The popularity of lowered trucks especially the 2003 Ford F150 Lowered has been a trend for years, mainly because they look great. In addition to looking good, lowering the F-150 handle turns better, has better aerodynamics, and presents less rollover risk.
Of course, there are some trade-offs with this modification: Lowered trucks can be costly in the long run if it voids your warranty or leads to bottoming out; it reduces their capacity for hauling and carrying heavy loads when you tow them too much.
If you want to lower your truck, there are a few different ways you can do so. Which way is best for you will depend on how much of a drop in height provides the perfect amount of clearance or if it’s accomplished by lowering only one side or just the front.
You may want to factor this into your decision when looking at what method will work best for your specific needs as well as how much money and skill level goes into doing it yourself versus professional installation costs.
This truck is lowered using a combination of drop springs and airbags. It’s a daily driver, so the goal was to lower it just enough to improve the look without sacrificing ride quality or function.
The result is a truck that sits about 2″ lower in the front and 3″ lower in the rear, with a much-improved stance.
The airbags allow the truck to be raised up when needed for clearance and also help to level out the load when hauling a heavy trailer. Overall, this is a great way to lower your pickup truck without sacrificing function or ride quality.
Leveling your F-150 – 2″ to 3″
This is perhaps the most popular way to lower an F-150, as it lowers the front end by 2” to 3” and provides a level look. You can achieve this by installing coil spring spacers or drop shocks in the front.
The rear is then lowered with either lowering blocks or air shocks. This method is popular because it’s relatively inexpensive and easy to do, although it can lead to a harsher ride.
Lowering Springs
One of the most popular methods for lowering an F-150 is to install lowering springs. This will lower your truck anywhere from 1” to 3”, depending on the spring that’s installed.
You can also find coil springs that are designed specifically for lowered trucks which will help improve your ride at the back as well as the front.
In addition, there are a few different types of lowering springs available, including:
Coil spring spacers
These fit between the coil spring and the frame in your 2003 Ford F150 Lowered, and they’re generally less expensive than other methods. They’re also easy to install, although they can lead to a harsher ride.
Drop shocks
These are designed to be used with lowered trucks and will help improve the ride quality. They’re generally more expensive than coil spring spacers, but they’re worth it if you want a better ride.
Lowering Blocks
Another popular method for lowering an F-150 is to install lowering blocks in the rear. This lowers the rear of the truck by 2” to 3”, which gives it a level look. Lowering blocks are relatively inexpensive and easy to install, although they can lead to a harsher ride.
Air Shocks
Air shocks are another popular method for lowering an F-150. This lowers the rear of the truck by 2” to 3”, which gives it a level look. Air shocks are more expensive than lowering blocks, but they offer a better ride quality.
Dropping your truck – 3″ or more
If you want to lower your truck by 3” or more, you’ll need to install drop shocks in the front and either lowering blocks or air shocks in the rear. This method is more expensive and difficult to do, but it will give you a much lower look.
It’s also worth noting that dropping your truck by 3” or more will likely void your warranty.
Lowering one side – 1″ to 2″
If you want to lower just one side of your truck, you can install a coil spring spacer or a drop shock on the side that you want to lower. This is generally done to compensate for a load that’s unevenly distributed, such as when you’re carrying a heavy load in the bed of your truck.
It’s also worth noting that lowering one side of your truck can lead to a harsher ride.
Big Drops – 4″+ to 6″+
If you want to go for a really low look, you can drop your truck by 4” or more. This is done by installing lowering springs in the front and either lowering blocks or air shocks in the rear. This method is more expensive and difficult to do, but it will give you a much lower look.
It’s also worth noting that dropping your truck by 4” or more will likely void your warranty.
Slamming your truck – 2″ or less
If you want to get a really low look, you can “slam” your truck by lowering it by 2” or less. This is done by installing coil spring spacers or drop shocks in the front and either lowering blocks or air shocks in the rear.
This method is more expensive and difficult to do, but it will give you a much lower look. It’s also worth noting that dropping your truck by 2” or less will likely void your warranty.
As you can see, there are a number of different ways that you can lower your F-150. Which method you choose will depend on your budget, your goals, and your level of expertise.
If you’re not sure which method is right for you, we recommend talking to a professional or doing some research online before making a decision.
Whichever method you choose, lowering your F-150 can be a great way to improve its look and performance.
97-03 f150 4/6 drop kit
This is a complete lowering kit that will drop your 97-03 f150 on 4/6. The kit includes:
- 2” Front Drop Springs
- 2” Rear Drop Shocks
- 2” Rear Lowering Blocks
All of the hardware is needed for installation.
This kit will lower your truck by 2” in the front and 2” in the rear, giving it a level look. The kit is easy to install and is relatively inexpensive.
I hope this guide has helped you enough to know all about the 2003 Ford F150 Lowered.
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