Lowering the rear

[WHYUMAD]

How much would you recommend to drop the rear to level the truck if you did the middle perch mod for the front?

 

[Conejoracer]

I'm on the stock (lower) position on the front, and with my 1.25" drop my truck is pretty level. I would guess .75" drop would level a truck on the middle perch setting.

 

[WHYUMAD]

Well I was going to consider this if it eliminates wheel hop or axle wrap.

 

[36vegas]

Is there any concern with installing the rear shackles (Poly Performance) with pinon angle?

 

[Avmech]

Was wondering the same thing. I know the poly shackle kit is supposed to give you more travel as well as lower the back. This way there of no need to do the middle perch adjustment.

 

[PuNk1nPo0p]

The first thing I tried to get rid of the "face down ass up" factory position was adjusting the front to the middle perch. That alone just wasn't enough so I added the Synergy 1" drop shackles. Now I would call the truck leveled at best, but still didnt have the classic prerunner sag I personally enjoy so this weekend I installed the 2WD 1.5" blocks from Ready Lift. IMO its perfect now. The front sits at 42 1/4 inches, and the rear at 42".

Judge for yourself.

 

[firematt422]

Personally, I prefer the oversprung or "ass-up" look.

However, I just wanted to chime in on a couple things. WSI has a great set of HD progressive leafs for just $1000. These will virtually eliminate wheel hopping. I know, I have them. Check here: products - White Star Industries

As for bump stop replacements, SDHQ has a reasonable and easy to install block for $185 here: Rear Raptor Bump Stop Mounts

I did a short write up on the bump stop blocks here: http://www.fordraptorforum.com/f9/sdhq-bump-stop-mount-install-20282/

SDHQ also has shackles. I don't have them, but WSI does and he has it paired with his springs and with some weight in the bed it sits under level. The shackles are here: Synergy Suspension 09-12 Ford F150 / Raptor Leveling Shackle


Here is a picture of my truck on mid perch with WSI leafs and no weight in the bed.

 

[spenny]

Well I was going to consider this if it eliminates wheel hop or axle wrap.

Yea, I'd definitely be interested in a mini-leaf pack with a lowering block that would could remove the overload spring.

 

[Danactive]

someone could buy mine in the for sale threads its in great condition and looks great with mid perch!

 

[ExpeditionFatherhood]

2" drop in the rear on top perch with 37s