OK, so Monday I picked up my new F150. My first loaded to the gills truck, an 07 Lariat, supercab, 4x4. Nice truck but I want to firm up the ride a bit.

I've owned 3 of the Heritage style F150's and found a combination of parts that I liked. I added LT rated Michelin LTX AT tires, Monroe Reflex shocks and a Hellwig rear sway bar. This worked great for me.

What do you guys suggest? I've already learned that the 275/65R18 size doesn't offer much in terms of replacements. So what's available that offers a small size increase, that does NOT require any leveling kit, change in wheels or causes any rubbing. Next, what shocks work well, that offer a firm but comfortable ride. Anyone know if the Hellwig bar listed for the 06 is the same as an 07, I would expect it to be, but the 07's not listed yet.

This truck will see mostly highway use, occasional towing of my 93 Cobra, but also needs to handle Maine logging roads.

Thanks in advance for any and all suggestions.

 

I'd suggest the 285/65-18 (33x11.50) BFG AT KO tires. They are probably 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch taller than your oem tires and 10mm wider. As for shocks, both Bilstien and Rancho offer replacement coilover shocks for your truck. Both also feature adjustable spring preload so you can lift the front of your truck slightly, if you choose.

 

hey wendell where would one find the rancho preloaded coilover shocks?

 

Anywhere that sells Rancho. 4Wheel Parts, Summit Racing, etc. THey have been out a while now.

 

ok, thank ya sir