Leveling Kit Options
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Leveling Kit Options
Not a fan of the low rider look of my F150 so I'm going to put a level kit on it and maybe some ~34's.
The lift will be 2.5" in the front and 1" in the back to keep a bit of rake, I'm also going have upper control arms installed to keep the angles correct, probably BDS. My question is what's the difference between new 2.5" coil overs versus the stock ones with 2.5" pucks (also, probably BDS). Is there a performance or ride difference between the 2? It seems with with pucks I'm still getting the stock ride which I like but have read that new coil overs are the correct way to go.
There is a significant price difference so I don't want to get the coil overs unless it's the correct way to go, in the end I'll do what's right and the cost is what it is.
Has anyone gone through this exercise and what did you decide and why?
The lift will be 2.5" in the front and 1" in the back to keep a bit of rake, I'm also going have upper control arms installed to keep the angles correct, probably BDS. My question is what's the difference between new 2.5" coil overs versus the stock ones with 2.5" pucks (also, probably BDS). Is there a performance or ride difference between the 2? It seems with with pucks I'm still getting the stock ride which I like but have read that new coil overs are the correct way to go.
There is a significant price difference so I don't want to get the coil overs unless it's the correct way to go, in the end I'll do what's right and the cost is what it is.
Has anyone gone through this exercise and what did you decide and why?
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Just an option for ya...I did the ready lift 2.25" up front and there 3.5" lift block in the back....you remove the factory block and replace it.....they give you new U bolts...it gives you a 1.5" lift in the back to give you the raked look....... my tires ar 295/70/18s...which measure like 34.3" tall ....if this helps you
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I did the pucks up front for now......however I do know the coils are probably the better option..... my ride is a little harsher but that may be the tires load range E ..... but it think overall I'm pleased....
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If you add spacers ("pucks") you won't change any ride quality. It retains a NEAR factory ride, with only a change in height.
If you do coil overs you can expect a stiffer, firmer ride. Most people agree this firmer ride isn't bad. When I did 5100 struts on mine, the front end stiffened up, but I actually think it improved ride quality and improved handling. It's hard to explain how "firm" and "good ride" can be the same thing, but with quality suspension they can be.
If you do coil overs you can expect a stiffer, firmer ride. Most people agree this firmer ride isn't bad. When I did 5100 struts on mine, the front end stiffened up, but I actually think it improved ride quality and improved handling. It's hard to explain how "firm" and "good ride" can be the same thing, but with quality suspension they can be.
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2.5 picks, Firestone Airbags
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I also did the pucks/spacers - I to am in agreement with JKBrad "Why throw away new shocks". But the proper way is to go with new coil overs. I also agree with Jafo56, the ride does get a little stiffer up front, but since I was also installing air bags in the back, I knew they were going to stiffen up the rear, so now it feels like a real TRUCK.
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