NON-Raptor Suspension Thread?

[CactusJack]

We dont have a non-Raptor suspension thread (or any other breakout thread like for the Raptor Community)

How do we go about getting those started? I am really pushing to get suspension on this truck so I can get better tires for winter. But also, a similar breakout would be awesome for us lowly non-Raptor owners!

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[Administrator]

Towed to "Suspension / Chassis" (non-Raptor) section.

 

[CactusJack]

Towed to "Suspension / Chassis" (non-Raptor) section.

Thank you! It's a little more difficult to find compared to the Raptor section

 

[CactusJack]

As stated above, I'm really hunting for a suspension setup for my FX4 Ranger. I still can't really find anything available from the main manufacturers even after reaching out to them.

My needs are:

• 2"-4" Lift
• Replacement Shocks/Strut
• Coils and Leaf pack

I plan on towing in the future, so nothing overly nose-high or squishy. But I would like an improvement in bumpy ride quality.

Shouldn't be too much to ask for, right??

 

[JR RANGER]

We dont have a non-Raptor suspension thread (or any other breakout thread like for the Raptor Community)

How do we go about getting those started? I am really pushing to get suspension on this truck so I can get better tires for winter. But also, a similar breakout would be awesome for us lowly non-Raptor owners!

I agree. 2024 Ranger XLT FX4 4X4.
JR

 

[HighDesertRanger]

As stated above, I'm really hunting for a suspension setup for my FX4 Ranger. I still can't really find anything available from the main manufacturers even after reaching out to them.

My needs are:

• 2"-4" Lift
• Replacement Shocks/Strut
• Coils and Leaf pack

I plan on towing in the future, so nothing overly nose-high or squishy. But I would like an improvement in bumpy ride quality.

Shouldn't be too much to ask for, right??

Australia has a ton available. None seem to have hit US shores yet.

I think Rough Country has a suspension available (for whatever that's worth) and fordrangerlifts.com has their leveling kit.

 

[CactusJack]

Australia has a ton available. None seem to have hit US shores yet.

I think Rough Country has a suspension available (for whatever that's worth) and fordrangerlifts.com has their leveling kit.

Yeah I'm gonna pass on rough country lol. Bad rep of blowing shock seals. And the guy from fordrangerlifts.com never responded to any of my (3) attempts to contact him so he's getting a from me.

I've been looking at the AUS stuff, Dobinsons is popular out there but nothing shown on their US site for these trucks specifically. I may reach out to them too. No response from BDS or Bilstein.

 

[HighDesertRanger]

Yeah I'm gonna pass on rough country lol. Bad rep of blowing shock seals. And the guy from fordrangerlifts.com never responded to any of my (3) attempts to contact him so he's getting a from me.

I've been looking at the AUS stuff, Dobinsons is popular out there but nothing shown on their US site for these trucks specifically. I may reach out to them too. No response from BDS or Bilstein.

I've been looking at the same. Dobinsons is very popular in Australia but doesn't seem to be available up here. Same with Iron Man (at least so far). ARB teased a suspension back in January but so far nothing.

 

[Alaska Steve]

... No response from BDS or Bilstein.

From BDS on 7/31/24
“Re: 2024 Ford Ranger Lariat FX4 2.7L Leveling Kit
We have several lift options in the works for the new model years. That said, due to company policy, we can't get into new product development details as far as pricing, options, expected release date, etc. Once kits are on the shelf ready to ship, we'll send out an announcement and begin promoting on our website and other media outlets.

You can also check our vehicle list to see if you have something we are looking for. That can be found here:https://blog.sporttruckusainc.com/vehicles-wanted/

Follow along on all of our social media platforms for all future updates! You can also sign up for our newsletter here:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/Prbr8Ao/BDSRetailSignUp”

Bottom line, they’re looking for a donor truck for 3-weeks to develop and test in Michigan.

 

[CactusJack]

From BDS on 7/31/24
“Re: 2024 Ford Ranger Lariat FX4 2.7L Leveling Kit
We have several lift options in the works for the new model years. That said, due to company policy, we can't get into new product development details as far as pricing, options, expected release date, etc. Once kits are on the shelf ready to ship, we'll send out an announcement and begin promoting on our website and other media outlets.

You can also check our vehicle list to see if you have something we are looking for. That can be found here:https://blog.sporttruckusainc.com/vehicles-wanted/

Follow along on all of our social media platforms for all future updates! You can also sign up for our newsletter here:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/Prbr8Ao/BDSRetailSignUp”

Bottom line, they’re looking for a donor truck for 3-weeks to develop and test in Michigan.

Nice, that's more than they gave me when I asked. Wish I was any bit closer and I would offer mine up, but that's like 20 hours drive each way for me haha.

 

[Alaska Steve]

Nice, that's more than they gave me when I asked. Wish I was any bit closer and I would offer mine up, but that's like 20 hours drive each way for me haha.

Yeah, it’s a bit of a drive for me too…

 

[CactusJack]

Yeah, it’s a bit of a drive for me too…

Username checks out... lol

 

[Krudo]

I noticed AmericanTrucks.com has the Fox 2.0 stage 1 https://www.americantrucks.com/ford-performance-ranger-off-road-20-suspension-kit-m-18000-ra.html lift kit tagged as compatible with 2024 - I have it installed on my old 2021 which was totaled, I am tempted to bring this to a shop and try to have them swap it over to my new truck... anyone had a chance to verify this will fit? Appears fitment should but curious on the length.

 

[Krudo]

Well got my answer direct from FOX:

2024 Ford Ranger has new specifications, longer, for front coil overs and rear shocks. New product ETA is approximately 18 months.

2019-23 Product will not provide lift or desired ride quality.

 

[CactusJack]

Well got my answer direct from FOX:

18 MONTHS?!?! Sooo Fox has zero interest in this platform, K got it

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