Leveling kit changing payload
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monsta,
I was just curious b/c i read on another thread on this site that the reason these truch sit higher in the back in the first place is so they are more level when hauling a heavy load.
and according to BILLC it does change the payload.... by a pound or 2
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DRG3
I was just curious b/c i read on another thread on this site that the reason these truch sit higher in the back in the first place is so they are more level when hauling a heavy load.
and according to BILLC it does change the payload.... by a pound or 2
Thanks for the replies
DRG3
Last edited by DRG3; Mar 10, 2005 at 06:37 PM.
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The truck sits higher in the back which will bring it to level with the added load. If the truck sat level the added weight would cause it to sag in the rear. Could affect headlight aim.
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Originally Posted by BillC
Subtract the weight of the spacers and you'll have your revised payload. 
Pretty funny response, though! 
I would argue that any load in the back that affects the rear ride height will affect the headlight aim. Having the front level doesn't change that fact.
What could be affected would be your handling & stopping ability caused by the rear end sagging below the front when carrying a heavy load.
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so how do you lower your rear end? i have a 05 scab 4x4. do you just remove the spacer on the spring? and does that effect the warranty any?
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The front end is lower on the F150 because of Govt. regulations concerning front bumper height.
Now, supposidly all vehicles sold today have roughly the same front bumper height so when they collide, head-on, ... you get the picture.
Now, supposidly all vehicles sold today have roughly the same front bumper height so when they collide, head-on, ... you get the picture.
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