We address everything in this kit. Our coils are designed to mimic the factory specs and provide a great ride. Our rear blocks have the bumpstop pads built in to utilize the factory rear bumpstops that Ford designed in for the heavy hauling these trucks were designed for. Our drop brackets for the radius are the beefiest in the industry!
We went about it a little different. Instead of the drop bracket going up inside the factory radius arm pocket, we designed ours to mount uniquely outside. That adds width and strength. These features cost more to produce, but the end result is unmatched. All our steel is U.S. made and is at our Drops are least ¼”, and in some instances even larger.
The image inset is courtesy of the Diesel Brothers™ November Truck Giveaway with the modification to replace the RAD drop with our NEW Tube 4-Link! The Stryker RAD Series non 4-Link Lift Kit was used and brand referenced on their promotional video.
OPTIONAL SHOCK UPGRADES
Stryker's 6" F450 F550 lift 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 6" lift 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.
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Stryker ORD- Stryker 2.0  |
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Stryker ORD-Level 4 Fox 2.0 Fox
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The body is a 2.0" 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. The oil is JM92 Advanced Suspension Fluid for improved performance at variable temperatures. The bushings are quiet nitrile rubber allows for increased suspension articulation. |
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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 valving provides the Performance Series 2.0 Reservoir shock a predicable ride quality capable of handling the roughest roads. |
Stryker 2.0 Zinc Monotube Shocks
DUAL STEERING STABILIZERS
There is no consensus regarding single versus dual steering stabilizers. But lifted truck projects are usually accompanied with larger tire sizes.
Larger tires bring a variety of physical demands for your F450 F550 Super Duty Truck
Vibration:
Vibration is the primary demand to focus on. The original excellent suspension on your F450 F550 can accommodate most of that vibration. But if you improve the handling and ride quality by dampening the added side to side motion of your tires that is the first place to address. Shock absorbers dampen the up and down movement of your Super Duty and they can also dampen the side movement of your larger tires.
Dual Versus Single:
Dual stabilizers dampen the vibrations better than a SINGLE shock tied to one side in OUR opinion. Is the improvement worth the added cost?
Of course it depends on several subjective INFORMED decisions. If your Lifted Super Duty is actually a daily driver then the performance improvement may not be required. But if you plan to build your F450 F550 with the capability of HEAVY OFF ROADING even if you don't go there then DUAL is likely your best investment. The cost ADDER is actually not significant compared to the value of your F450 F550. If your lifted truck has tires 35" or larger you are an excellent candidate to investigate a Steering Stabilizer even if Off Road is not a concern!.
And then there is the subjective issue of STYLE! What did you want to look at when you see the front of your F450 F550 Lift? Stryker's goal is to provide you with RUGGED STYLE™! We are committed to providing performance and style. Review our V1 and V2 offerings including 4 levels of shock upgrades.
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The Stryker V1 Off Road Design Dual Steering Stabilizer gives your truck better handling while adding to the Rugged Style of the suspension!
Our steering stabilizer provides better handling and control of oversized tires by reducing bump steer and front end vibration. It also reduces ball joint and tie rod wear and tear, and is an easy bolt on installation! SPECIAL NOTE: If you prefer our V2 Dual Steering Stabilizer or you would like to upgrade from our standard Level 2 Shock offering or even if you would like to upgrade from our standard Identity Series Black Features:
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The Stryker V2 Off Road Design Mini-Truss Dual Steering Stabilizer gives your truck better handling while drastically improving the look of the suspension! Stryker Rugged Style! The Mini-Truss on the top clamp is designed to fit perfectly between your front axle's differential housing and the bump stop pad, providing all the rugged good looks of a weld-on truss with the convenience of a bolt-on stabilizer!
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 F450 F50 SUPER DUTY LADDER TRACTION BARS. Works with this 6" lift kit. CAD designed and laser cut, we fabricate the mounts and bars from 1/4" U.S. steel. These are EXTREMELY heavy duty, MIG welded throughout and can handle anything you can dish out. Traction bars help prevent axle wrap common in lifted trucks. RUGGED STYLE™ from STRYKER OFF ROAD DESIGN! |
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