does anyone know if i need a shim kit for the rear? i lowered my truck 3 in front and 4 in the rear , also the kit i used was from western and i just used 3" springs in front . there as soft as stock and i need some shocks to just slow down the up and down at high speeds,(stock just don't cut it) ,but not to stiff at slow speeds? any help would be nice
thanks,

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white 98 f150 reg. cab
4.6 ltr.
3/4 drop

 

stowell,

I used the western chasis rear brackets and shackles for a 5" drop and HAD to use a 6 degree shim to keep the correct driveline/axle alignment....call Western and I think for 24 bucks or so they'll send you some.

Later...Bigmike




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Tan 97 F150, 2wd, Supercab, Tinted windows, Piaa's, 4.2/auto, Pwr everything 4/5 drop. Billet grill, Clear corners, Leather steering wheel cover, Pioneer CD head unit w/steering wheel remote, Alpine amp, Clifford alarm, custom box with a 10” Kicker pro comp sub.

Future mods: Thinking hard about 4-link rear & air on all corners, Shaved emblems, Rear roll pan


[This message has been edited by big.mike (edited 07-31-2000).]

[This message has been edited by big.mike (edited 07-31-2000).]

 

I used the western kit also. Baught from Sport Truck Direct out of Truckin' magazine. Mine came with 6 degree shims that I used. I also purchased my lowered shocks from and front end alignment kit from them. The shocks are Doesch Tech (? spelling) and they do a pretty good job. I have only bottomed out on some severe bumps at around 70 mph. I also lowered 5" in the rear with the new adjustable hangers that they have that allows you to lowere either 4 or 5.

Hope this helps...