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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 07:04 PM
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pick my level kit

Alright I just got off the phone with autospring and the guy I told me to get my truck on level ground and measure from ground to top of wheel well for front and back and then I'd be able to pick a level kit. Well this is where I need yalls help. My front is 37.75 inches tall and my rear is 39.50. Now I have read alot about everyone with autospring kits and how they tend to run bigger. Like a 2 is actually 2.5. So my question is which kit do I get? Do I get the 2 or the 2.5 kit. Now take in mind I want to run 35"s on the truck on stock rims for now. It is a 2011 4x4 supercrew. The rims are 18"s. I want the truck as level as possible also. I'm not a fan of rake whatsoever. Also I dont want to make my truck break every few thousand miles either. I do want a higher look with the ability to drive it well. Alright thanks in advance. I have searched on this site also and I'm not really coming up with the answers I seek.



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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 08:11 PM
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If you want to run 35's and possibly change rims later I would go with the 2.5" and if you think it sits nose high you can always swap out the rear block with a little bigger one.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 08:22 PM
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okay If I do switch out rims Im staying with 18"s but I may eventually go with a 4" lift but havent totally made up my mind on that one yet. You still think the 2.5" kit?
 
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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 10:08 PM
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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 10:09 PM
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I would go with the 2.5", Thats my op. Heres a pic of mine, I have a 2.5" Readylift leveling kit. Stock 18" rims and stock tires.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 11:57 PM
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pick my level kit

Alright I just got off the phone with autospring and the guy I told me to get my truck on level ground and measure from ground to top of wheel well for front and back and then I'd be able to pick a level kit. Well this is where I need yalls help. My front is 37.75 inches tall and my rear is 39.50. Now I have read alot about everyone with autospring kits and how they tend to run bigger. Like a 2 is actually 2.5. So my question is which kit do I get? Do I get the 2 or the 2.5 kit. Now take in mind I want to run 35"s on the truck on stock rims for now. It is a 2011 4x4 supercrew. The rims are 18"s. I want the truck as level as possible also. I'm not a fan of rake whatsoever. Also I dont want to make my truck break every few thousand miles either. I do want a higher look with the ability to drive it well. Alright thanks in advance. I have searched on this site also and I'm not really coming up with the answers I seek. Post pics if you would like also. with your setup front and rear. thanks



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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:07 AM
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I'd go with the 2", that will put you nearly dead level. The 2.5" will put you a bit nose high, but nothing terrible.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:28 AM
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If you have a 2011 be careful with a 2.5

Other members have reported that on the newer trucks due to some front end changes it does not take as big of a spacer to get it level. I think they were recommending 1.5".

See here.
https://www.f150online.com/forums/su...good-idea.html
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:31 AM
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well I'm wanting 35"s I havent seen anything about the newer one with a 1.5" I talked to the autospring company and they said I need the 2 or 2.5" kit. im just debating and hoping for answers from someone who already did it.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:32 AM
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on a 2011? If so thanks now what about the back? the kits im looking at come with back blocks also.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:33 AM
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Search around the info with examples are out there. I posted a link in my previous post that shows an example and there are others out there if you need links let me know. If any I highly recommend do not go more than 2". You will still get 35"s under there. Its not just about height its also about saving your front end suspension components.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:35 AM
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yes I dont want to jack my front end suspension all up. It has 700 miles on the truck im not trying to replace parts before 1000 so to speak lol. If you have the links i'd appreciate it
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:43 AM
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Here are just a few, these trucks do not need an enourmous amount of lift to get 35's under them. The 09 to current are a lot more alike than the 04-08 which typically needs 2-2.5". I say if you are overly concerned and can not get the exact answer your looking for stick to a 2" to be on the safe side, but I dont know that you need that much.

https://www.f150online.com/forums/su...good-idea.html

https://www.f150online.com/forums/su...it-2009-a.html

https://www.f150online.com/forums/20...new-grips.html
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:44 AM
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FYI....
Don't be surprised if a mod or the admin comes along and merge your two threads....
We're only allowed one thread per subject....

Just thought I'd let you know....

https://www.f150online.com/forums/20...level-kit.html
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:48 AM
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alright thanks i should have posted it originally in the 2009 to 2011
 
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