Stryker Off Road Design
2.5" F450 LEVELING KIT FOR 2005 TO 2023 SUPER DUTY
2.5" F450 LEVELING KIT FOR 2005 TO 2023 SUPER DUTY
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Stryker is proud of our 2.5" F450 Ford Identity Series Leveling Kit / Lift Spacer kits! This kit includes a rugged, stylish all steel spacer that provides 2.5" of lift height. Our Identity Series line includes Machined Aluminum Faceplates to create a unique, stunning appearance.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This leveling kit was Manufactured in the USA and has been ENGINEERED for superior Quality, Reliability and Style to match your truck. Check out our Industrial Grade 360 degree "SAFETY Weld" spacers as an indication that we value your safety first.
Black on black is default, polished and other colors can also be ordered.
OPTIONAL SHOCK UPGRADES
Stryker's 2.5" F450 F550 leveling kit does not require upgrading your shocks if they are still comfortably within their useful life.
With the shock extension brackets included in this kit the standard F450 F550 Super Duty OEM Shocks can comfortably operate with this 2.5" leveling kit and continue to provide you with that excellent Super Duty ride you expect.
Stryker offers shock upgrades if your driving conditions exceed the standard OEM shocks sweet spot for off road terrain or towing or if your shock is nearing its useful expected operating life. The industry consensus is that with heavy use, you could be looking to replace them at 40,000 or 50,000 miles or sooner. Under normal conditions, 75,000 to 90,000 miles might be reasonable. We have provided a range of shocks for you to consider.
SHOCK OPTIONS |
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Stryker ORD-Level 1 
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Stryker's ORD (Off Road Design) Level 1 Shock upgrade are a silver powdered 2.0 body with a nice decal (color coated to the lift options you choose). These offer 10-stage variable valving and are a nitrogen charged shock. This is a great shock for the money. With the variable valving, these can react to on road and off road conditions. They offer a great ride and carry a 3-year warranty!
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Stryker ORD-Level 2 Bilstein
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This Stryker ORD Level 2 Shock upgrade is a special ordered Bilstein monotube shock that we stock exclusively for our kits. These deliver the performance Bilstein is known for. We took this shock to another level by taking the existing zinc plating, adding our own 3M clear protective film (as we found their zinc plating just wasn’t enough protection), then we choose a decal color that matches the lift color options you chose.
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Stryker ORD-Level 3 RC Monotube  |
Stryker's ORD Level 3 Monotube Shock these are a T6061 brushed aluminum bodied monotube shock. These would best be described as equivalent to a Fox monotube. They have an internal floating piston for a very consistent performance. With these having an aluminum body, these bodies can never rust. These carry a 3 year warranty as well.
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Stryker ORD-Level 4 Fox 2.0 IFP  |
This Level 4 is a Fox 2.0 Performance Series, IFP impact extruded, CNC machined 6061-T6 clear anodized aluminum one-piece body resists rust over time. Black-anodized, CNC-machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum ends. The shaft is 5/8" hard chrome plated heat treated alloy steel.
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Stryker ORD-Level 5 Fox 2.0 IFP Reservoir  |
This Level 5 Fox 2.0 Performance Series Reservoir, IFP aluminum smooth body shock delivers FOX's industry leading and race dominating performance in an affordable, hassle-free bolt on package. Its heat reducing design includes a metal impacted clear anodized aluminum shock body that dissipates heat faster than a conventional steel body shock. Its external reservoir allows for increase oil and nitrogen capacity while delivering a striking race look. The included black anodized reservoir mounting clamp and other components are CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum. The race developed high flow damping piston matched with application specific vavling provides the Performance Series 2.0 Reservoir shock a predicable ride quality capable of handling the roughest road conditions.
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Stryker is proud of our 2.5" F450 Leveling Kit for your Super Duty Truck! This kit includes rugged, stylish Steel spacers that provide 2.5" of lift height. Our Identity Series line includes Machined Aluminum Faceplates to create a unique, stunning appearance.
The addition of Stryker's OEM style optional cast iron track bar relocation bracket assists with correcting your truck's track width after the 2.5" front lift.
This kit was Manufactured in the USA and has been ENGINEERED for superior Quality, Reliability and Style to match your truck.
LEVELING KIT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.
WHY ARE LEVELING KITS SO MUCH LESS EXPENSIVE THAN LIFT KITS?
Leveling kits max out at 2.5" of lift. To lift a truck above 3" or more often requires brackets and other components to allow the steering and drivetrain of your Super Duty to function correctly.
