Will RoadActive Improve Ride Quality On a 2018 Ford F-150 With TorkLift StableLoad?

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I’ve been pulling my 34’ 8,500 lbs travel trailer with the TorkLift StableLoad, there is minimal sag with these. I also use a weight distribution system to aid with sag and sway control. Will adding RAS3611-Y provide better ride and control? Since a number have commented that it raises the back by about 1”, do I negate any of the benefits by putting a 2” lift n the front end?

asked by: Doug B

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Expert Reply:

The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS3611-YHD will provide a more stable ride on your 2018 Ford F-150. Since this system is active as soon as you install it on your F-150 it does not require the additional load to compress the leaf springs onto the overload spring like the TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade # TLA7310S. Therefor it will provide more stability while also reducing axle wrap and wheel hop. Both these systems can be used together or you can still disconnect the TorkLift when not hauling additional weight.

Most of the reasons some see lift is often contributed to worn out springs or already having weight on the rear suspension. You can still use a leveling kit on the front of your F-150 to level the truck.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

The TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade #TLA7310S that you referenced basically allows the overload springs of the vehicle suspension to engage sooner to gain additional suspension support whereas the RoadActive Suspension kit #RAS4611 basically…

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Answer 2

I had the #TLA7310S pulled from stock, and found that the thickness of the spacers that sit between the lower overload spring and the bottom of the spring pack is 7/8 of an inch which is the same for the fronts and rears. I've linked to an…

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Answer 3

Yes, you will be able to use the TorkLift StableLoad #TLA7310S on your 2023 Ford F-150 with the headlight leveling system. This system is designed to work on leaf sprung trucks with the lower overload springs. As it attaches to the overload spring it…

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Answer 4

As long as your 2021 Chevy Silverado 3500 Diesel Dually has lower overload springs, the #TLA7310S TorkLift StableLoad will work great for you. I've linked to an installation video that you might find helpful. The StableLoad is a no drill…

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Answer 5

The lateral angle of the Torklift StableLoads part #TLA7310S is designed to make engaging the system a bit easier, but as you can see in the picture I attached when they are engaged the support is across the entire overload spring. I also attached a…

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Answer 6

The TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade #TLA7310S that fits your 2017 Ford F-150 is more of an upgrade for ride quality, and wouldn't do a great deal to help with sag. There is an option that will help tremendously with sag, however, which is…

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Answer 7

Both the TorkLift #TLA7310S Stainless StableLoad and the RAS #RAS3611-Y would absolutely help with the body roll in turns, porpoising and sway caused by crosswinds. Both systems are very highly rated by our customers. I'd agree that air helper…

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Answer 8

There are a few different options for your 2017 Ford F-150. In my opinion I would go with Item #TLA7310S. These are going to be the easiest to install and use. When towing and you add weight, the spring pack flattens which then your overload spring…

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Answer 9

I recommend to use the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Rear Axle part #TFR350SDJ which will give you more stability to reduce rear sag. The springs provide the additional support under heavier loads that your factory suspension cannot…

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Answer 10

The Torklift Stableload part #TLA7310S will physically fit with the RAS system part #RAS3611-YHD that fits your 2015 Ford F-150 as they two kits would not interfere with each other. If you have the RAS system maxed out and are wanting even more…

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Answer 11

If you're looking to add some suspension enhancement that can be disengaged without completely uninstalling it then I recommend going with the TorkLift StableLoad which is available with the standard powder coat #TLA7310 or as stainless steel…

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Answer 12

RoadActive Suspension offers two different kits for the 2018 Ford F150 4WD, part #RAS3611-Y which offers up to 2000 lbs of support and the #RAS3611-YHD that you'd looked at, which offers up to 3000 lbs of support. If you're simply looking to…

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