2004-2019 F150 MotoFab 2" Front Leveling Kit Review & Install
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- Опубліковано 18 чер 2019
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The MotoFab 2 in. Front Leveling Kit provides a true 2 inch lift to your F-150’s front. The kit features a pair of extra strong strut spacers that can withstand rugged conditions. Additionally, the 2 inch lift helps eliminate the factory nose-down rake or counter sag due to heavy accessories like bumpers and winches. Leveling your truck provides improved handling without affecting the OEM ride quality.
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AmericanTrucks Ford what are the rims size on the non stock rims
AmericanTrucks Ford you should tell people to remember to adjust ur headlights or someone like me will bust them out cause this kit makes the lights blind u if u drive a small car it pisses us
Hey what are the exact model of those 33 inch tires and rims are those? I'd like to get some.
Can’t spin my bushing on the bottom of my strut any advice?
Talk about doing it the hard way... You do not need to pull calipers or axle shafts to install 2" leveling spacers. Just disconnect the sway bar and strut and drop it down. I installed mine in 90 minutes in my driveway using hand tools.
Thank you, this helped me save a lot of time! I did the same after reading your comment
Do you still need to disconnect the upper ball joint?
@@phillipbriggs7682 Yes you will need to disconnect the upper ball joint in order to get the spring assembly out.
Did u use a lift or floor Jack and Jack stands?
@@wilfredbilly3771 I used floor jack and big jack stands. I only did one side at a time.
I felt confident I could do this until I watched this video. Apparently I need a car lift, full line of pneumatic sockets, and a good friend namedJoe.
Car jack and jack stands is easy enough
5:33: “You can just ‘tap’ the back of the rotor to unseat it”
2 seconds later: BANG, BANG, BANG
Love you guys’s videos! 😂👍🏻
Corbin Mattson lmao beat me yo it, “ just tap the rotor” 2 seconds later in comes Barry bonds 😂😂
Apparently 'tap' means smash the fucking shit out of it from multiple angles.
Corbin Mattson I was thinking the same thing. If that’s a tap, I’d love to see him hit something.
For real mens, thats just a tap loool
Came here to say this
Very well produced. Gives me confidence that I could perform this mod.
I decided to give this a try after watching this video. I have a 2016 F150 4x4 and installed the MotoFab 2.5 leveling kit. Literally just did the step by step process in this video and it was easy peasy. He is also correct on needing a buddy to help take off and install the struts because that’s tough by yourself. Other than that, if you have a nice socket set along with some elbow grease, it’s very simple. Thanks for posting this because it helped a lot, and my truck looks great!
Did it level it out or did it make your truck a little higher in the front ? I have a 2019 F150 lariat FX4
I'm doing it now on a 2020 F150 Lariat fx4 ecoboost, pain in the butt alone, on nthe brightside, nothing is rusty or seized.
@@petebelmonte4578 I just now saw this, it leveled it out perfectly.
how are your angles??
New subscriber! I just purchased this kit (2.5 inch) and felt like I was in over my head, but this video put me at ease. I'm glad I found it.
Thanks for such a detailed instructional video!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! -Zach
Nice job on the video. Very informative and confirmed the fact that it might be best to allow the pros to install the kit.- cuz we don't have all the tools
Thanks, little more work than I was thinking, now I know how much time to budget… appreciate it…
This video helped me out immensely! 2016 f150 3.5l ecoboost 3in leveling spacers.
how are yo angles
I put this on my truck, same company, but installed a 2.5 inch kit, 2019 F150 lariat FX4
I wish you would show something with a negative offset. -24mm or greater
Weird how with the level and stock wheels it looks slightly higher in the front, but add the aftermarket wheels and it looks perfectly even
“Just tap the back of the rotor to unseat it”
*cuts to clip of you beating the hell out of the rotor*
😂
Great video guys...seriously. What this world needs more of are good competent wrenches with a strong command of the English language and a knack for instruction - such as this guy and this video here. Well done!
