Finalizing a deal to buy 2003 XLT Scab. The truck has a 2.5" Leveling kit, however the front sits sort of higher that the back. I farm so the truck needs to have some rake in the rear. Research always comes up with putting in blocks. What do people have for increased payload and lift in the rear? thanks

 

You can add an add-a-leaf which will slightly increase payload as well as provide lift. But they're aslo a pain to install and make the ride a good bit stiffer.

 

I would buy full length add-a-leaf springs. You will never notice the stiffer ride especially if you have a load in the bed. I have a set on my truck.

 

The cheapest fix would be to remove the front leveling kit.

If you need increased payload I would add new rear springs. I put some HD springs in mine last winter and the local shop that did them said they would add 2 to 3 inches of lift in the back. I didn't want that and had them re-arc them to keep the factory rake (mines almost level). It is not the cheapest way to go but the right way to do it IMO.

 

A set of air bags would give you the rake you are looking for without really changing ride quality. Plus as you load the truck, you can increase pressure in the bags so the truck will not sag.

Let me know if you have any questions!