@@ricardosworkshop thanks man I’m almost done .. the truck is off all jacks and hack stands now just a little tightening and I’m done .. this video give me the motivation to get it done
Why lift the truck and place on jack stands to only lower the rear axle to place tires on ground again? Just remove the lower shock bolt, 4-nuts from bottom bracket and bracket, then old u-bolts, place a block of wood on a floor jack or bottle jack under the spring, in front of the spring perch on the axle and lift. Place block between spring and spring perceh, lower. jack and install new u-bolts Do the same on the other side. And as noted before; NEVER STACK BLOCKS.
Great look. I have a 2016 platinum, looking to put 2 or 2.5 plates in the front. You think I’ll be able to fit 34” tires, going to use factory rims. Have same as you. 20”
I have an 18 with a 2.5" level with Ridge Grapplers in 34's. 275/65r20 (narrower) but it fits not problem (no trimming anything or cutting crash bars). 35/11.5r20 would have fit as well. A buddy has 35/12.5r20s on his 16 with a 2" level and he has no rubbing and no modification to the crash bars.
What size tires are you running ? Any plans to go up in size? If you’re running stock size tires - I’m just trying to figure out why you didn’t just remove the factory block in the back. Where you trying for the lifted look?
I have 295/60R20 about 34". I leveled the front up 2" but the truck looked squatted. So went up another inch in back so now its level. Thanks for watching Jack
I did go back and trimm them. Had to get a good blade for the sawsall. The front level is a Rough Country spacer. The back is just a ebay block, nonbrand.
So I have a 2.5 inch lift in the front of my 2020 f150. What size rear block should I get? Stock one is like 1.5”. Should I get a 2 inch block or 2.5 to level it out? Also could you just loosen the u bolts then jack up on the leaf springs enough to slide the blocks in and out? Seems easier and faster?
You could have also done a add a leaf and gained 2 to 2 1/2 inches plus your truck won’t Squat when you put weight in the bed or when hooking up a trailer.
I have a 2014 f150 xtr. I want to level it by 2 inches. All the videos I’ve seen say or do the front only. That levels it. I’m in Canada and called a tire shop. They said I also have to lift the back by 1 inch. Total cost $880cnd!!
That sounds expensive but it depends on what they do. If its just a spacer in front and block in back, with alignment. Is shouldn't be that expensive. If they replace struts/arms/spindles... it could easily be that expensive.
Ricardo's Workshop hmm why would they need to change those other parts, I guess if they say there worn out...but that could be a money grab. I just want a 2 inch level..not spend $880 lol
Right. A 2 inch level is simple and easy. But it does change the angle of the control arms. And could wear out the upper ball joints. Usually this is not a big concern but if you really want to keep the geometry correct, it does involve more parts and more money. That being said. I went up 2.5" and didn't change anything.
Using a Scissor jack and climbing under the truck? Dude that’s dangerous!! The way you did it was proper but never jack your truck up and go underneath it using a scissor jack if you don’t have the tools to do it right then don’t do it at all
Yes you did but you were still under it setting said jack stands. And on a side note no wheel chocks also. This was more of a video on how to get yourself killed......
@@ricardosworkshop hmmm... I had a auto shop installed my lift but now I’m getting it removed and Idk if it came with the oem rear blocks I’ve should’ve looked smh
If the truck is on level (should always jack vehicles when level) ground, you do not need to block the tires. Jacking up a vehicle doesnt make it go downhill.
Hey man, just an FYI, you should NEVER stack blocks. Always use one block of the total height you're trying to achieve.
Same thing happened to me. I added a 2.5" in front and wanted it level, now the front is a bit higher so I ordered one for the back to level it out.
Thanks so much great video I’m actually under my truck right now it’s 11:14pm lol
Be careful. 👍👍
@@ricardosworkshop thanks man I’m almost done .. the truck is off all jacks and hack stands now just a little tightening and I’m done .. this video give me the motivation to get it done
It's 10:30 at night I just watch this video I'm fixing to crawl underneath of it and throw my 3-inch blocks in
Why lift the truck and place on jack stands to only lower the rear axle to place tires on ground again? Just remove the lower shock bolt, 4-nuts from bottom bracket and bracket, then old u-bolts, place a block of wood on a floor jack or bottle jack under the spring, in front of the spring perch on the axle and lift. Place block between spring and spring perceh, lower. jack and install new u-bolts Do the same on the other side.
And as noted before; NEVER STACK BLOCKS.
Did you have to get a alignment after the blocks
Great look. I have a 2016 platinum, looking to put 2 or 2.5 plates in the front. You think I’ll be able to fit 34” tires, going to use factory rims. Have same as you. 20”
If you remove the crash bar or pry it open some
I have an 18 with a 2.5" level with Ridge Grapplers in 34's. 275/65r20 (narrower) but it fits not problem (no trimming anything or cutting crash bars). 35/11.5r20 would have fit as well. A buddy has 35/12.5r20s on his 16 with a 2" level and he has no rubbing and no modification to the crash bars.
