Does my Ranger have a leveling kit?

[VegasRanger]

Lol a blind guy can see that it’s leveled

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[SaberRanger]

Looking good - def looks like the RC kit - had it on mine for a year - no issues but had to adjust my headlights. Doesn’t affect handling or performance but it sure looks good.

You also have a great set of tires on the truck. They’re about as big as you can go without issues, so don’t get any crazy ideas about going bigger unless you want to start spending a bunch more money and modifying crash bars. ?

Looks great as it is - now, go wheel the pants off it.

Thanks, I’m going to be switching tires soon but staying with the same size.

I know the BFG’s are highly rated but they slip really bad in wet weather. I live in Oregon and we get a ton of rain, I’m probably going to go with Cooper At3 4s tires.

 

[D Fresh]

Looks like more of a squat kit with the weight of your topper. Might want to add-a-leaf.

 

[SaberRanger]

Looks like more of a squat kit with the weight of your topper. Might want to add-a-leaf.

It doesn’t look squatted to me and the topper is very light.

 

[Delirious]

Thats a Rough Country 2.5" Spacer kit, and the truck does look good.

"I was told doing just a spacer is not a good idea because it compresses the front struts. Is this true and does that make the ride or any other negative affects? I put Bilstein 5100 leveling struts on my 19 Ranger Sport but now I have the 21 XLT Tremor. I want to do the same thing but $700 for the front end is a little pricey, though I would if it's my best option. Any recommendations?

 

[Delirious]

I thought it was a trick question, like: “Do these jeans make my butt look fat”? ?

When she asked me that question I said no, your fat makes your butt look fat. Been divorced 13 years now. And if this current one doesn't watch out, I know how to get out of this one too! Shhhhh?

 

[D Fresh]

It doesn’t look squatted to me and the topper is very light.

Could be my eyes, could be the pic, or maybe it's just me. But this...

...looks to sit quite a bit lower in the rear than this...

...and Dave's picture is not even on level ground.

You'd be amazed at what even 200 lbs will do back there.

I just wanted to put it out there that there are solutions available if you'd like to restore some rake.

"I was told doing just a spacer is not a good idea because it compresses the front struts. Is this true and does that make the ride or any other negative affects? I put Bilstein 5100 leveling struts on my 19 Ranger Sport but now I have the 21 XLT Tremor. I want to do the same thing but $700 for the front end is a little pricey, though I would if it's my best option. Any recommendations?

A spacer does not "compress the struts." It basically moves the top mounting point of the coil assembly downwards. It will alter the geometry a bit, but the amounts used in our application should be within a level able to be overcome by an alignment.

The perceived downside is that you are doing, or paying for, basically the same labor as a coilover based level with no benefit other than cosmetic. A coilover based leveling system will have the added benefit of a better than factory shock, adjustability, and increased suspension travel.

Due to the Tremor's upgraded suspension you have a lot of travel from the factory already. And I'd venture to guess the Fox shocks are MUCH better than the 4x4 or Fx4 shocks. Also the Tremor sits more level than the other models in my opinion.

Already having a capable suspension I'd go spacer level if I had a Tremor and wanted the front end more level. My needs are mild and I'd bet the factory Fox suspension would suffice. Specifically, I'd go with these guys...

https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/2021-2022-tremor-level-lift

They're forum sponsors and have the only Tremor specific spacer as far as I know.

 

[Delirious]

Could be my eyes, could be the pic, or maybe it's just me. But this...

...looks to sit quite a bit lower in the rear than this...

...and Dave's picture is not even on level ground.

You'd be amazed at what even 200 lbs will do back there.

I just wanted to put it out there that there are solutions available if you'd like to restore some rake.



A spacer does not "compress the struts." It basically moves the top mounting point of the coil assembly downwards. It will alter the geometry a bit, but the amounts used in our application should be within a level able to be overcome by an alignment.

The perceived downside is that you are doing, or paying for, basically the same labor as a coilover based level with no benefit other than cosmetic. A coilover based leveling system will have the added benefit of a better than factory shock, adjustability, and increased suspension travel.

Due to the Tremor's upgraded suspension you have a lot of travel from the factory already. And I'd venture to guess the Fox shocks are MUCH better than the 4x4 or Fx4 shocks. Also the Tremor sits more level than the other models in my opinion.

Already having a capable suspension I'd go spacer level if I had a Tremor and wanted the front end more level. My needs are mild and I'd bet the factory Fox suspension would suffice. Specifically, I'd go with these guys...

https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/2021-2022-tremor-level-lift

They're forum sponsors and have the only Tremor specific spacer as far as I know.

Thanks so much for your response Doug. It looks like that's what I will go for. I won't be doing any heavy Offroading. Certainly not like those guys out west. And trails in Florida are smooth and sandy. I do mostly highway driving to the point that I might just put street tires on the truck because they will get me through the sand OK when I do go through it.

 

[RANGER_MARC]

I bought my Ranger used with 5,000 miles from a dealer almost two years ago.

It was a one owner but they didn’t really have any info from the previous owner.

I have been told twice by my ford dealer when I have had it in for oil changes that it has a leveling kit installed but I don’t know for certain.

One guy just was complimenting me how good the truck looked with it leveled and the last time I had it in they said it needed an alignment because of the kit.

I have no idea if it does or not but I’m sure if it does and I wanted to see what you guys think.

The previous owner put 265/70/17 BFG K02 tires on it and they don’t rub or anything.

I am not exactly sure what to look for in the front suspension to see if it has a leveling kit.

Definitely looks levelled (and very cool). Assuming you like the ride, it looks like you caught a break--most of us had to pay extra for levelling!

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Looks like more of a squat kit with the weight of your topper. Might want to add-a-leaf.

It doesn’t look squatted to me and the topper is very light.

Doug makes a good point about a slight nose-high stance. With my 2-1/2” RC level kit, my truck squatted a bit because of the weight of the topper. Not much, but a bit. Certainly more than most.

Toppers weigh in at about 150-190 lbs. I also carried additional weight in the bed (tools, building materials), which made the back end sit even further down. Not much but enough that when I removed the spacers to upgrade my suspension to Fox Performance 2.0, I left the new struts slightly lower at 2” to compensate for that. It’s also a bit hard to tell by photos unless you’re perfectly straight on and parked on a completely flat, level surface.

One thing for sure, your truck looks great and a is heck of a lot more level than it would be without the kit.

 

[JJ101]

Yep, leveled. I got the 2" ReadyLift leveling kit, purchased from and installed by my Ford dealer. I basically have a Rapid Red version of your truck, with the KO2's. Agreed, the torque plus the wet make them break loose easily but I still love the tires for everything else. Less rain in Boise I guess, I am looking forward to the snow though. You have a great looking truck.

 

[Delirious]

Could be my eyes, could be the pic, or maybe it's just me. But this...

...looks to sit quite a bit lower in the rear than this...

...and Dave's picture is not even on level ground.

You'd be amazed at what even 200 lbs will do back there.

I just wanted to put it out there that there are solutions available if you'd like to restore some rake.



A spacer does not "compress the struts." It basically moves the top mounting point of the coil assembly downwards. It will alter the geometry a bit, but the amounts used in our application should be within a level able to be overcome by an alignment.

The perceived downside is that you are doing, or paying for, basically the same labor as a coilover based level with no benefit other than cosmetic. A coilover based leveling system will have the added benefit of a better than factory shock, adjustability, and increased suspension travel.

Due to the Tremor's upgraded suspension you have a lot of travel from the factory already. And I'd venture to guess the Fox shocks are MUCH better than the 4x4 or Fx4 shocks. Also the Tremor sits more level than the other models in my opinion.

Already having a capable suspension I'd go spacer level if I had a Tremor and wanted the front end more level. My needs are mild and I'd bet the factory Fox suspension would suffice. Specifically, I'd go with these guys...

https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/2021-2022-tremor-level-lift

They're forum sponsors and have the only Tremor specific spacer as far as I know.

Someone gave me a pair of 2 1/2" Rough Country spacers that fit my Tremor. My Ford service advisor says it should not affect the ride of the truck and so it should be fine to install them. What say ye (and anyone else)?

Edit. I did it and am glad I did it! Can't tell a difference in the ride since I only had 1400 miles or so on it.

 

[AzScorpion]

Someone gave me a pair of 2 1/2" Rough Country spacers that fit my Tremor. My Ford service advisor says it should not affect the ride of the truck and so it should be fine to install them. What say ye (and anyone else)?

Nick, I've had the RC 2.5" level on mine for 2 years now and it's been fine. I noticed it stiffened up the front just a bit but nothing bad, if anything it made it just a little firmer if that makes any sense. I know the shop manager so I stop in periodically and have them check the alignment and check that all the bolts are still tight and nothings worn. So far so good with 18,000 miles on it.

 

[D Fresh]

Someone gave me a pair of 2 1/2" Rough Country spacers that fit my Tremor. My Ford service advisor says it should not affect the ride of the truck and so it should be fine to install them. What say ye (and anyone else)?

There's nothing at all wrong with the RC spacers. They're well regarded and seem to made of quality components. However, 2 1/2" might be too much for a Tremor via spacer as they are already taller than non Tremor trucks.

Might wanna ask in the Tremor section to see.

 

[Delirious]

There's nothing at all wrong with the RC spacers. They're well regarded and seem to made of quality components. However, 2 1/2" might be too much for a Tremor via spacer as they are already taller than non Tremor trucks.

Might wanna ask in the Tremor section to see.

Thank you so much I will do that.

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