lowering a 2wd F350

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12-15-2020, 11:28 AM

tirefriar

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I used BellTech beams and a hanger and shackle kit. Don't think the Belltech beams are available anymore though. Try DJM or AIM Industries. I removed the overload springs to get the rear ride height where I wanted it, then added 5000lbs air bags to get back the load capacity. Used to tow a 28' car trailer with it lowered,no prob. Was also as low as you could go in the rear without having to "C" notch the frame.

Brian, how much of a drop did you get? 3/5? I’m looking to lower my ‘96 f350 dually but not having much luck in finding the right shop to do it in my neck of the woods. Being this is my daily driver I can’t make this into a multi day project.

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12-15-2020, 03:48 PM

Briansshop

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I dropped it more than what the Belltech stuff did,cut the front coils and removed some of the rear leafs. Dont remember to total amount, but it was definitely as low as you could go without permanent mods.

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12-17-2020, 12:43 PM

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Well, I wish I was closer to you then because that sounds exactly what I need. I guess I will continue my quest. Truck sees paved roads only and I use it to transport my track bike. Lowering it that level would make loading/unloading the bike a snap.

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