I am hoping that I can get some information from you all. I'm a greenhorn when it comes to this. I have a 2020 F-150 and have no idea what I'm talking about, but like I said, I'm hoping that I can get some knowledgeable information. I am deciding if I should level my truck or lift it. I don't have the slightest idea what it would cost to do one or the other.

First off, the reason I'm asking is because I don't like the factory front rake on my truck (as you can see in the pictures below). I am wanting to get rid of the front rake, but do like the look of lifting it better (which I assume is way more expensive and probably out of my budget).

By looking at my truck below, would you happen to know exactly what I would need to level the front of the truck or at least lift the front of the truck to get rid of the front rake? I do tow an aluminum fishing boat (about 3,600 lbs) so not sure if that matters to prevent any sagging of the *** end when towing.

Not sure if this matters, but I have 275/55R20 tires on my truck.

If I was to lift my truck, what do you normally lift the truck (2", 2.5" or 3")? I don't want an excessive lift, but something that will give it a more aggressive look.

So in short, I was hoping that you all could help me answer the following questions. They're probably dumb questions, but like I said, I'm a novice when it comes to this as this is my first time being a truck owner.

• If I was to level the truck (or at least get rid of the front rake), what parts would I exactly need to make that happen? Is Rough Country or ReadyLift the best options to get these parts?
• If I was to lift my truck, what parts would I exactly need to make that happen? Is there a lift kit that comes with all the parts I would need? Besides a kit, would I need to change the suspension or anything along those lines? Would I need to buy bigger tires?

Thank you in advance for any info you can provide!

 

Alright, I'll start with leveling. A 2" level won't raise it so much that a good sized grocery run won't get the rear sagging. Couple ways to do this.
Least expensive is to use a 2" spacer. Nothing wrong with using them, if you do the work yourself, just the cost of spacers, someone else do it, i'd do it for $250, you supply the spacers.
Second way, more cost, but IMO, the best way is to use coilover struts, no not the Bilsteins, something like Fox 2.0's would be my choice for a decent price, and a nice more controlled ride. I'd charge the same for that change out, and you take the OEM struts home.
There are many that like the Bilsteins, but all you get is an item with a very poor finish that doesn't hold up to winters, and more install costs, because you have to disassemble the struts. Compressing springs can be hazardous, I'd take them to shop to have them do the disassembly/reassembly. More fooling around than they are worth. If I did those things, around $400 due to running helter-skelter to a shop.

Now, a real lift. Many $$$ more, just for parts, [a kit], much more labor as you have to cut the frame, and thereby making a more/less permanent change, lowering resale value. Unless you want to go to go 4" or more, not worth it.
The costs I mentioned is what I charge the neighborhood redneck kids, that don't have much money.

This is what I have done to my 2020, HaloLift Aluma strut replacements, for 3", and a 2" cast steel rear block. I know, more than it sounds like you want.
I would suggest staying away from the seller that sells those 3" spacer kits with the new Upper Control Arms, just doesn't give me a warm feeling.
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2" would get rid of most of your rake, enable you to run taller/wider tires if you want. I prefer full replacement struts, but as mentioned, nothing wrong with a spacer. I've run various size spacers up to 2" on an assortment of trucks, and never noticed a change in the ride like some claim.
The spacers would likely be your best option, but you decide.
Hope that litany helps.