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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 12:49 PM
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Anybody make 1" block for front

Saw a guy today with a 1" block (or whatever you would call it) in the front in his lariat 4by. Was perfect for me. I had the 2 inch and did not like it very much, too level, I like the back to be a little higher...anyways, does anybody know where I can get something like this? This guy did not know, bought the truck like that. Thanks for your help.
 

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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 01:04 PM
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I put in the autospring 1.5" which lifts 2.25", sat too level for me. So I lifted the back 1.5", sits just right IMO and sits level with a 500lb quad in the bed.
 
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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by nvrenuff
I put in the autospring 1.5" which lifts 2.25", sat too level for me. So I lifted the back 1.5", sits just right IMO and sits level with a 500lb quad in the bed.
what did you use to lift the rear 1.5"???
Thanks in advance!
 
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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by nvrenuff
I put in the autospring 1.5" which lifts 2.25", sat too level for me. So I lifted the back 1.5", sits just right IMO and sits level with a 500lb quad in the bed.
Your picture looks awesome!!
 
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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 10:41 PM
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Just replace the factory 2 inch rear lift block with a 3 or 4 inch lift block.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2005 | 12:10 PM
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I did mine with a 1.5" aluminum block and stacked it with the factory block. The block I used was actually a block designed for a super duty cause there wasn't one available for the F150 back then, I just modified the holes a bit so it would sit in place with the factory block. If I was to do it again, I would save some money and just go buy a block of aluminum the correct thickness and width from bar stock, have them cut it to length (most metal supply shops do this free) and then drill the holes needed and insert a peice of round metal dowling into the one side of the block. The holes and dowling are so it sits on top of the factory block location which has a little 1/2" round **** that sticks out about 3/8" inch so that once tightened down, it cannot shake loose. This is essentially exactly what you buy for a block from Rancho or Pro-Comp, just cheaper. Of course always replace your u-bolts every time you take them off. I think I only paid $75 CDN for the Rancho blocks (I think it was Rancho, but not positive), and $25 for the u-bolts.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2005 | 07:16 PM
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I used only half of the Daystar kit. I used the 1 1/4" spacer part that sits on top of the coil spring assembly. It gave me 1 5/8" lift.
 
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Old Sep 5, 2005 | 12:18 AM
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Originally Posted by dgdee
I used only half of the Daystar kit. I used the 1 1/4" spacer part that sits on top of the coil spring assembly. It gave me 1 5/8" lift.
Cool, do you have pics? Where did you get the daystar kit? So its a two piece kit, wow. Thanks in advance. Sounds like this is the way to go.
 
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Old Sep 6, 2005 | 07:15 PM
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You can find the Daystar kit everywhere. Search eBay or Yahoo for it.
I have photos under photo galleries, f150 user galleries and search under dgdee. The Daystar kit is a 2 piece kit. One piece sits on top of the coil spring assembly and the other piece replaces the OEM piece that sits right on top of the coil spring.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2005 | 01:11 AM
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I got a 1" aluminum spacer in my front struts. They're made by revtek. Here's the link to the manufacturer: Revtek .
Raised my front end at the wheel well 'bout 1 1/2". You should be able to find a set for around $125. I was more concerned about bring the front end up too high when I was towing so I went with the smaller lift in the front.
 

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Old Sep 7, 2005 | 09:31 AM
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Thanks, we have a local dealer that carries them and all, just checked, thanks for your help.
 
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