Ideas for mods

[higgledy]

This is my 2021 XLT 5.0. I want to make some mods to make it more aggressive looking. Tires, wheels, and leveling kit to start. But nothing that will change its ride, handling, or noise level. It currently sits on 275/65R18. I'd also like to tone down the chrome. Anyone have ideas? Thank you.

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[EL5_Zero]

This is my 2021 XLT 5.0. I want to make some mods to make it more aggressive looking. Tires, wheels, and leveling kit to start. But nothing that will change its ride, handling, or noise level. It currently sits on 275/65R18. I'd also like to tone down the chrome. Anyone have ideas? Thank you.

Any vehicle you change suspension, wheels, tires WILL change the way it feels from stock. There is always a compromise to modifications. Even a small front strut spacer with stock struts will make the truck feel a bit "loose" when turning due to the higher center of gravity. Wheel and tire size also change the softness/firmness of the truck's suspension. The mods with the least amount of change from stock with more aggressive look would be 2.5" front level kit (bilstein/fox struts) with matching rear shocks, 17" wheels with 33" All terrain tires like (BFG KO2, Wildpeaks, Open Country).

This opinion if from someone that has modified F150's with lowering kits running 24" wheels, all the way up to 8" lifts on 37's.

 

[MJG44]

As soon as you alter the suspension and add A/T tires, ride comfort and noise will differ from stock, likely for the worse.

 

[jakearb]

If you don't want to change ride, handling, or noise then leave it stock. Like above, even changing to a more aggressive A/T tire will add road noise.

 

[Riddick]

I would say either a set of fox or eibach coilovers are going to give you the closest ride to factory. From what I've read on here the bilsteins are a tad stiff compared to stock. I personally run the eibach and absolutely love them. However, opinions are going to vary from person to person.

To maintain good ride quality stay away from any E-rated tire. Id recommend a 275/70/18, OE size that comes on the Tremor. If you are after a different set of wheels then you have hundreds to choose from. Although, you may be surprised on how good the truck looks with a small lift and a good set of tires on it..... Even with the stock chrome wheels.

Another thing to consider would be finding a paint matched front bumper and some painted door handles. This would reduce the chrome tremendously and give the truck a different look.

 

[Larrymoe]

What everyone else said.

I've only taken out the block and switched to OEM 20 inch wheels and there's a difference in noise and ride. Ride is very small and only noticeable on certain roads, but the tires make a lot more noise, and my new tires aren't even ATs.

 

[higgledy]

To maintain good ride quality stay away from any E-rated tire. Id recommend a 275/70/18, OE size that comes on the Tremor.

Most tires for 275/70/18 or 275/65/18 are E rated. Which rating are you thinking?

 

[higgledy]

Will Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 change much over the stock Michelins?

 

[Riddick]

Most tires for 275/70/18 or 275/65/18 are E rated. Which rating are you thinking?

Look up the Nitto Terra Grappler G3 and I believe Grabber makes one to, OE tire that comes on Tremor.

 

[JCsTruck]

If you have more than 50k miles on stock shocks then these Bilstein 4600 shocks may tighten up the ride a little without making it ride harder. https://offroad.bilstein.com/en-us/products/bilstein-b6-4600/

The Micheline Defenders should ride nice and be quiet too but don't go larger than stock. Go with different lighter aluminum wheels if you want to tone down the chrome, but that might get expensive.

 

[higgledy]

If you have more than 50k miles on stock shocks then these Bilstein 4600 shocks may tighten up the ride a little without making it ride harder. https://offroad.bilstein.com/en-us/products/bilstein-b6-4600/

The Micheline Defenders should ride nice and be quiet too but don't go larger than stock. Go with different lighter aluminum wheels if you want to tone down the chrome, but that might get expensive.

Do the stock shocks get worn out after 50k? It’s got 47k and it seems to be riding rougher. Idk if it’s me or real

which shocks if I want to level it?

 

[JCsTruck]

Do the stock shocks get worn out after 50k? It’s got 47k and it seems to be riding rougher. Idk if it’s me or real

which shocks if I want to level it?

Not worn out, just worn so they may be slightly less effective but still functional. There are many variables but most vehicles will need new shocks and struts by 75-100k miles. They help control spring oscillations, so the tire stays in contact with the ground and the vehicle in control.

 

[higgledy]

Go with different lighter aluminum wheels if you want to tone down the chrome, but that might get expensive.

Thanks. which brands of wheels are good quality? I am leaning to a simple aluminum wheel with just a clear coat. for example:

 

[JCsTruck]

That I don't know. I would start with a reputable tire and wheel retailer near you and ask questions.

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