2017 FX harsh ride ?
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Which Fox model did you go with? They have 6 different models listed for Super Duty (2016 as they dont list the 2017 yet).
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With the FX4 package the skid plates alone are worth it and if you're not happy with the ride then you can upgrade to aftermarket. One member here found out the hard way that the skid plates are much cheaper with the package then buying them later from the dealer.
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Heavy Duty front Suspension = A Harsher Ride
There are a few other options at play that would make one truck have a harsher (or more stiff) ride than the next. If you have 3.31 gears, the front springs by default are softer, any higher gears would force a Heavy Duty Front suspension. Also snow plow and camper packages may force a heavy duty front suspension package on the truck. Check the VIN in ETIS to see if this option was built into the truck.
A platinum vs XLT or off road package may have less to do with the ride quality because of standard shocks vs rancho shocks. The giant front suspension springs on the truck would definitely make the ride harsher.
-DJ Cobb
A platinum vs XLT or off road package may have less to do with the ride quality because of standard shocks vs rancho shocks. The giant front suspension springs on the truck would definitely make the ride harsher.
-DJ Cobb
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Bilstein is the best, hands down. Lifetime warranty too.
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Fronts: FOX-980-24-646-2
Rears: FOX-980-24-647-2
I have a 3" leveling kit, no lift in the rear and these fit perfect.
Rears: FOX-980-24-647-2
I have a 3" leveling kit, no lift in the rear and these fit perfect.
Last edited by Skiline00; Jan 27, 2017 at 12:50 PM. Reason: Corrected Part Number
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no issues with rear bushings? i heard they were different on the '17s
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Skyline00... you used the 677 ones for a 0-1" lift ? I thought you had a 3" front lift? I used the 677's for a 0 -1" lift and they would top out, so I returned and went with the 646's for a 2-3" lift and worked much better with the 1 1/2 extra length.