me the lift I want and a good ride.
These trucks cost to much to screw something up.
6 Radius Arm System w/ Performance Shocks - 2008-13 Ford F350 4WD & 2011-13 Ford F450 4WD (8 Lug)
The guy I deal with really believes I will like the system and says it is a better ride using the rear block system of the Fabtech rather than the add a leaf system of the Procomp system. Says it will maintain the factory ride better and the leaf system would be stiff.
I will have this truck on the pavement most of the time with no extreme off-road activity. I plan to purchase a Hallmark popup truck camper later this year which will put me off-road to campsites but nothing extreme.
I really hope this system will give me the lift I want and a good ride.
These trucks cost to much to screw something up.
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I have seen several other trucks here in town with the same setup without the traction bars. Would you say the add a leaf system addresses axel wrap better than the blocks?
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I did a leaf spring replacement lift, which is far better than using very tall blocks, but I would still like to put on traction bars. The benefits are real, the mechanics of it are relatively simple to understand, and it is a reasonably low cost compared to some of the other stuff we bolt on to our trucks. Or it can be easily fabricated for minimal cost and just a bit of time and effort.
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Did you talk with the owners of those trucks you've seen?
I did a leaf spring replacement lift, which is far better than using very tall blocks, but I would still like to put on traction bars. The benefits are real, the mechanics of it are relatively simple to understand, and it is a reasonably low cost compared to some of the other stuff we bolt on to our trucks. Or it can be easily fabricated for minimal cost and just a bit of time and effort.
I did a leaf spring replacement lift, which is far better than using very tall blocks, but I would still like to put on traction bars. The benefits are real, the mechanics of it are relatively simple to understand, and it is a reasonably low cost compared to some of the other stuff we bolt on to our trucks. Or it can be easily fabricated for minimal cost and just a bit of time and effort.
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I have the Fabtech 6 inch lift, not sure if it's the blocks or leafsprings, but regardless I'm sure you'll have wrap issues. I have an oversized fuel tank so the Fabtech traction bars were not an option. I'll have some custom traction bars fabricated in the near future. Till then I won't be romping on her too hard.
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Tires are GONE, they have 40K on them and I've been happy with them. Toyo is the parent company of Nitto so they use the same compound, etc.... Not many companies make tires in 22x13.50x37 so there isn't much selection. Currently Nitto uses my truck as a display vehicle at events in and around Texas so I should be getting a new set next week or the week after. Driving in wet conditions is no bueno right now.
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Guy has a fully built motor, upgraded turbo so it's hard to say what he's pushing. Making more power in a diesel often relates to better mpg's.....
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Tires are GONE, they have 40K on them and I've been happy with them. Toyo is the parent company of Nitto so they use the same compound, etc.... Not many companies make tires in 22x13.50x37 so there isn't much selection. Currently Nitto uses my truck as a display vehicle at events in and around Texas so I should be getting a new set next week or the week after. Driving in wet conditions is no bueno right now.
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Went by and spoke with the Installer about the axle wrap issue. He said that as long as I am not using the truck for extreme off road, mud bogging or drag racing, I should not have any problems.
My truck will not see that kind of use. A few dirt roads every now and then but mostly pavement.
Truck to arrive a Dealership Wednesday.
My truck will not see that kind of use. A few dirt roads every now and then but mostly pavement.
Truck to arrive a Dealership Wednesday.
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Went by and spoke with the Installer about the axle wrap issue. He said that as long as I am not using the truck for extreme off road, mud bogging or drag racing, I should not have any problems.
My truck will not see that kind of use. A few dirt roads every now and then but mostly pavement.
Truck to arrive a Dealership Wednesday.
My truck will not see that kind of use. A few dirt roads every now and then but mostly pavement.
Truck to arrive a Dealership Wednesday.
hahah Mine has had all 4 wheels off the ground more than once. Ah well it's your truck enjoy it!
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