Picked up a F150 this week and ordered level drop shackles last night.

I do need to haul here and there, so I was told to get air shocks to lift it back up under a load. I realize airbags are the ideal fix, but I'm not sure I'll be hauling with it enough to justify the cost.

Can anyone recommend a quality air shock for a level drop?

Am I out of my mind thinking they will help level things out under a load?

 

I don't have a lot of experience with them but have used them before. I had a 94 Ford Ranger that I lowered. I removed a leaf so used the air shocks to level it where it needed to be. When I put my four wheeler in the bed the rear squatted and the axle would hi my frame when I hit a decent bump. I then started airing up the shocks more and the axle neve hit unless it was a pretty major bump.

 

Air shocks can help, but as you mentioned they are not necessarily the best solution. The biggest concern with air shocks is the additional stress you are putting on the shock mount that it was never intended for.

If you decide to go with air shocks, just keep an eye on the mount. If it starts to bend I would reconsider your decision.

I'm not sure how much you are looking to spend on the air shocks but the kit we offer for your vehicle, 59103, is around $250 from our retailers. This kit is specifically designed for a 2-4" drop as well.

This kit would need to be aired up via a shrader valve that you mount at the back of the vehicle or in the fenderwells. This is similar to how you would have to air up the shocks as well.

 

Thanks for the post! Everyone I know with assist bags spent $800+. $250 is definitely in my ball park and I'll research your product a bit, but will likely order your system in a few weeks.