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Feb 23, 2024 | 10:24 AM

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stangDiesel

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Originally Posted by tfalk

My 2023 came from Saleen as it sits, it has the Ridetech 3/5 drop system in it. Coyote with a whipple.... "And now for something completely different"

that’s why I’m going with ridetech.

Feb 25, 2024 | 08:45 PM

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Jayme88

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Originally Posted by stangDiesel

I already resolved this situation. I went with the Ford Performance 1.5 inch shackle and block removal. I put Bilstein 2wd shocks and 2wd Struts. The struts gave me an 1.25 drop in the front. 3 inch rear. Looks good, rides great, and this is only temporary. I will be going with the Ridetech kit this summer.
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Looking at the Bilstein site I'm not sure which one you are referring to. Could you link me to the ones you used?

The pics you posted definitely look better, special the back.

Feb 25, 2024 | 09:24 PM

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stangDiesel

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Originally Posted by Jayme88

Looking at the Bilstein site I'm not sure which one you are referring to. Could you link me to the ones you used?

The pics you posted definitely look better, special the back.

https://www.americantrucks.com/bilst...24-253208.html
https://www.americantrucks.com/bilst...33-253213.html

Feb 25, 2024 | 10:33 PM

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Jayme88

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Originally Posted by stangDiesel

https://www.americantrucks.com/bilst...24-253208.html
https://www.americantrucks.com/bilst...33-253213.html

You linked to the 2WD version. I found the 4WD version since my truck has a 4WD option. I assume it'll provide the same drop?

Feb 26, 2024 | 08:47 AM

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stangDiesel

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Originally Posted by Jayme88

You linked to the 2WD version. I found the 4WD version since my truck has a 4WD option. I assume it'll provide the same drop?

That is intentional. The 2wd versions are a bit shorter then the 4wd. The struts being shorter makes the front drop about an inch and a quarter. The rear shocks are a bit shorter so that it won’t be as compressed all the time since the rear is lowered.

Mar 3, 2024 | 09:13 AM

#21

BROWN DOG KTM

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Originally Posted by Jayme88

I recently bought a 2021 XLT F 150. Enjoying it so far …

I'd prefer to drop the rear.
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I hope your not ever hauling or towing.

that’s why Ford makes them higher in the rear.

Mar 11, 2024 | 11:22 AM

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ReForder

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Originally Posted by BROWN DOG KTM

I hope your not ever hauling or towing.

that’s why Ford makes them higher in the rear.

This is my concern. My 2011 FX4 with the tow package still went way down in the rear with an open car hauler and rally car on the trailer. It was surprising.

I have a 2024 on order with the tow package, and would love for it to settle a bit in the rear but still be functional when hauling/towing.

Has anybody done either after these mods?

Mar 11, 2024 | 11:29 AM

#23

stangDiesel

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Originally Posted by ReForder

If you tow a lot or are concerned about truck being practical then don’t touch the suspension. Or level up in the front. Having a sport truck isn’t for everyone.