Perch Mod Discussion

[GsxrRaptor]

The stock Stan's was set up that way , do to DOT issues. The correct Stans that was soppose to be was middle perch so i was told by a friend of mine! Plies is more of a level look rides smother I. Think I rocked stock perch for 10k the. Jumped to second perch n I said y didn't I do it sooner my boi rocks top perch n is to firm and bouncy but looks good!

 

[SDHQJASON]

There is a ride quality difference between the middle and lower perch. But, in my opinion it is a much controlled ride. The nose won't dive as much when you brake when you're coming to stop . There be less body roll. Also, like GsxrRaptor said the shocks were originally designed to be at that setting.

 

[wac45]

Thanks guys for the input on that. I had called FOX and they told me the same, that they had originally designed and tested them on the middle perch. So I guess I will continue to look for an experienced shop or dealer in the Tampa Bay area.

 

[SDHQJASON]

Good luck! Once you find someone who will do it, you will love it!

 

[SHOOTER]

Any updates?

 

[rbw]

Well The RPG stage 3 kit went in yesterday as well as the steering Tie Rods, the and the Upper Control Arms as well as a middle Perch Adjustment. High Country Performance 4x4 did the work (10 hours) . It was their first time doing these modifications on a Raptor and Eric and the tech (time estimates) at the shop watched the installation videos even before giving me a bid. I decided to do the middle perch setting while they were at it. I have yet to really put this beast through its inaugural dirt run but have to say on the streets everything is awesome. Driving this truck around just generally makes me a much nicer person whose smiling constantly. I was extremely happy with the High Country Performance experience, would use them again in a second. They did mention that I should come in after 500 miles so they can do a once over on it and re-torque anything that might have come loose. The total cost was $850.00 for everything.

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I have to give a big Thank You to Jarrett at RPG for finding these guys. Its not often that you find a manufacturer doing legwork for a prospective customer. Thanks Again

 

[SHOOTER]

Perfect, thanks rbw.

 

[windsor]

adjusting shocks

4439 -2010-2012 F-150 RAPTOR ONLY - FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLIES ARE NON-ADJUSTABLE

2010-2012 F-150 RAPTOR ONLY - THE FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLIES ARE NON-ADJUSTABLE. ATTEMPTING TO MAKE ADJUSTMENTS TO THE FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLIES WILL ALTER THE RIDE HEIGHT AND SUSPENSION CONTROL OUTSIDE OFFACTORY DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS. REFER TO WARRANTY AND POLICY MANUAL FOR ALTER VEHICLE POLICIES.
NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by "do-it-yourselfers". Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford or Lincoln dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article. The information in this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to supercede this information with updates. The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company's on-line technical resources.
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I saw this service message today. Thought you guys would like to see this. Not saying anything good or bad. Just info.

 

[Squatting Dog]

Is this referring to front perch, or adjusting something else since they say front and rear shock assemblies?



-Greg

 

[Phyguy]

Is this referring to front perch, or adjusting something else since they say front and rear shock assemblies?



-Greg

Exactly.

Plenty of wiggle room by Ford.