Thanks for watching! -Zach
I put the motofab spacers on my 05 f150 4wd.They were either 2" or 2 1/2".I did not rotate the bottom of strut in a vice like you did.My Upper Control Arms are at a pretty steep angle and have completely broken off out of the control arm itself.The ball joint stayed connected to the spindle.I put new control arms (Moog) on it and they are still at same steep downward angle.I also did not really loosen the sway bar up as much as you did when installing the spacers.Do you think Loosening and then re tightening the sway bars will help relieve some of that angle???Or any suggestions would be appreciated.Thanks!!!
Can you just swap the left and right struts so you don’t have an issue with the orientation?
Also, I didn’t see it in the video, but do you have to compress the spring and rotate the set the struts to line up the bolt holes?
Great video Thanks for sharing
Thank you for watching! -Zach
Thank you AT for the video! I opted for the RC 2” leveling kit, basically the same. The install was flawless following your video, and much preferred over printed instructions.
Just a comment - the steering knuckle will need to be “persuaded” with a large hammer, just like the upper control arm knuckle. That wasn’t very clear in video.
Thanks for watching, John! Happy the video helped you out! -Zach
I have seen ppl say it's recommended to compress the spring and turn 180? Is that needed or no. Looking to do my 2010 Ford f150 with a 2" level kit.
Hi! AM I WOULD LIKE TO ASK WHAT TIRE SIZE USE AND THE OFFFSET.IT LOOK SO GOOD.I APPRECIATE YOUR RPLY THANK YOU
Ok to any one trying this I just did one today in a shop with a lift . I completed each side differently one side i removed just the sway bar link and upper control arm ,I then had to remove the lower control arm bolts because the axle was preventing the arm to drop low enough to install the new set up . The other side I did it Just like the video and it took twice as long but was way easier in my opinion.
To save yourself alot of the leg work get 2 heavy duty high tension ratchet straps pop the top bolts crank down on the ratchet straps remove the top bolts finish cranking the straps enough to get the spacer in there use a jack under the lower control arm to get the spring back in bolt it up and your done release the straps slowly release the jack under the lower control arm and your done.
Just switch the struts from the left to right side of the truck if u can’t rotate the studs to the angle needed.
What tires are the 33’s?
Mitchell book time calls for 4 hours to remove and replace front struts on a 2019 four wheel drive. it's about half that time for 2wd.
You can do it in an hour with the right tools and know how.
Do i need to get the leveling kit with new shocks for a 4wd f150? can i just put spacers
I bought a used 2010 with the leveling kit installed. Are these kits reusable? I'm planning on replacing the struts (and shocks)
Instead of adjusting the angle of the strut you can just swap the driver and passenger side
If I want to 2” level my truck, can I level and then get an alignment before bigger tires or should I level, get bigger tires then alignment?
What were the size of wheel and tires for those 33’s?
What size are those aftermarket wheels 18sor 17s, factory offset?, 33” tires no hub spacer?
I would like to make my new 2019 2 wheel drive to level out. I miss my 4x4 but love the new truck never the less. Can it be done?
It’s actually easier you don’t have to disconnect the cv axel then
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching! -Zach
Is an alignment required after 2" spacer install on struts,06 f150 2wd
Can you do a installation video on the Fox 2.0 coil overs for fords
Ayy Lmao ^this
They did one already, also, its literally the same shit ,except the fox 2.0 isvway easier coz the bolts goes in from bottom of lca
And.... Make sure to re align your headlights! So many knuckleheads out there leveling/lifting their trucks and not adjusting headlights. Easy to do, and you really don't need to see what is in the top of trees, looking at the road is much better :)
Yes please! Everyone on the road will thank you afterwards. -Zach
4:19 .....points to safety glasses. Proceeds to using tools with out them. Lol
What are the black rims and specs they look sweet!
Can just drop the sway bar, so you don't have to worry about the end links 😎
Thanks now I know what size tires I can fit
Thanks for watching! -Zach
What wheels & tires size were those in the beginning 🙂 the 33's
I’m wondering the same thing
What wheels are on that black ones ?
