Recommended Suspension System for a 2011 Ford F-150 FX4 with a 6 Inch Lift

Published 02/25/2015

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Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System

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Lift Spacers for Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Vehicles w/ 6" Lift

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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle

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Question:

I was wanting to see if there was a air spring kit that would work with my lifted truck. I have a 2011 f150 fx4 that has a 6 lift kit on it. Im open to air kit or timberlin kit. Thank you

asked by: Michael

Expert Reply:

I recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite air helper springs # F2525 because they have a load-leveling capacity of at least 3,200 pounds up to 5,000 pounds. You can adjust the air pressure between 5 psi to 100 psi.

Note that air springs will not increase your weight capacity and I recommend checking your owners manual for the recommended weight limit.

If your 2011 Ford F-150 FX4 has a suspension lift (the axle further away from the frame than stock), I recommend you get Firestone lift spacers # F2375 because they allow air springs # F2525 to be installed. They attach between the bottom of the lower bracket and the bottom of the air spring. However, if you have a body lift you will not need any spacers.

I included a installation video for the Firestone air springs for you to look at.

expert reply by: Chris B