hi ive got a 93 f150 5.0 2wd and it has the typical front end sagging problem i was just wondering if any of you guys have an idea what i should go with a leveling kit or just a lift? and also im only 16 so the easiest/cheapest option would be the best.

 

try shocks, then possibly an leveling kit.

 

thanks, but if i put a leveling kit or shocks on it would i need a alignment because its in my dads friends shop and hes going to give it an alignment sometime this week

 

yes

 

ok thank you

 

Shocks don't raise vehicle height. Cheapest would go to a junkyard and find some donor springs that would level you back out.

Adrianspeeder

 

Nice, new progressive rate springs may be had at NAPA. http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/Re...0028%2b2028020

Bronco graveyard has replacements as well. $80 plus shipping https://broncograveyard.com/bronco/c-169

A wrecking yard spring is hit or miss. You don't know, unless you see low mileage, if they have settled. Check the odometer before you pull them.

There are small lift springs available, 1-2"s, but they require an alignment with adjustable caster/camber bushings. They are used to support more weight (plow, winch etc) or to level the rig since the rear usually sits a couple inches higher.

 

thank you everyone for your imput

 

my stepdad said just to put struts in because they're cheaper to install is this the best option?

 

I'm pretty sure your truck has shocks and not McPherson struts.

Sounds like your springs are sacked out.

Your shocks may be worn out, too, but as was previously mentioned, new shocks are not going to raise your front end.

A new gas charged shock will want to extend, and that may push up the front just a little, but it's not a substitute for a fresh spring.

OTOH, if your shocks truly are trashed and you are on a limited budget, you might be better off putting in new shocks instead of springs. My guess is fresh shocks will give you better results in ride and handling than replacing the springs, but your front end will probably ride at the same height it does now.

 

yeah looks like im just gonna haft to buy new springs anyone have any idea of the cost for installation?

 

once again everyone thank you for your feedback

 

About 3 hours of your time. Since you have to drop the shocks to get the old springs out, replace the shocks while you're at it.

 

No struts on your truck. Did a leveling kit on a friends '11 Silverado and that thing surprised me with having struts.

Never paid anyone to do a spring R2, but it would be 2-3hours of labor if you didn't want to yourself.

Adrianspeeder

 

ok thank you everyone