Did the 34.5” tires rub?
at 5:33. "You can grab a rubber mallet, just tap the back of the rotor" Proceeds to beats the piss out of it lol
God bless you 🙏🏻
Nice Zelda tattoo
Info/brand/size on those rims? I’ve been searching for a design similar to those!
Thanks
Has anyone done any off-roading with this kit installed?
Hello, thanks for your advice, could you help me, what is the size of the biggest tire that I can put to an XLT with the wheels that it comes as standard? these are 17 "
I would do 33s they fill the wheel well nice and they wont rub
You didn’t include a air compressor with hoses in your tools. I leave the calipers on the bracket and only remove 2 bolts and hang it up and also when I installed these on my 04 fx4 it road like a rock. You could feel every lil crack in the road. Hated it. I recommend getting new coil and struts with 2” lift. So much better
Wouldn't it be easier to remove lower control arm and ball joint. Align afterward
I now do not know if to grab the 2.5 or 2.0".
That's not the factory knuckle is it? Mine is half that size on 2013 f150 4x4
Got a set of these for my 18 F-150 3.3 V6. anyone in the comments rec other mods?
I have a 2019 F-150 and am hearing conflicting answers on weather or not the 19 will accept this kit. But also can’t find what (if anything )was changed on the suspension to make it different from an 18. Do you know of any changes?
I don't see any reason why this kit wouldn't work on a 2019. I've been looking into leveling kits for my 2020 F150 XLT, and a lot of the kits that I see out there are specified for 2015 through 2020, excluding the raptor.
To install a 2-inch spacer but my upper ball joint is touching my strut after I drop the Jack down. Don't know why. Decided to take the spacers iff
11-14 did this.. they will contact at full extension. I had issues on my 2011. Rancho quick lifts will solve the issue
I'm always surprised when install vids show folks using chromed regular sockets with air impact tools. Y'all trying to lose an eye?
lol
It was 1 socket. Duh.
Will these fit the 2021 models?
I can’t find the video, but looking for help! I’m looking for a leveling kit for my 2017 Silverado but I’m going to be doing a lot of off-roading so need something that can handle it.. what should I get? Be specific please. thanks in advance
would it fit on a 2019 f150 fx4?
Yaaaaaaa, this isnt easy.
I thought this would be relatively diy. Like changing a brake lamp. Maybe the brakes? This seems like a step under engine work in time, tools, and knowledge.
Could have just undone the sway bar endlink and the lower control arm bolts and dropped the control arm down and then the strut. About half the time!
You can also raise both front tires, drop the tie rods, undo the sway bar, seperate upper a arm, and loosen the back bolt on the lower and it will drop enough to get the strut out, even easier than dropping the lower a arm.
Just installed the same kit. I have a 2017 F-150 super crew 2.7 ecoboost. Now my abs, hill start assist and service advance trac lights are on. Did I do something wrong and how do I fix it. Someone help! Lol
Sounds like you disconnected a wheel speed sensor.
Does anyone make bolt on skid plates for a leveled 2012 F-150 4x4?
I'll take that as a no.
Just installed the 2inch motofob leveling kit on my 2011 ford f150 2WD. Hearing some small noises when I hit bumps and do slight turns. Anyone have any idea what the issue could be?
Did you solved the issued?
Will a 3inch spacer in the front fit on a 2008 f150 4wd fine?
It would but you have to start being mindful of CV angles and upper control arm interference. -Justin
i hear warped rotors and osha in the distance
Man you did 5hat the hardest way possible. Punch the lower strut bolt out and disconnect sway bar it almost falls out
2” or 2.5”, which is a better option as far as premature wear is concerned? Or does it matter comparing the two?
Just go with the 2" spacer. The extra half inch won't be worth the extra wear.
What is the actual measurement of the 2” spacer is it 2” or a little smaller ? Thanks
The measurement of the spacer itself is going to be slightly shorter than 2 in. 😁 -Zach
Does anyone know another way to rotate the strut studs? Not everyone has a vise. Might be a dumb question couldn’t you just flip the driver and passenger strut and they’d be rotated? 🤔
Or if that doesn’t work for you, install the Leveling Kit on the strut first and put the two bolts at the bottom of the strut back in the lower control arm in the opposite direction and pull on it until it goes in the opposite direction. Just did mine today and it worked!
