2 wd lift Z code and B code
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2 wd lift Z code and B code
I have an 03 ex with 125k and wanted to lift it a bit for tires.
I was reading this thread:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...n-upgrade.html
and was trying to move forward on parts.
Front Spring Part # -- 2C3Z-5310-WA (Z Code)
Rear Spring Part # -- 3C3Z-5560-CA (B Code)
Bilstein or Rancho 900xl's Front & rear Shocks
Hellwig Rear Anti-Sway Bar -- Hellwig # HW7643
RAODMASTER ACTIVE SUSPENSION (Ras)
caster/camber alignment bushings
questions are:
1- while i'm going to put shocks, rear springs, new rotors/pads on, should i just switch out my front springs for the extra $150 cost for the two springs since i have 125k on them?
2- i was going to use this as a lift
FORD F250 F350 SUPER DUTY 2WD 2" LEVELING LIFT KIT FB2: eBay Motors (item 120551943527 end time Jun-01-10 13:01:42 PDT)
and then use the non modified B code springs, hellwig and RAS on the rear and wanted to make sure the truck would be even in the end.
3- and then the old question of rancho 9000's or Bilstein. I'd prefer a more softer ride but with control.
Thanks
Joe
I was reading this thread:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...n-upgrade.html
and was trying to move forward on parts.
Front Spring Part # -- 2C3Z-5310-WA (Z Code)
Rear Spring Part # -- 3C3Z-5560-CA (B Code)
Bilstein or Rancho 900xl's Front & rear Shocks
Hellwig Rear Anti-Sway Bar -- Hellwig # HW7643
RAODMASTER ACTIVE SUSPENSION (Ras)
caster/camber alignment bushings
questions are:
1- while i'm going to put shocks, rear springs, new rotors/pads on, should i just switch out my front springs for the extra $150 cost for the two springs since i have 125k on them?
2- i was going to use this as a lift
FORD F250 F350 SUPER DUTY 2WD 2" LEVELING LIFT KIT FB2: eBay Motors (item 120551943527 end time Jun-01-10 13:01:42 PDT)
and then use the non modified B code springs, hellwig and RAS on the rear and wanted to make sure the truck would be even in the end.
3- and then the old question of rancho 9000's or Bilstein. I'd prefer a more softer ride but with control.
Thanks
Joe
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I'd steer clear of the Bilseins then, I replaced my Bilsteins with Monroe Reflex. I like them a lot better.
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RAS AND the F350 springs seems like overkill to me and might be pretty harsh. IMO I would do one or the other first, assess the situation for a little while, and then decide on the other. The RAS is probably the easier install, most of us seem to get about 1"-2" out of it. I would guess that you would be about level with the front spacer and the RAS. Personally I'd like to try Toreador's lift kit, but ...
As far as front springs go, I'm getting more to the "don't fix it if it ain't broke" age. The front coils are real easy change, if you change your mind later.
As far as front springs go, I'm getting more to the "don't fix it if it ain't broke" age. The front coils are real easy change, if you change your mind later.
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