Ford F-Series: Ford Super Duty Trucks Leveling Kit Reviews
This article applies to the Ford Super Duty F-250/F-350/F-450 (2017+).
Whether you're trying to get the stance of your Super Duty truck to look just aggressive, fit a set of bigger tires, or you're looking for a more comfortable and smoother ride, a front lift kit can make a huge difference. But which product is the right one for your purposes? We are comparing the 3 most popular lift kit products for 2017+ Ford Super Duty trucks. The products we are taking a look at are low-range, 2"-2.5" lifts. Taller lift kits may be required if you need to fit wider tires and with larger than 35" in diameter, or just want a lifted look.
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ReadyLIFT 2.5" Leveling Kit |
BDS 2.0" Leveling Kit |
Carli Suspension Leveling Kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tire Fit | 35" x 12.5" | 35" x 12.5" | 35" x 12/5" |
| Shocks | No. | Yes. Fox 2.0" shocks. | Yes. Tuned Fox 2.0" |
| Warranty | Lifetime limited: manufacturing defects |
Lifetime: unconditional. | Lifetime limited: manufacturing defects |
| Base kit price | $250 | $461 | $1350 |
Best Value: BDS
Most Popular: ReadyLIFT
ReadyLIFT 2.5" Front Lift Kit
Price: $250
Installation: Easy
Ride Quality: Good (7/10)
Warranty: Lifetime: limited
The ReadyLIFT 2.5" front lift kit is not only the most affordable kit on the market, but it is also the most popular. Many shops exclusively install this kit as it is high in quality, reliable, and straightforward to install.
Most users are very happy with the kit. However, some have indicated that the ride quality is subpar in comparison to BDS.
BDS 2.0" Leveling Kit
Price: $461
Installation: Moderate
Ride Quality: Excellent (8.5/10)
Warranty: Lifetime. No questions asked
Other than the great ride quality, perhaps the most attractive feature of the BDS leveling kit is the "No BS" warranty. If you are the original purchaser, you will be able to get free replacements for any broken BDS parts for life. The manufacturer also assures the buyers that their products are optimized for on-road AND off-road driving.
Carli 2.5" Lift Kit
Price: $1350
Installation: Difficult
Ride Quality: Excellent (9.5/10)
Warranty: Lifetime, limited
In the quality department, you won't find anything better than Carli Suspension parts for your Ford trucks. Fine-tuned components ensure the best possible ride. Customers of the Carli 2.5" leveling kit don't have anything to complain about, other than the price. You would pay significantly more for this class of products than the two other popular options. So at the end of the day, it comes down to your needs, and how much you're willing to spend on the kit.
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