Which Suspension Kit for my Raptor Problem

[alman]

I do lots with my Raptor
I tow an RV and carry an ATV on my truck bed at the same time
The ATV is 700 lbs (Can Am Outlander 650) and the RV is 5,000 lbs (Keystone Outback RS210 )

To improve my handling when doing this, I want to install one of these suspension kits. Which one do you recommend? Keep in mind, I would like to do the minimum modification as possible. I would like my Raptor to drive as it does when loaded light and don't want to loose my warranty. Also I don't do offroad driving when I tow and carry my heavy load. So I just want my truck to drive level when fully loaded.

My Options to choose from are:

1. Roadmaster Active Suspension Ford Raptor kit (http://www.activesuspension.com)
2. Timbren SES Ford Raptor kit (http://www.timbren.com)
3. SDHQ Ford Raptor Rear Long Travel Air Bag System (http://sdhqoffroad.com/sdhqfordraptorrearlongtravelairbagsystem.aspx)
4. RPG Stage 1 Suspension Kit (http://www.rpgoffroad.com/products/stage-1-rear-suspension-kit/)
5. RPG Stage 2 Suspension Kit (http://www.rpgoffroad.com/products/stage-2-rear-suspension-kit/)
6. RPG Stage 3 Suspension Kit (http://www.rpgoffroad.com/products/stage-3-rear-suspension-kit/)

For my needs, which Suspension improvement kit do you guys advise?

 

[treypal]

With a weight distributing hitch you should be able to town 5000 lb trailer and get the benefit of better rear leaf springs of the stage 3 setup. But I don't think you could Get away with an atv in the bed and a trailer.

(Same setup I had when you rode with me on the beach).

 

[alman]

The ride with you on the beach was a wonderful experience and I cant thank you enough for that. I also learnt lots from you.

I tow the trailer easy with a weight distribution hitch and I carry the ATV easy on its own. My issue is that when I do both together the rear suspension gets compressed too low down. Thats why I am looking for a way to level the Raptor in those situations (all on black top).

 

[pat'sRAPTOR]

Check with RPG they have a longer bump stop just for this reason ill find the video and post here

---------- Post added at 10:34 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:27 AM ----------

Here's the link to the thread for ya man hope this helps!

http://www.fordraptorforum.com/f98/official-payload-increase-video-15058/

 

[alman]

I did write to RPG a few days ago but they didnt bother to respond

 

[PropDr]

I did write to RPG a few days ago but they didnt bother to respond

Write?
Give them a call, Jarrett will be very helpful!
I have the overload bumps with stage 4 and it works great for towing.

 

[pat'sRAPTOR]

Yea you gotta call Jarrett haha he doesn't like sitting in front of a computer to long he prefers to be out in the shop working and he prefers people to call him he's a people person so he will talk your ear off

 

[alman]

Thanks, will call after the weekend. I presume he will not answer on Sunday

 

[ICONRep]

Thanks, will call after the weekend. I presume he will not answer on Sunday

They may close for the holiday break to get a little personal time in before the start of the new year. Many companies do this....be patient with them.


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[RPG]

I did write to RPG a few days ago but they didnt bother to respond

Alman,

Sorry for only hearing about your suspension question until now. We have been gone the past few days and won't re-open until Wed. When you get some time please feel free to give me a call so we can go over all your different options. We have lots of good clients who use their trucks just like you are describing and have been able to get them setup with the right system.

Also, if you need to get a hold of us please call at 949-212-7911 and PLEASE leave a message if we don't answer. We are still a small shop and don't have the man power to get to every phone call all the time. Sometimes I will see 3-4 missed calls a day from numbers that are blocked so I can even call them back because they didn't leave a voicemail.

I look forward to speaking with you.

Jarrett