F-150 Suspension Guide: Leveling Kits, Lift Kits, and Shocks by Height
Ford, F-150
A height-by-height breakdown of every active F-150 leveling kit, lift kit, and standalone shock upgrade in the catalog, including Raptor, Raptor R, 3.0L Power Stroke diesel, and PowerBoost hybrid specific parts.
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Most F-150 suspension work comes down to one of three goals: level out the factory nose-down stance, clear a bigger tire, or swap out worn shocks for something better. Here's what's actually active in the catalog right now, broken out by how much height each option adds. RideBuildList earns commissions from some retailer links.
Leveling kits (2" to 2.75" front)
A leveling kit brings the front up to match the rear. It's the cheapest way to fix the stock rake and squeeze in a slightly bigger tire without changing the rear ride height at all.
| Kit | Years | What it does | |---|---|---| | {{part:RL-LEVEL-2126}} | 2021-2026 | Fixed 2.0" front spacer kit | | {{part:RL-LEVEL-1520}} | 2015-2020 | Fixed 2.25" front spacer kit | | {{part:EIB-PROLIFT-1520}} | 2015-2020, 3.5L/5.0L | Springs only, 2" front, reuses factory shocks | | {{part:EIB-PROLIFT-27-1520}} | 2015-2020, 2.7L | Same as above, 2.7L-specific PN | | {{part:SUS-BIL-6112-2126}} | 2021-2026 | Adjustable front strut, up to 2.25" | | {{part:EIB-STAGE1-2126}} | 2021-2026 | Full shock-and-spring kit, roughly 2" to 2.75" | | {{part:SUS-ROUGHCOUNTRY-2LIFT}} | 2021-2026 | Fixed 2" lift kit |
{{part:SUS-BIL-5100-FRONT-2WD-2126}} does a similar job through snap-ring adjustment rather than a spacer, up to about 2.75" per Bilstein's own spec. That part is split into separate SKUs by drivetrain and model year, so match yours before ordering.
If you're on a PowerBoost hybrid, skip the generic EcoBoost kits. {{part:SUS-TRUXXX-2IN-2126PB}} is built specifically for the hybrid's extra curb weight and installs at the factory strut mounts, no cutting.
Mid lift kits (3" to 3.5")
This is the range where you're adding real ground clearance, not just leveling the stance.
| Kit | Years | What it does | |---|---|---| | {{part:RL-SST-1520}} | 2015-2020 | 3.5" front / roughly 2" rear, front and rear | | {{part:RL-SST21-2126}} | 2021-2026 | 3.5" front, Falcon 2.1 monotube struts, adjustable rear | | {{part:SUS-SKYJACKER-3UCA-2126}} | 2021-2026 | 3" lift via upper control arms and shocks, excludes CCD and BlueCruise trucks |
The Skyjacker kit uses control arms instead of spacers, which is the more common way to keep factory-like geometry and suspension travel at this height.
Big lift kits (5" to 6")
At this height you're running the biggest tires the truck can clear, and most of these call for a professional install.
| Kit | Years | What it does | |---|---|---| | {{part:SUS-BDS-6LIFT-2126}} | 2021-2026 | 6" lift, excludes CCD and Tremor trucks | | {{part:RL-BIGLIFT6-1520}} | 2015-2020 | 6" front and rear, includes SST3000 rear shocks | | {{part:RL-MAX33-2124}} | 2021-2024 | 6" front and rear, Falcon 3.3 coilovers, excludes Raptor/CCD/2WD | | {{part:SUS-SUPERLIFT-6KING-2126}} | 2021-2026 | 6" lift with King coilovers | | {{part:SUS-DEAVER-5LEAF-1520}} | 2015-2020 | 5" rear leaf spring, rear only, pair with a front kit |
ReadyLift's own spec for the Big Lift 6 kit says a 20x9 wheel at 0 offset clears their recommended 295/65R20 (35") tire, and that's also what they used to test-fit a 37" tire, though that may need trimming. BDS wants at least an 18" wheel and 5-5.5" of backspacing, and says stock 17"/18" wheels won't go back on. Superlift's own listing has a labeling inconsistency between offset and backspacing on this kit, so confirm wheel fitment with them directly before you order wheels for it.
Shocks and coilovers without a height change
Not every upgrade here adds lift. Some of these are just better dampers at stock height, or pair with a leveling kit you already bought.
| Part | Type | Notes | |---|---|---| | {{part:SUS-BIL-4600-OEM-2126}} | Front + rear set | Direct OE replacement, stock ride height | | {{part:SUS-BIL-5160-REAR}} | Rear shock | Remote reservoir, pairs with a front leveling kit | | {{part:SUS-FOX-20-FRONT-2126-4WD}} | Front coilover | Adjustable ride height, 4WD 2021-2026 | | {{part:SUS-ICON-STAGE1-2125}} | Front + rear system | Coilover and shock combo, up to 2.75" | | {{part:SUS-KING-25COILOVER-1526}} | Front coilover | Build-to-spec by valving and spring rate | | {{part:SUS-COGNITO-UCA-2125}} | Upper control arms | Uniball joints, needed for bigger lift heights |
The King coilover is built to order, so the catalog doesn't publish a price for it. Everything else on this page does.
Raptor and Raptor R
Raptor suspension is its own ecosystem because the truck ships with Fox Live Valve electronic shocks from the factory, and most upgrades are built to work with that system rather than replace it.
{{part:EIB-GEN3RAPTOR-PLK}} is a springs-only kit for the Gen 3 Raptor that keeps the factory Fox shocks in place. For the Raptor R specifically, {{part:EIB-RAPR-PLK-FR}} lifts the front 2.5" and rear 1.5" while staying compatible with the factory Fox Live Valve shocks. {{part:SUS-HELLWIG-SWAYBAR-RAPR}} is a rear sway bar for Raptor and Raptor R - flagging this one as thin: it was only captured from a collection listing rather than a full product page, so double check the fitment details before buying.
Diesel (3.0L Power Stroke) and PowerBoost hybrid
The diesel-powered F-150 (Gen 2 in this catalog, covering various years between 2015 and 2021 depending on the part) carries different front weight than the gas trucks, and a couple of suppliers built parts specifically for that.
{{part:SUS-ICON-K93081-1520-30PS}} is ICON's Stage 1 system with a reduced lift range on Power Stroke trucks (0-2.13" versus 0-2.63" on gas models) because ICON engineered around the diesel's weight. {{part:SUS-READYLIFT-66-2215-1520-30PS}} is ReadyLift's 2.25" leveling kit rated for the diesel, and {{part:SUS-BILSTEIN-33-253190-1521-30PS}} is a rear shock pair sized to pair with a leveling kit like that one.
On the PowerBoost hybrid, the extra battery and motor weight (roughly 440 lbs more than a gas-only F-150, per Air Lift) is why {{part:SUS-AIRLIFT-LL5000-2123PB}} exists as a separate rear air spring kit sized for that curb weight, distinct from the standard kit for non-hybrid trucks.
Before you order
Check three things before you buy any lift or leveling kit: your exact trim (several kits here exclude CCD, Tremor, or BlueCruise-equipped trucks), your wheel offset and backspacing against the kit's fitment notes, and whether the install needs an alignment afterward. Kits at 5" and up generally call for a shop install given the difficulty ratings in this catalog.
Ride height changes can affect headlight aim, bumper height rules, and how a dealer or insurer treats your warranty. Those are legal and contractual questions that depend on your state and your specific warranty terms, not something this guide can answer - check with your dealer and, if it's a real concern, an attorney before you commit to a big lift.