The least expensive leveling kits usually don’t adjust for the the changes in front steering and suspension geometry caused by the 2.5" lift.
Stryker's leveling kits offer the Track Bar Relocation Bracket optional.
- Eliminate steering or tracking issues that may be experienced after leveling.
- Center the front axle for more efficient alignment
- Retains the OEM factory ride after your 2.5" lift as much as possible.
WHAT IS THE LARGEST TIRE I CAN USE ON A LEVELING KIT?
With a 2.5" leveling kit, tires that are one to two sizes larger than stock are candidates.
Truck use is a major consideration. A street driven Super Duty may never experience tire rub with a 2.5" leveling kit and your tire selection. That same combination could be intolerable off-road when the sway bars become disconnected and the suspension is articulated.
Most leveling kit manufacturers offer tire size guidelines and some even provide wheel backspacing recommendations.
SHOULD I UPGRADE MY SHOCKS?
Your choice depends on several considerations. If you still have your original OEM shocks and they have 25,000 or more miles on them you may consider new shocks with the installation of a suspension leveling kit. If you chose to use your existing shocks most leveling kits include shock extenders. 2.5" of lift from your leveling kit will still maintain a shock travel acceptable for your OEM shocks.
If your chose to add a much heavier or larger Off Road Tire you should consider upgrading to performance shocks, which will help control the heavier, larger diameter tires over rough surfaces. You might even be a candidate for a dual steering stabilizer.
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WILL I NEED AN ALIGNMENT AFTER INSTALLING THE LEVELING KIT?
Yes, Super Dutys can benefit from an alignment after the installation of a leveling kit. Of special note is that the Super Duty's solid-axle can typically get by with centering the steering wheel with an adjustment using your drag link.
You may also require caster adjustment for proper handling and road manners. Many leveling kits include the components to do this. Proper alignment will avoid poor handling and premature wear of the tires.
DO I NEED TO LIFT THE REAR AFTER INSTALLING A LEVELING KIT?
Lifting the rear suspension defeats the styling benefits of a leveling kit. But there is no consensus to the need for addressing the truck geometry if you occasionally need to carry a heavy load (typically greater than 500 pounds). The concern centers on the nose of the truck lifting. For those instances, many Super Duty users suggest investigating an adjustable Rear Airbag Lift. Stryker has several recommendations for its's F450 Leveling and Lift Kit customers. Please contact us.
STEEL OR ALUMINUM VS. POLYURETHANE COIL SPACERS?
Several Leveling Kit vendors make a case that polyurethane spacers slightly deaden chassis noise better than aluminum or steel coil spacers.
There is some consensus (shared by Stryker Design Engineers) that factory OEM rubber coil isolator does this job well unassisted.
Stryker powder coats it's spacers to address damage specific to automotive fluids and road chemicals removing any cosmetic advantage of Polyurethane. And there is certainly consensus that Steel is the strongest of the 3 options. Especially when it is USA Steel!
HOW HARD IS IT TO INSTALL A LEVELING KIT?
An F450 leveling kit is considered the simplest kit to install at home. Most leveling kits only need a variety of common hand tools, a floor jack, and jack stands rated for your F450.
RUGGED STYLE!
Our relentless focus on RUGGED STYLE™ for our Off Road Designs is often best represented in our customer's builds. Our latest success is exhibited in the new Diesel Brothers™ "Night Train" vision shown below! Using our latest “RAD” series (RADIUS ARM DROP) F450 SUPER DUTY SUSPENSION LIFT KIT they were able to transform their Diesel Super Duty F450 into an AWESOME creation. This rugged build for their November Truck Giveaway is deserving of the name "NIGHT TRAIN".
Because after the Stylish Stryker Lift Kit Upgrades it STILL PULLS LIKE A TRAIN!
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KIT CONTENTS:
- 2.5” F450 Identity Series coil spacers
- Sway bar drop brackets
- Bumpstop extensions (anodized aluminum)
- Brakeline extensions
- Front shock extensions
FITMENT:
- 2005-2023 F450 4WD (gas or diesel)
UPGRADES:
- Track Bar Relocation Bracket
- Adjustable track in lieu of the relocation bracket
- 2.0 silver powdered shocks with 3 year warranty (in lieu of shock extensions)
- Bilstein 5100 shocks (in lieu of shock extensions)
- Identity Series radius arm faceplates
Note: "This kit has been engineered to re-use the factory rubber isolator as it's the best material for the job" Stryker Design Team
