Newbie leveling questions

[klem91]

Hey everyone, I'm new to trucks and mods in general, and after reading a lot on this forum I'm thinking of installing the FP fox level kit on my 2021 ranger.

I use my truck primarily for getting around and some very mild off roading, mostly getting to shooting spots in the desert and some scenic unpaved driving around AZ, probably some camping and whatnot every now and then. A large part of why I want the level is for looks, but its also appealing to upgrade the ride on road and have more off road capability if I got more into it.

Based on that, does this kit sound like the right way to go? The added warrantee protection is also appealing.


Additionally, my dealer quoted me at $720 for the install - anyone had this done recently? Does that seem high to you?

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[Chris M]

Hey everyone, I'm new to trucks and mods in general, and after reading a lot on this forum I'm thinking of installing the FP fox level kit on my 2021 ranger.

I use my truck primarily for getting around and some very mild off roading, mostly getting to shooting spots in the desert and some scenic unpaved driving around AZ, probably some camping and whatnot every now and then. A large part of why I want the level is for looks, but its also appealing to upgrade the ride on road and have more off road capability if I got more into it.

Based on that, does this kit sound like the right way to go? The added warrantee protection is also appealing.


Additionally, my dealer quoted me at $720 for the install - anyone had this done recently? Does that seem high to you?

I have that installed on my truck and love it. 2019 XLT Sport.
Had the dealer install also, and I bought the kit from my local dealer as well. I'm thinking just under $2k altogether.

 

[klem91]

I have that installed on my truck and love it. 2019 XLT Sport.
Had the dealer install also, and I bought the kit from my local dealer as well. I'm thinking just under $2k altogether.

Awesome. When did you get that done? Seems like the install would have been around 500 give or take?

 

[Chris M]

I got it done in 2020 sometime. Springtime maybe. I don't rightly remember.
And yes, that doesn't sound out of the way for install price.

 

[Rene Michaels]

I got the Ranger Lifts 3" level when I first bought my truck and paid my trusted mechanic to install it ($300). Still the best mod I've done to date. Improved the ride quality and the looks. Here is my original post about this:

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/3”-level-lift-fits-2wd-4wd.2673/post-80453

Here's the Ranger Lifts item I purchased:
https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/2019-ford-ranger-lifts-3-level-lift-201-frd-rng-lft

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

Just remember, if you level your truck, you will go down the hole of bigger tires and maybe wheels at the same time. Just something to consider. The look you want more than likely is a leveled truck with 32inch+ tires. You now went from 2k after parts/install to potentially 3-4K. Make sure you read a lot on proper tire sizes with certain mods. Sometimes you will have to cut crash bars or do some other little mods or none at all if you don’t go tooo big. Personally, if you’re okay with parting with that money for the looks, so be it.

But with your uses and needs, I would recommend bilsteins 5100/6xxx(forgot the numbers but you can find easily) the bilsteins add height, level, on and off-road capabilities more than fit for your needs of off-roading as you mentioned at 1/4th of the cost. Then you get to save 1000$ from the level kit and buy a tune if you don’t have one
Have fun and enjoy, wherever your mind and wallet may lead you.

 

[Bludrok]

I got the Ranger Lifts 3" level when I first bought my truck and paid my trusted mechanic to install it ($300). Still the best mod I've done to date. Improved the ride quality and the looks. Here is my original post about this:

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/3”-level-lift-fits-2wd-4wd.2673/post-80453

Here's the Ranger Lifts item I purchased:
https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/2019-ford-ranger-lifts-3-level-lift-201-frd-rng-lft

Robby recently put out a 2" level for the Tremor that I recently ordered. Doing it mainly to offset the drop from adding my ADD Stealth Fighter Winch front bumper (When it arrives, ordered back in April.....) and winch.

He said he was sending me some goodies with it, and asked for my shirt size, so I am excited. He is expecting to ship it today.

 

[Chris M]

True that.
When my stock tires wear out, I will replace with one size bigger to do a little better job of filling out the wheel well.

 

[Bludrok]

Forgot to add, my goal is to get 35's on my Tremor. Willing to cut what I need, but I have to wait on the bumper to get here before I can start.

 

[klem91]

Just remember, if you level your truck, you will go down the hole of bigger tires and maybe wheels at the same time. Just something to consider. The look you want more than likely is a leveled truck with 32inch+ tires. You now went from 2k after parts/install to potentially 3-4K. Make sure you read a lot on proper tire sizes with certain mods. Sometimes you will have to cut crash bars or do some other little mods or none at all if you don’t go tooo big. Personally, if you’re okay with parting with that money for the looks, so be it.

But with your uses and needs, I would recommend bilsteins 5100/6xxx(forgot the numbers but you can find easily) the bilsteins add height, level, on and off-road capabilities more than fit for your needs of off-roading as you mentioned at 1/4th of the cost. Then you get to save 1000$ from the level kit and buy a tune if you don’t have one
Have fun and enjoy, wherever your mind and wallet may lead you.

You make an excellent point... Your talking about these? https://www.stage3motorsports.com/1...stein-5100-adjustable-leveling-shock-kit.html

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

You make an excellent point... Your talking about these? https://www.stage3motorsports.com/1...stein-5100-adjustable-leveling-shock-kit.html

Yup those would be the ones, very very popular German brand for shocks. Here’s a whole thread regarding it for your information. I would of went with these but at my current time I do not want to level my truck as I like the raked look/keeping center of gravity lower and it gets too expensive down the rabbit hole of associated mods with the associated stance/look. Best of luck with whatever you decide and ask more questions if need be.

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/bilstein-5100-adjustable-leveling-shock-kit.8704/

 

[klem91]

Yup those would be the ones, very very popular German brand for shocks. Here’s a whole thread regarding it for your information. I would of went with these but at my current time I do not want to level my truck as I like the raked look/keeping center of gravity lower and it gets too expensive down the rabbit hole of associated mods with the associated stance/look. Best of luck with whatever you decide and ask more questions if need be.

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/bilstein-5100-adjustable-leveling-shock-kit.8704/

Thank you, much appreciated

 

[azdriver]

Check Robert Horne Ford in Apache Junction. Based on their website installation is $400 if you buy it from them. I would buy it from the website. When I started looking for my FPP leveling kit the first dealership I went to said they would charge me more than MSRP because they weren't a Ford Performance dealer anymore. But on their website I could've gotten for MSRP.

https://accessories.ford.com/fox-tu...-ifp-off-road-suspension-kit.html#2021/Ranger

 

[PL8SWPR]

Paid the dealer around 500 for the install, but paid full list for the kit.

I love the upgrade. We had the truck about a week before the work was done and myself and my wife noticed the difference in ride quality immediately. Certainly not a cheap upgrade, but I'd do it again.

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