And now the decisions . . .

[LTDXLT]

Ok guys, just picked up my new XLT and now looking to improve it's stance. I'll preface this discuss with the fact that I've never leveled or lifted my trucks. Due to my commute i went with the 2.7L V6 2WD. I won't be taking this off-road much but want it to sit a bit higher, with a slightly bigger tire that give the truck a "high, slim" look rather than a "short, wide" look, if that makes sense. I'm thinking i want a slightly higher look than a level kit, but still undecided. I don't want to sacrifice a whole lot of ride comfort, although I'm going into this with the knowledge that the stock set-up is probably the smoothest ride.

For those of you with lifts/levels, what brand/size/type would you go with knowing the info above and why? Brands to stay away from? Anticipated costs for labor? Also, what tire style and size would you recommend?

Thanks in advance!

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[SuperClyde]

There are a few leveling sizes to go with. I think from 1" up to 3". Above that you are looking at a lift. I'm not an expert, so I could be off on that. Personally, I went with the Rough Country 2" level since that's what the dealership had in stock. I had it on my 2015 F150 also. I have no complaints about it at all. The Ready Lift is probably the most popular though. It cost me right at $500 for the kit, install, and alignment. I went with 285/65/20 since I wanted a taller, slightly wider tire.

For what you want, I'd recommend a 2" level with a 275/65/20 (or something similar if you have 18" wheels). I'm wary of going more than 2" since the cameras/sensors for lane keeping can have issues in my experience.

 

[Asphaltman]

I went Ready Lift because it was so popular here, and also cheap enough that I could remove if I didnt like it. Was out teh door $600, that included the kit, install, and alignment. Ride quaity is fantastic. No change to any of teh trucks tech either.

 

[LTDXLT]

I went Ready Lift because it was so popular here, and also cheap enough that I could remove if I didnt like it. Was out teh door $600, that included the kit, install, and alignment. Ride quaity is fantastic. No change to any of teh trucks tech either.

thanks! What tire set-up did you go with?

 

[Asphaltman]

thanks! What tire set-up did you go with?

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/2021-f-150-lariat-502a-level-tires-and-wheels.2789/

Here are a few more pics of my tires

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/aftermarket-wheels-tires-thread.1120/

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