6.7 Super Duty Suspension enhancement

SOFME

Observer
I'm getting ready to upgrade the suspension on my 2014 F250; not trying to turn the fat girl into a desert missile. Currently running Bilstein 5100 at all 4 corners and 35's. I do have a constant load and tow a 5k pound pop-up camper.

The stock springs and 5100's have done well all things considered but its time to upgrade. I am not looking to lift the truck unless needed to achieve desired suspension performance. The truck does thousands of miles a year on rough roads for camping/fishing trips. Goals are to reduce/eliminate wheel hop (especially on corrugated uphill turns), sharpen the steering, and reduce/eliminate shock fade. Current load carrying is good.

Up front: One Up Offroad Steady Track high-mount bracket with a Fox 2.0 ATS steering stabilizer
Out back: One Up Offroad traction bars with 3x1/8" leaf spring shims
Shocks: Debating between Fox performance Elite 2.5 shocks -or- ADS Direct Fit Race shocks
I don't have experience with Fox truck shocks. I have had ADS shocks on a previous vehicle and was a huge fan of the shock and their reputation for customer service.

Thank you in advance for input/advice. Absolutely open to any feedback on stuff I may be missing.

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Skinhyfish

Observer
PMF is some great options also if
Not wanting any Carli components. Good customer knowledge and service.

ADS all the way
 

SOFME

Observer
PMF is some great options also if
Not wanting any Carli components. Good customer knowledge and service.

ADS all the way
I'm not opposed to Carli, they certainly make good stuff and have a great reputation. But it seems a lift is necessary to get the ride improvements I'm looking to make? I really want to avoid a lift if possible. Rational in order: I have not dragged my belly (yet), increased angles in the driveline which increase wear, vertical challenges with wife and kids. That said, I'm not opposed to it if it makes sense. I am absolutely not an expert on suspension and looking for guidance.
 

PacificNorthWestJeeper

Blissfully Lost
I replaced the Bilsteins with Fox on my Wrangler and it was night and day in handling and ride quality.
I am building out my F550 now and just got the Carli Radius arms in-today, can't wait to put them on this weekend.
I am tossing back and forth the idea of putting Fox on my F550 or King Shocks. Not sure yet but it will be 1 of the 2...
Suspension wise I did the Kelder 4 bag rear and single bag front with their 4H air management system.. I am still putting it all together but the ride should be great.
My build is below if interested... good luck on your search, its a journey for sure...
 

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