Notices
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel  

Leveling kit

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Sep 2, 2018 | 09:40 AM
  #1  
Lucasbradley89's Avatar
Lucasbradley89
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
Leveling kit

Y’all what is the best way to level one of these trucks with the TTB Dana 50 axle? Yes I know the best way is to get a Dana 60 and that’s what I want to do, but I just had to put 1200 in this axle so I’d like to level it. Any suggestions would be great. I looked at sky’s 2 inch kit and I’ve looked at tuff country’s kit. Just wondering what’s the best route. Thank y’all
 
Reply
Old Sep 2, 2018 | 10:59 AM
  #2  
Hit Man X's Avatar
Hit Man X
Lead Driver
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 9,553
Likes: 2,034
From: North Texas
Thumbs up

Only one I saw was Skyjackers, that add-a-leaf? I am sure it will work fine...my advice? Spend money on some good shocks. Bilstein 5100s worked badass on my old 4x4 F350.
 
Reply
Old Sep 2, 2018 | 09:12 PM
  #3  
Lucasbradley89's Avatar
Lucasbradley89
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
No I’m talking about sky off-road reverse shackle kit. Anyone know anything about them?
 
Reply
Old Sep 2, 2018 | 09:37 PM
  #4  
Lucasbradley89's Avatar
Lucasbradley89
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
Also will the bilsteins level it out? Where can I buy them?
 
Reply
Old Sep 3, 2018 | 07:28 AM
  #5  
HardScrabble's Avatar
HardScrabble
Temporarily Deactivated
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 1,859
Likes: 2
Nah man, that's your grandpa's way. Just let the air out of your back tires and pump up the fronts real tight. That will get the right trim and stance. You'll be so cool you'll frost the paint on every Prius within a mile. All the other posers will want to be just like you.
 
Reply
Old Sep 3, 2018 | 10:24 AM
  #6  
Hit Man X's Avatar
Hit Man X
Lead Driver
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 9,553
Likes: 2,034
From: North Texas
Thumbs up

I see, because your initial thread specifically brought up a reverse shackle kit.
 
Reply
Old Sep 3, 2018 | 11:12 AM
  #7  
HardScrabble's Avatar
HardScrabble
Temporarily Deactivated
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 1,859
Likes: 2
What makes you think it's not level? Did you measure the ground to frame clearance, front and rear, and compare it to the Ford Body manual? Take it to the Ford dealer and they'll help.
 
Reply
Old Sep 3, 2018 | 11:23 AM
  #8  
97-psd's Avatar
97-psd
Logistics Pro
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 4,584
Likes: 841
From: knoxville, tn
Shocks will not level it up

the add a leaf will give you the height but you will have a rougher ride.

The RSK is more $$ but is a better option. I would suggest checking the condition of your current springs. If they are worn then you may need to replace them as well
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-2

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-3

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-4

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-6

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
story-9

Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

 Joe Kucinski
Old Sep 3, 2018 | 10:06 PM
  #9  
Lucasbradley89's Avatar
Lucasbradley89
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
How hard is the rsk to install? And my original springs are worn, but I feel like if I replace them it still won’t level it. Still might not be a bad idea to replace them either way. I’m just trying to find the best way to do this for now until later on if I get a solid axle.
 
Reply
Old Sep 3, 2018 | 10:08 PM
  #10  
Lucasbradley89's Avatar
Lucasbradley89
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
Y’all have any experience with the ats xtra arch springs?
 
Reply
Old Sep 4, 2018 | 08:11 AM
  #11  
Jarrett Campbell's Avatar
Jarrett Campbell
Cargo Master
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 3,076
Likes: 21
From: Aransas Pass, Tx
Wait. can you put a RSK on a TTB?
 
Reply
Old Sep 4, 2018 | 12:56 PM
  #12  
97-psd's Avatar
97-psd
Logistics Pro
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 4,584
Likes: 841
From: knoxville, tn
Originally Posted by Jarrett Campbell
Wait. can you put a RSK on a TTB?

yes. You have to add an axle pivot drop bracket.
 
Reply
Old Sep 4, 2018 | 02:18 PM
  #13  
mcali2's Avatar
mcali2
Fleet Mechanic
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,691
Likes: 2
From: Fallon NV
Sand bags! better ride and cost 10.00
 
Reply
Old Sep 4, 2018 | 04:16 PM
  #14  
97-psd's Avatar
97-psd
Logistics Pro
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 4,584
Likes: 841
From: knoxville, tn
Lol. They definitely ride better loaded!

OP. What drove you to spend that kind of coin on the 50? If it was in that rough of shape why not buy the 60 instead?
 
Reply
Old Sep 4, 2018 | 07:33 PM
  #15  
Lucasbradley89's Avatar
Lucasbradley89
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
I had to have the truck and didn’t have time to search around for an axle. If I had something else to pull a gooseneck with it would’ve been different
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:20 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE