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Recommended Suspension Enhancement for 2016 Ford F-150 XLT Crew Cab Towing 20 Foot Pontoon Boat  

Updated 05/03/2022 | Published 05/02/2022



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I have a 20 foot pontoon boat that I tow with my 2WD 2016 F150 XLT Crew Cab. I am within the towing capacity but may be closer to the top end. I do not like how the truck handles when the suspension is heavily loaded. I have a lift block in the rear and lift struts in the front. Will the RAS help me with my towing/handling issues?

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The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit will definitely help improve your ride and handling on your 2016 Ford F-150. Since you have the 2WD you need the # RAS3611-B. This will help reduce sway and sag while eliminating axle wrap, wheel hop, and bottoming out. The RAS also helps improve the life of your suspensions and tires.

Although this is a good option, the best solution would be to add a weight distribution hitch with sway control. More than likely you have a pole-tongue so you can use an adapter like the # EQ95-01-5950 to make this work. When it comes to weight distribution, tongue weight is the most important factor. Ideally you want your tongue weight to fall into the middle of the range of the hitch.

If your tongue weight is 400 lbs or less you can use the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37040ET. For 200-600 lbs of tongue weight you would need the # EQ37061ET along with the shank # EQ90-02-4100. For 600-1,000 lbs you would need the # EQ37100ET. All of these will keep you level and also reduce sway and improve your ride while towing.

I have attached some review videos along with some helpful articles for your reference.

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