1997-03 Ford F150 Standard Cab / Super Cab / SuperCrew 4WD (Except 5.4L Shortbed Standard Cab) 4-5" Front / 3" Rear.
This Kit uses 3" BLOCKS to raise the rear. Truck SuperLift 5 Inch Lift Kit K246 Ford regular cab reg extended cab ext crewcab crew CTGLKS CTGSS 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 In 1997 Ford scrapped the Twin Traction Beam front axle in favor of torsion bars with upper and lower control arms. When comparing Ford's old and new designs, the primary benefits of this setup are a somewhat improved ride, a more stable and predictable steering "feel", and less camber change when towing or hauling loads.
Superlift's method of lifting the new F- 150 keeps the truck's all-around good driveability traits intact. New front and rear crossmember assemblies drop the lower control arms 4.5". The factory upper control arms are located on top of the frame rails so relocating them downward is not practical. Instead, replacement CNC machined, cast nodular iron knuckle assemblies (not ball joint spacers) span the increased distance between upper and lower control arms. A relocated tie rod boss incorporated into the knuckle assemblies maintains proper steering linkage geometry. The two crossmembers, made from .25" wall thickness square tubing and .25" thick steel plate, span the full width of the frame to enhance overall system strength and rigidity. The front axle assembly is also lowered 4.5" to maintain factory CV axle angles. Front wheel travel is increased by 20% at the wheel.
Longer DOT approved front brakes hoses are included, along with front / rear Superlift Superide shocks.
Rear lift is accomplished by using a block kit. As with all of Superlift's systems, the lift is covered by our Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Features
Retains factory ride quality, steering geometry, and CV axle angles Increases wheel travel New nodular iron knuckles, not ball joint spacers Load bearing bracketry made of .25" thick plate steel or heavy-wall tubing Full width differential / control arm crossmembers provide lateral rigidity Longer DOT approved front brake hoses Rear lift: lift blocks Superide leaf springs Superide shocks with yellow boots included, other boot colors available in Related Products below. Speedometer recalibration available Recommended Tire Size: 35" x 12.50" on a standard offset wheel.
Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Foot Notes
31-Traction bars are strongly recommended with block only rear lift option. See Related Products below.
37-Front Brake Hoses Included in kit box.