I guess you didn't need the eye protection after all lol
Cowboy Texas omg you keyboard safety freaks need to get off your ass more
Alignment?
Wow, what a pain in the poop shute just to replace shocks.
They should have reverse threaded the spacers
Wheels and tires at 00:11?
1:48 I can put them on at home? You do realize you're talking to a schlub who can just barely find where to pour in the windshield cleaner?
How much to have this done??
Do you not have to use a vacuum tool for the 4WD hub when removing the axle from the knuckle?
NO, but you need to make sure the splines are aligned when putting back together before tightening.
I know this is a year old but for others watching this vid, turning the truck on will suck the 4x4 splines in
So when if I had disconnected the axle and then re attached the vacuum line, the system charges itself when you start the truck up?
@@levizirkle5496 Yes, the engine running creates the vacuum.
Does a 2 -2.5 leveling kit breaks any warranties?
Probably drivetrain. My buddy had an F150 and his rear diff went out. Ford refused to cover it bc he had installed a levelling kit.
Anyone have the Torque settings for ALL the nuts ?
Yeah guden tight, German torque
I just bought the 2.5” motofab off of you guys. Do you need a car lift to do this???
No. Just a good jack. Also calipers don't need removal.
Derek Briggs remove the UCA nut,sway bar nut and tie rod nut,swing knuckle out of the way. Done. Now remove strut,no need to do all that other bullshit.🇵🇱🇺🇸😷
When you said these spacers will 'almost' level the truck, would the 2.5" do it?
I personally feel that 2-2.5" seems to deliver a perfect 'level'. -Justin
2.5" would probably get you closer to a perfect level, but you have to take some geometry into consideration, particularly CV axle angle, and control arm clearance when the suspension is hanging. You can only go so far with spacers before the upper control arm will hit the coilover spring when the suspension is hanging. I had 3" spacers on my 08 Expedition, and when I put that vehicle on a lift, the upper control arms contacted the coilover springs. It seems the most common/cost effective modification is a 2" leveling kit with 33" tires, which is probably where I'm headed with my 2020 F150. I don't think 2" inches of leveling would cause any of the aforementioned geometry issues whatsoever.
@@Sagittarius-88 the 2.5" is standard leveling done by ford dealerships. 2" would get you to near level. 2.5 will for sure get you to level without any issues. 3"and up will begin to cause issues.
Rather than have a virtually perfect level, I would rather get it close enough with a slight forward lean.
@@derekkt49 this is my thought for both good looks and functionality. In theory that would give you "level" plus better (or certainly not worse) steering control under moderate loads.
What are the rims and tires when you are showing the 33"s? Please and thanks!
Those are Fuel's Pump Matte Black wheels, wrapped in a NITTO Mud Grappler tire! -Zach
@@americantrucks Thanks!
Ok, sorry, more questions. New to all this stuff, but love that look and would like to do the same to my stock 2017 XLT with 17" rims. What exact size are these rims, and also the tires. Please and thanks again!
Just tap tap happy tap
I have a 2018 ford 150.Going to install a 2" leveling kit.With 33/12.50/ tires should i keep my 17" wheels or go with 20" ?
That's entirely up to you Brent! 17"s will give you more sidewall while 20"s will give you more a 'street' truck vibe. -Justin
@@americantrucks thanks
AmericanTrucks Ford will 18” rims work well with it to?
More sidewall is better imo. That street look sometimes have issues hitting a pothole by accident and have blowouts
Maybe I’m smoking glue or asleep, but I surely don’t remember taking off half of my front end (ie the brakes and lines and all that shit) to do this. It took about 20min per side plus I didn’t have to worry about possibly screwing up anything else that was removed. Just the upper ball joint and your good. Also, just a thought....but does anyone else think this axle nut is pretty damn small on these trucks or am I smoking glue again?
What year is your truck? I have this kit for my 2018 4wd, putting it on soon. You didnt take the rotors off or anything? Seems pretty simple.
