Installing a Leveling Kit on an F150 (2004+)

Installing a leveling kit on an F150 has its advantages and disadvantages. Lifting the front of your truck two to three inches will allow for larger tires, but will also wear out ball joints slightly quicker (this would be a good time to replace ball joints/brakes if needed). If you’re unfamiliar with these independent front suspensions, then install may take you approximately two hours, but can be done in less than an hour with experience. If you want to gain more clearance or increase tire size, then this is the simple modification you’ll want to do.

Parts/Tools Needed:
• Jack
• 1 Jack Stand
• 4 Blocks for Rear Tires
• Tire Iron/Socket to Remove Front Wheels.
• Hammer & Punch
• Pry Bar
• Bungee strap
• Locktite®
• Impact Wrench
• Torque Wrench (22-111 ft-lbs)
• Wrenches (15mm, 27mm)
• Ratchet and Sockets (15mm, 18mm, 21mm, 30mm)
• Safety Glasses & Work Gloves
• Leveling Spacer ($70+)

*A truck alignment will be required after this install due to the change in the geometry of the front suspension.

Step 1 Preparation

To start, set the parking brake on your truck and place blocks in front of and behind the rear tires to ensure the truck wont roll. Jack up the truck high enough needed to remove the front wheel. A jack stand placed on the frame of the truck should replace the jack. This will be helpful later on when the jack may be needed. Make sure the lower A-arm is free hanging.

Caution: Eye protection should be worn at all times during the installation. Gloves are highly recommended.