@@forcemajeur.5138 thanks for info
What size tires are you running ? Any plans to go up in size?
If you’re running stock size tires - I’m just trying to figure out why you didn’t just remove the factory block in the back. Where you trying for the lifted look?
I have 295/60R20 about 34".
I leveled the front up 2" but the truck looked squatted. So went up another inch in back so now its level. Thanks for watching Jack
What level kit did you use?
Did you ever trim those U-bolts (looks like you tried on one)?
I did go back and trimm them. Had to get a good blade for the sawsall. The front level is a Rough Country spacer. The back is just a ebay block, nonbrand.
So I have a 2.5 inch lift in the front of my 2020 f150. What size rear block should I get? Stock one is like 1.5”. Should I get a 2 inch block or 2.5 to level it out? Also could you just loosen the u bolts then jack up on the leaf springs enough to slide the blocks in and out? Seems easier and faster?
Inthink a 2" will do well. 2.5" if you want a little rake
Hi, maybe you know the answer and help me, buy that same kit, the left side is one inch higher than the right (back)
Somethings wrong. Is something loose? Check the bolts, leaf springs, shocks... is the ground level?
Stock control arms or aftermarket??
Thank you just answered my question👍👍👍
what is the kit you put in the front and did you do a video about that.
It was a 2.5" (measured 2") rough counrty block. Sorry no video.
@@ricardosworkshopwas it the lifted strut or strut spacer??
Why didn't you just buy a 2.5 or 3 inch block and replace the factory block ?
I should have. Its better to have one block.
You could have also done a add a leaf and gained 2 to 2 1/2 inches plus your truck won’t Squat when you put weight in the bed or when hooking up a trailer.
I have a 2014 f150 xtr. I want to level it by 2 inches. All the videos I’ve seen say or do the front only. That levels it. I’m in Canada and called a tire shop. They said I also have to lift the back by 1 inch. Total cost $880cnd!!
That sounds expensive but it depends on what they do. If its just a spacer in front and block in back, with alignment. Is shouldn't be that expensive.
If they replace struts/arms/spindles... it could easily be that expensive.
Ricardo's Workshop hmm why would they need to change those other parts, I guess if they say there worn out...but that could be a money grab. I just want a 2 inch level..not spend $880 lol
Right. A 2 inch level is simple and easy. But it does change the angle of the control arms. And could wear out the upper ball joints. Usually this is not a big concern but if you really want to keep the geometry correct, it does involve more parts and more money.
That being said. I went up 2.5" and didn't change anything.
I did a 3 inch leveling kit in the front but rear is still higher why?
It is likely that your truck is 4x4
5/8 or 7/8 looks good
I have a 2015 f 150. I was wondering if I could change the chimes to the older generation 2014 style. Would that be possible with forscan?
Thanks for watching Keaton. I'm not sure if it will work. I hear 2014 and under have minimal FORScan options.
Wait... what chimes are we talking about?
The door and engine start up chimes along with the headlight on chime
@@keatonweeder8143 yeah... I don't think you can. Sorry bud
Are those tires wider, than what it came with?
They are 295cm wide. I think original ones are 265cm
@@ricardosworkshop - LOL - millimeters, not centimeters :-)
now 12.8" vs stock 10.8" width
Lol... my mistake.
Or 12.8' and 10.8'
11.6 inches is the conversion on those 295mm wides. @@ricardosworkshop
Looks good. Idk how much I would trust ebay blocks though...
Using a Scissor jack and climbing under the truck? Dude that’s dangerous!! The way you did it was proper but never jack your truck up and go underneath it using a scissor jack if you don’t have the tools to do it right then don’t do it at all
Great point... but i also used jack stands.
Yes you did but you were still under it setting said jack stands. And on a side note no wheel chocks also. This was more of a video on how to get yourself killed......
Dude... Where are you putting that stand in the back.... My wheels keep coming all the way down
It wouldn't reach the frame so i put it in the middle of the leaf spring. But I used more than one jack stand.
@@ricardosworkshop dammit... I thought about that but was afraid it would break/warp... Will try again tomorrow. THANKS
Stock 2018-2020 4X4 come with oem rear blocks???
My 2015 did... unless its part of the FX4 package
@@ricardosworkshop hmmm... I had a auto shop installed my lift but now I’m getting it removed and Idk if it came with the oem rear blocks I’ve should’ve looked smh
@@ricardosworkshop do you remember the torque spec to the u bolts ?
Looks good !
Looks great
Those u-bolts are insanely long
Ur not supposed to stack blocks
I used a 2x4 on mine.
Don’t stack lift blocks...
why
they are fitted just a 1 inch
If the truck is on level (should always jack vehicles when level) ground, you do not need to block the tires. Jacking up a vehicle doesnt make it go downhill.
Another car, lol
Lol... what car?