Glenn Maggard ...2015. Honestly now that I look at it I guess I did about everything he did besides the axle part (it was a different truck I didn’t remove the brakes) Seems there was enough play in the CVs to move it enough. I’ve heard of guys with little knowledge screwing up their 4wd after messing with the axle, but don’t know if that is true or not. I remember thinking it could have been done with just the upper control arm off, but I did all the brake stuff too just because I wanted to clean and inspect it all anyways. I think some of the years have a different way the bottom of the strut mounts (some have two bolts on an angle). Since you have to turn your strut 180 just swap sides with those instead of trying to move those the opposite direction. This literally took me 20 min per side. Yes I have a lift and all the correct tools and knowledge, but it certainly isn’t difficult. I was going to just use my strut compressor and pull it right out but those things really scratch up the coils...but you could do it that way. Just be careful with brake lines and abs sensor. Bungie or zip tie them all up out of the way or whatever you want to do to keep them from being damaged. It’s really not hard and with a little knowledge and some jackstands it shouldn’t be difficult for someone to do in their driveway. DONT mess with the control arm/body mounts (where the alignment is done) it’s not necessary like some vids show. However be sure to get an alignment no matter what. Good luck...you’ll be fine.
@@specforged5651 I dont understand, you need an alignment anyway, why is everyone disassembling the entire knuckle and brakes when you can just drop the lower control arm out and remove the damn strut?
Allan ..Thats what Ive been trying to get at. People are making this a bigger deal than it is.
@@MrBeats_6000 Its easier to just seperate the upper a arm, and the sway bar. No need to remove your lower a arm and then have to worry about getting the camber back halfway right.
Cual es la medida del espesor? es de 2" o menos, se ve de 1 1/2" o menos.
He stated it is a 2" kit
De 2 pulgadas amigo
Yeah he did state it was a 2” kit but in realidad las medidas de el spacer es 1 3/8 y eso le da un 2” lift.
Could 34 x 12 x 18 fit after the lift??????
Depends on what year truck, and offset of the wheels? -Justin
Can I use 3 inch ?
Is necessary aligned the truck after put the 2 inch spacers?
I would absolutely recommend it- yes. -Justin
I received today my new spacer for put my truck 2" high in the front. Why this spacer have the thickness in around 1-5/16" inches. The spacer is not supposed to be 2 "
The spacer itself included with leveling kits for independent front suspension vehicles like yours are never the same height as the advertised lift height, which is fine! The size of the spacer itself will give you two inches of height in the front when installed. You'll have no issues there. -Zach
I want a 2'' level kit for my F150 but not quite sure I want someone disassembling my front end. ughhh
Try wishing for it then
@@markharmon6942 Damn😂😂😂
Why in hell r u removing the caliper and the rotor? That has nothing to do with install
rev headz probably because the break lines aren’t long enough
@@zb6618 just search any other leveling kit video by any channel, eveno on at, it only requires at most the axle nut to be removed, I did mine fox 2.0 without even touching the axle but cover, taking the caliper off is simply a waste of time and a potential oprtuniting to fuckup the brake line.
I was thinking the exact same thing. I’ve done a few leveling kits before and have never needed to remove the brake calipers
I think he mentioned he had to do that because it was a 4x4.
Way easier to hit between the lug nuts to un seize a rotor gotta be good with a hammer!
and if not you will learn how to change out wheel studs lol
+1 A good air hammer helps too.
I think I'd rather lower the back. I'm not a rock crawler or a boulder hauler.
Gonna need a front end alignment after install. $$$?
Front end alignments are highly recommend *any time* you modify your suspension regarding lift kits. Part of the game, sadly. Your tires and suspension will thank you. 😁 Thanks for watching! -Zach
Will 2.5” be okay as well??
Absolutely! Anywhere from 1 to 2.5 inches is fine in my book regarding leveling kits. I wouldn't go much higher unless you plan on replacing other suspension components though. -Zach
Which is better? 2 or 2.5?
Any alignment issues after the installation?
You want to get it aligned either way
@@jaredzanelli7867 thanks for the feedback