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Old Aug 20, 2004 | 10:50 AM
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Crazy Leveling Question

Just got a new reg cab flareside and dont like the way the back end is up so much higher than the front. I dont want to raise the front to match the rear. How can I lower the rear a bit to match the front?. I'm not interested in "slaming" the truck, just want it level. Is it safe to remove one leaf spring? Thanks.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2004 | 11:20 AM
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Just buy new shackles. They have a couple different positions so you can somewhat chose the height. They are under 100.00. Removing a leaf is a pain and the ride will get worse.

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Old Aug 20, 2004 | 11:51 AM
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Sounds easy enough, Where do I find them? Is this a Ford factory part or aftermarket? Any part numbers that you guys know of? Thanks.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2004 | 10:29 PM
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If you do a search with a combination of the words "leveling +kits" or lowering +kit you will find a lot of posts about different lowering kit products. Here's one that names some of the products: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...ht=lower+kits+
 
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Old Aug 21, 2004 | 12:01 AM
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Remove the blocks that are between the rear axle and the springs. We just sold a new pickup to a older guy and he had us remove the blocks. It drops it down the perfect distance and makes the front and back level. The threads on the u-bolts arent quite long enough so your have to add some washers. It dont cost any money and its easy.
 
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