2011 leveling kit question
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2011 leveling kit question
I just recently ordered a 2011 F250 4x4 CC LB Lariat 6.2 gas with camper pkg. I want to install a 2.5" leveling kit in the front. I want to be able to clear 35's. Any recommendations for a front kit? I've used the Autospring one in mt F150, worked good. Now for the rear. From what I understand a 250 with camper pkg is level or nose slightly higher? Anyone confirm this? I'd like to have a slight rake, so when I do have weight it sits level. I'd say 1.5" to 2"? How tall are the stock blocks? How tall should I go? Would like to have everything ordered and delivered for when the truck comes in. Thanks
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IMO, i would wait for the truck to come in too see how it really sits even though your assumption is correct.
Below are a couple of samples you can use for research. The Readylift isn't cheap but are well made kits. You can purchase seperate items cheaper. All said and done with tires and wheels plan to be in the $2000 + range to do it right. This will include a longer shock upgrade up front unless you get the shock extensions, alignment, track bar drop bracket, etc..
With 35's you will probably wan't/need to trash the Ford shocks anyway.
Ford F250 / F350 Leveling Kit 2005-2011 4x4 truck - 2.5" Kits by Tuff Country - 2005-2010 Super Duty
ReadyLift 2011-UP Ford F250 Super Duty 4WD SST Lift Kit
They also make kits of the solid spacers that sit on the lower spring seat.
Below are a couple of samples you can use for research. The Readylift isn't cheap but are well made kits. You can purchase seperate items cheaper. All said and done with tires and wheels plan to be in the $2000 + range to do it right. This will include a longer shock upgrade up front unless you get the shock extensions, alignment, track bar drop bracket, etc..
With 35's you will probably wan't/need to trash the Ford shocks anyway.
Ford F250 / F350 Leveling Kit 2005-2011 4x4 truck - 2.5" Kits by Tuff Country - 2005-2010 Super Duty
ReadyLift 2011-UP Ford F250 Super Duty 4WD SST Lift Kit
They also make kits of the solid spacers that sit on the lower spring seat.
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I should have mentioned that you may want to be wary about doing specific mods to the truck which may void your warranty. This largely depends on your specific dealer. So you may want to clarify with your service manager. In many cases you will be ok but again some dealers can be **** about it.
Oh and if your plan was to off-road the truck you might want to consider a full coil leveling kit klike the Iconkit/s. The spacer type is not designed for off-road but will handle the mild trails ok.
Here's another link for the icon and many others.
http://www.thefind.com/cars/info-sup...y-leveling-kit
Oh and if your plan was to off-road the truck you might want to consider a full coil leveling kit klike the Iconkit/s. The spacer type is not designed for off-road but will handle the mild trails ok.
Here's another link for the icon and many others.
http://www.thefind.com/cars/info-sup...y-leveling-kit
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Thanks for the info and links. I'll be keeping the stock wheels. I'm pretty much decided on the 285/75/18 Toyo M/T's. I don't do much off roading. I'd like to be able to keep the stock shocks, at least for now. The more stuff I can get ahead of time the better. The dealer is giving me free labor to install whatever i get when the truck comes in. As for the warranty, I'm not too worried about it. Been waiting for a similar truck to show up at the dealers, so I could have a look and measure. Not many gas 4x4 crew cabs with 8 feet box and camper pkg.
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