I'm thinking about buying a 2003 F-150 reg cab V-6, nothing special sort of pickup. I would like to lower it, but I also want to carry the bird around in the bed safely and without sagging in the rear.

Does anybody have any experiece in this area?

From what I read, the stock 2003 lightning suspension can handle a 1400lb payload, so I may just install those components or similar.


Input anybody?


Bueller?

Deacon has a good point. You could even prob' find what you need on ebay. I didn't drop my S-10 because of the same reason. If I were to lower it 2'' , that would be that much less suspension travel it would have when loaded. As you know , S-10's are 1/2 ton rated, but let me tell ya' , that 1/2 ton must be a light one. The XX put's the truck down quite a bit.

Lower it....

Just make sure you put AIR BAGS on it. :wink:

That way you can adjust the truck to each payload.... if and when you load it. :)

Bags might not be a bad idea. If i toughen up the suspension enough to handle the bird, it'll probably ride like crap.

I like the idea of being able to vary the load capability, I must look into this...

And adjustable shocks.

Then you'll have the perfect set-up for what ever you need to do. :D

lowerd My Dads 72 Chevy.... the Bags were really nice when he wanted to haul a 1/2 ton of firewood. Put a little air in.... good to go. Unload the truck.. take a little air out.... beautiful.

Loved the ride.