2004 Ford F 150 Years Ago Added 2 5 Suspension Spacer Level Front End Truck

2004 FORD F-150

112,000 MILES

GMACLEOD82

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A few years ago I added a 2.5" suspension spacer to level the front end of my truck. Every since I noticed that the front end is more sensitive to bumps and turns. I'm trying to find a better solution for my suspension because I feel that want i've done is not the best for my truck. What if any options do I have?

Nov 17, 2012 at 6:01 PM

ASEMASTER6371

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first, remove the spacer.

more info on truck, please, 2 or 4 wheel, motor size???

Roy

Nov 17, 2012 at 6:34 PM

GMACLEOD82

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4 wheel with 4.6L.

Nov 17, 2012 at 6:47 PM

ASEMASTER6371

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do you have leaf springs in the front?? if you do, how many leafs??

Roy

Nov 17, 2012 at 6:56 PM

GMACLEOD82

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No leafs, independent.

Nov 17, 2012 at 6:57 PM

ASEMASTER6371

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if you want to lift the front. i suggest stronger springs. have a spring shop check into this. it is a much safer way of raising your truck without changing handling characteristics.

Roy

Nov 17, 2012 at 7:08 PM

GMACLEOD82

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What about lowering the rear to match the original front end height?

Nov 17, 2012 at 7:11 PM

ASEMASTER6371

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yes but that will change the geometry.

you are better off putting the front back to where it belongs.

Roy

Nov 17, 2012 at 7:18 PM

GMACLEOD82

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Okay, thanks for the help!!

Nov 17, 2012 at 7:20 PM

ASEMASTER6371

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good luck

Nov 17, 2012 at 7:26 PM

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