Eibach R&D for Lightning lowering kit, leveling kit and lift kit -- submit your input

[Downs08]

I was able to get a hold of the prototype lowering springs. I am thinking of lowering the truck just to give some feedback.

Only hesitation I’m having is my wheel and Tire setup, I’m thinking because of the width and offset (9.5 +15) it is going to rub. I’ll post pics comparing the lowering springs to the stock springs later.

The lift kit has been great! Very little change in range and the truck is very stable in corners, on the road, going through dips, rough patches, basically anything you throw at it.

I did put on my new tire and wheel setup which affected range, now to figure out whether it’s the tire or wheels spec that affects range the most.

Do you know the specs on the lowering springs? ie. amount of drop front and rear

 

[F150ROD]

Do you know the specs on the lowering springs? ie. amount of drop front and rear

I'll ask but I believe its 3 or 4" in the rear and close to 1" in the front

 

[Downs08]

That’s exactly what I’m wanting. Icon Vehicle Dynamics is supposed to have theirs with a month. I’m not sure if I’m willing to wait 4-5 months for Eibach’s.

 

[Nick O'Teen]

I'll ask but I believe its 3 or 4" in the rear and close to 1" in the front

That sounds fantastic to me. I cannot wait to put a kit like that on my Platinum.

 

[brtnstrns]

Any new behind-the-scenes scoop on the lowering springs?

 

[mr.Magoo]

Those old enough might get the reference, but I think it's a case of...

 

[F150ROD]

lol……

They are in the final fitting stage, meaning they have a finished product just need to make sure every fits and works as intended .

As for the prototypes, the Stage 1 is outstanding…..

I’ll get the lowering springs installed on soon enough. The problem is I am not sure if 20x9.5 with OEM Spec tires will end up rubbing or not. I am also not willing to sacrifice the comfort level of the current setup. Give me a couple of weeks and I’ll have them installed to test them out.

 

[eRockBoon]

As for the prototypes, the Stage 1 is outstanding…..

And stage 2 is still cancelled for the time being?

 

[F150ROD]

And stage 2 is still cancelled for the time being?

Yeah, as far as I know

 

[eRockBoon]

Yeah, as far as I know

I am curious if Icon Vehicle Dynamics’ lift kit will be adjustable—several ICE F-150 kits are. Either way I am glad to see that Eibach has something for the Lightning’s weird IRS.

 

[eRockBoon]

Icon’s lowering kit for those interested in going down to the ground.

https://www.iconvehicledynamics.com...ing--35-0-stage-4-lowering-suspension-system/

 

[doolin64]

Icon’s lowering kit for those interested in going down to the ground.

https://www.iconvehicledynamics.com/accessory/24648/icon-accessories-22-23-ford-f150-lightning--35-0-stage-4-lowering-suspension-system/

Ouch...$7.2k.

 

[eRockBoon]

Ouch...$7.2k.

I am sure the ride is very nice!

 

[csukoh78]

Spoke with Icon, the suspension kit won't ship until November/December. Buts it's a ground up design and adjustable on the fly. Sounds nice. I'll bet it rides as well as any lowered suspension possible could. But $7k? OOOF.

 

[eRockBoon]

Spoke with Icon, the suspension kit won't ship until November/December. Buts it's a ground up design and adjustable on the fly. Sounds nice. I'll bet it rides as well as any lowered suspension possible could. But $7k? OOOF.

I am hoping for a similar lift kit!

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