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and what were your impressions?

 

I bought my truck and leveled it like 6 hours after buying it.  I don't remember what it rode like stock, since it has been 2+ years.  Always had leveled trucks/SUVs, so I am used to the ride/way they handle.  After driving my dad's new stock F150, it kind of made me want that stock ride.  I don't have any reason to have a leveled truck, other than the fact that I like the look.

 

Thinking of dropping it back down to stock, but I am wondering if anyone else did the same thing and how they liked the ride difference?

 

I know it is the same as coming from stock to leveled, as far as difference goes, but the actual reaction of going from leveled rougher ride to stock, is a little different than going from plush ride to rougher/stern ride.. if that makes sense?

 

My other dilemma, I am going to have to go and trade tires somewhere.  Have 275/65/20s right now, which will be too big for stock (I think).  Going to go trade for some 275/60/20 Wrangler SRA pulloffs or something similar.

 

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Interesting idea.  I believe your stock size was 275/55/20 (or equivalent if non-original wheels) which will be posted inside your driver's door.  I think your truck looks really good with its current setup, but if you can be happy with a factory look, I am sure you'll be happy with the improved ride and fuel economy.   If you are going to spend the time and money to make the change, I'd spend a little more and buy decent highway tires.  Get a new set of Michelins along with an alignment and you'll be driving a Sedan DeVille!  

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3 minutes ago, Donstar said:

Interesting idea.  I believe your stock size was 275/55/20 (or equivalent if non-original wheels) which will be posted inside your driver's door.  I think your truck looks really good with its current setup, but if you can be happy with a factory look, I am sure you'll be happy with the improved ride and fuel economy.   If you are going to spend the time and money to make the change, I'd spend a little more and buy decent highway tires.  Get a new set of Michelins along with an alignment and you'll be driving a Sedan DeVille!  

That is my reasoning behind it.  I drive my truck a lot more now/longer distances.  I want it to ride like a dream.  Only reason I mentioned 275/60 is for more sidewall, but more sidewall doesn't always equal better ride.  I will check the Michelins out.  Thanks for the input!

 

I also sold the Amp steps off of it, because I thought I was trading the truck in.  Then I got lowballed twice and both cars I was looking at were overpriced.  Now I have a leveled truck with big tires, and no steps.  4 month pregnant wife isn't happy, lol.  Instead of adding steps again, I am wanting to explore going back down to stock, since I think I will like the ride/handling better.  I need to find a stock Silverado to drive I guess, and base my thoughts off that.  Just don't have time to do that right now. 

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Taking the level out is going to drop it at most 2 inches, not sure if that will help with getting in easier.

You may need running boards. Look on local CL and facebook marketplace. Usually there are a lot of oem ones for sale.

Tires make a big difference, also shocks.. if yours are worn out.

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44 minutes ago, Ozer said:

Taking the level out is going to drop it at most 2 inches, not sure if that will help with getting in easier.

You may need running boards. Look on local CL and facebook marketplace. Usually there are a lot of oem ones for sale.

Tires make a big difference, also shocks.. if yours are worn out.

Plan on dropping the leveling kit out and going back down to stock size tires.  Should drop it 4-5", I hope. 

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Congratulations on the family news!   Ozer is correct about the need for steps.  I have a stock '15 SLE on 17's and my son has a '14 High Country on 20's in factory condition.  My son has a young family.  (This makes me and my wife "not young".)  You will more than likely need running boards to keep family peace!

aseibel Senior Enthusiast

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29 minutes ago, jegreenwood14 said:

Plan on dropping the leveling kit out and going back down to stock size tires.  Should drop it 4-5", I hope. 

you won't see that much drop. Maybe if you measure at the front bumper you'd be close to 4". But where your wife gets in the door is between the tires, that will only drop 2-3" tops.

 

I personally like the rubber to wheel ratio on the OEM 18"s. You can find a good deal on some take-offs, or trade your wheels straight up for someone looking to go bigger. Going back to stock size P rated tires will surely be a noticeable improvement.

 

my 3 and a half year old son and almost 5 year old daughter can climb into my truck without any step. In fact, just last night I got yelled at for trying to help them! Its going to come down to how tall your wife is and if she deems the steps worth having.

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2 hours ago, jegreenwood14 said:

and what were your impressions?

 

I bought my truck and leveled it like 6 hours after buying it.  I don't remember what it rode like stock, since it has been 2+ years.  Always had leveled trucks/SUVs, so I am used to the ride/way they handle.  After driving my dad's new stock F150, it kind of made me want that stock ride.  I don't have any reason to have a leveled truck, other than the fact that I like the look.

 

Thinking of dropping it back down to stock, but I am wondering if anyone else did the same thing and how they liked the ride difference?

 

I know it is the same as coming from stock to leveled, as far as difference goes, but the actual reaction of going from leveled rougher ride to stock, is a little different than going from plush ride to rougher/stern ride.. if that makes sense?

 

My other dilemma, I am going to have to go and trade tires somewhere.  Have 275/65/20s right now, which will be too big for stock (I think).  Going to go trade for some 275/60/20 Wrangler SRA pulloffs or something similar.

 

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No input on the stock vs leveled. But whatever you do, dont buy wrangler SRA's. Theres a whole thread about how much they suck. I have them and hate them as well.

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My 2015 truck is a bit lower than stock, 2/4 drop and I still have Go Rhino tubular bars and can't imagine getting in and out without them. I'm 6"1". How tall is your pregnant wife? :) And yes I'm old but...…..still......

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2 hours ago, aseibel said:

my 3 and a half year old son and almost 5 year old daughter can climb into my truck without any step. In fact, just last night I got yelled at for trying to help them! Its going to come down to how tall your wife is and if she deems the steps worth having.

I agree that young children and young adults won't have a problem.  However, if Op's wife is bothered with a leveled truck at 4 months, she will likely be equally upset at stock height in a month or two.  I started adding steps to my trucks when my parents and in-laws started to struggle getting into my trucks.  Now it's me! ? 

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