Whoa, I must of been out of it.

I thought you were trying to say that my "stickers" need to go even though I don't have any.

 

Buy the blocks someone who has removed them from under their 4X4. Make sure you get the 4X4 u-bolts with them. Cheap, safe and genuine Ford.

 

I'm interested in the Shim kit also.. Be sure to post your results..

 

I've got 1in lift shackles

 

Where did you get those shackles and how much were they? Are you having any problems with squeaking?

 

Hey Fuzzy, let me know how that Procomp shim lift worked out?

 

I'll let ya'll know how they work. They should be here this week.

Can you buy 1" longer u-bolts from Ford? Never heard of that.

 

The 4x4 u-bolts are ~ 2" longer, but have enough threads that you shoud be fine.

 

I have a 4X4. Threads are a little over an inch past nuts now. Will they be OK?

 

I'm with ya on that, I was in the same position. My solution was some 1.5" aluminum blocks (made by Rancho for a F250, and I modified the holes/notches slightly so they fit perfect. Then I ended up adding Firestone airbags cause even with the 1.5" block, the trailer weighed it down too much. Now I control the ride height to whatever I want it to be, no air pressure with no load, or more air pressure with heavy load. I got pics in my sig.

I am sure that someone makes a decent block that isn't ghetto that you don't have to modify. A block is a block though, most important thing is the notches and holes so it sits in position and cannot shift, even when you jump your truck . I never changed my shocks, and I didn't notice any change in ride quality.

 

Actually just went through the same thing about a month ago. With no load or trailer, I liked the way my truck sits. Put a load or a trailer and it squats. I researched all the options, lift blocks, aals, helper springs, etc. Decided to go with the Firestone air bags. Glad I did. About $250. Simple install and adjustable. When I pul a trailer or haul a load, I can fill them up to where I want it. Not to say the other options are not good one, just my opnion. I would do it again.

Mike

 

Anybody know what size socket for u-bolt nuts on rear springs?

 

Never mind. It's a 21mm. ProComp shim kit arrived today. It has 8, 1/4" thick plates. You can stack ea. side from 1/4" to 1". Got U-bolts made w/nuts & washers for $41. Gonna tackle it this Fri.. Just wondering if I "have" to unbolt shocks. Kit says yea, but don't see why?

 

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ProComp kit was a piece of cake to install & worked GREAT! Check the pics & see for yourself. I,m about 1/2" higher in back(than the front) now & that is perfect. Should set just right w/my 7'X12' enclosed m/c trailer.