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I have an 04 F350, and I would like to level the front end. I have 3" difference between the front and rear, so I'd like a 2 to 2 1/2 inch lift. I'm not too keen on the budget, short spring lift, or the rear shackle lift. I am seeking opinions, especially experienced ones, on the other options- leaf replacements, front/rear shackle lift, or add-a-leaves.
I'm also interested in brand recommendations. I would like to retain the factory ride, as much as possible.
Original springs, no sagging, and it was not ordered with the plow kit. The truck only has 38,000 miles on it, and it's been in the family since new (I bought it off of my dad). There's 11" between the tire and top of the well in the rear, and 8" in the front.
My '01, even with "heavy service suspension" (really, a one-up on the springs all around, plus overloads in the back) had about 3" between the top of the spring and the bump stops... And wasn't really that high in the back. It could really take a load, too...
My previous SD, also an 04, sat higher in the front. It had the factory plow prep package. This truck doesn't- dad didn't order it with one. My desire for a leveling lift is strictly aesthetic.
the truck has had an easy life, and the front springs are not sagged/suffering from heavy work. I will get a measurement when I'm back outside (in with our grand daughter at the moment), for curiosity's sake.
I had a 2" Rough Country level lift installed, today. This would be the budget one, the short stack of springs. The truck looks fantastic, rides the same, and it did not require an adjustable track bar.
Previous 04, 59,000 miles Current 04, 37,000 miles
Right there is why the ride hights are different in the front and back between the 2 trucks. One is a SRW and the other is a DRW. DRW are made with more of a rake than SRW cause they can handle more weight if I remember correctly from a video I watched on YouTube about the difference between a SRW and a DRW.
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