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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:14 PM
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holding the weight

is there anything that i can put on my 2wd f-150 with level kit to keep the bed the same hieght or just stronger so when i for ex: put 2 yards of mulch in the bed or i pull trailer it wont go down so much.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:17 PM
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put a bigger block under there. DO NOT STACK THEM! For example if you have a 2'' block now (probably) you could put a 5" one under there to yield a total of 3'' lift. you could also go w/ one slightly smaller if you do not want that much lift. also, make sure you get the correct size u-bolts for the new block.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:24 PM
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i dont have any blocks under there now unless they come stock and where can i get these block kits, and are they easier then the level kit.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:31 PM
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i wouldn't do anything with blocks, your not actually increasing what the truck can take instead just keeping the bumper from hitting the ground. maybe try someting like this http://supersprings.com/#pulldowns
i don't have any experience with them but have heard good things about them.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:32 PM
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if you dont want the rear to sag any when its loaded down your going to need an aal
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:41 PM
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thanks kd racing for the site but lucky what is an aal
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:43 PM
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an aal is an add-a-leaf. it is additional leaf spring for your rear suspension. it too will yield an increase in height/payload, however, the ride will stiffen as well.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:45 PM
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do you think this would **** up the warranty or can i even get something straight from ford
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:46 PM
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and one more quick question how do you post a picture of your truck at the bottom of every post that you do
 
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Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:48 PM
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no, this won't screw up your warranty, except to where it pertains to the rear suspension, if the aal is installed improperly. but as far as the rest of the powertrain, no it will not interfere with the warranty.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 12:24 AM
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according to my local dealer, no modification voids the warrenty unless they can prove the mod is what caused damaged to the truck.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 12:39 AM
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Two words...Air Bags!!
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 01:02 AM
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Two words...Air Bags!!
another very good way to keep the back end up when hauling a heavy load. dont have to worry about a stiff right when your bed is empty either
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 09:31 AM
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i agree with the air bags.... they are aewsome.... allow for adjustablilty regarldess of load in truck, and easier to install than aal. however, down side is pricing.... looking at just over 200 for the kit, and then another 200 for a compressor (not needed, but nice). i love mine, they are very handy.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 09:47 AM
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air bags would be the way to go, but if cost is a factor and you only occasionally haul some mulch etc...than an add a leaf may be your best option.

You can probably fit 2 yards of mulch in your bed, but picking up a yard and a half may be the best thing so you arent beating your truck

What kind of trailer are you pulling? Maybe the tongue weight is wrong?
 
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