I just want 1 inch lift in rear?

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SexyAvalancheGrey

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I know majority of u guys hate blocks in the rear but I don’t want to dump 1400 for +3 deavers now.


Wondering if anyone has ran blocks in the rear just to get 1” raise. That’s all I would need or want.

Wondering any kits u have seen for the rear.
 

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A few Gen 1 guys did it. It's not just a 1" block though since you already have a block in there. Probably closer to 3.5-4" block for the raise you're looking for. You'll probably get more axle wrap. Any modern F150 block (pro comp, fab tech, Rough Country etc...) will work. Just gotta pin point the size.
 

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Remember the stock 2" block has the bump stop strike pad built in so if you go with say a 3" block you still need an aftermarket strike pad...
 

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That’s an understatement. It went from a pogo stick to firmly planted with a smoother ride.


 

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To the OP:
I know the idea of dropping about $1200-$1300 for replacement rear springs doesn't seem right, and you wouldn't be wrong, but the Raptor has 2 rear suspension issues.
1) The rear end has a fair amount of axle wrap when going off road
2) For some reason the rear end can get a little "skitterish" over some rough surfaces in a turn and not just off road.

The factory 2" rear blocks are a major part of the axle wrap up issue, and replacing that block with a 3" block will make it worse. And you would not be addressing the skittery rear end feel...I know, I didn't want to spend more money on a very expensive truck, but was very happy with the results.
 
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I hear what you guys are saying, but for right now I’m gonna go with the small lift block and I’m sure I will eventually do the deavers when I’m going to do probably the ADD bolt on front bumper they came out with recently....
 

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Install a set of Airbags..internal jounce stop, raise your rear up to 6" and increase load capacity north of 700 lbs!
Want it level ? hit the air release button
 

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Anyone ever remove the rear block and run the stock springs without them.

There are few GEN1's I recall trying it. It reduces you're up travel and puts you deeper in the compression zone of the shock so the rear is stiffer at ride height. You'd probably need a new strike pad for the bump stop as well. I wouldn't recommend doing this if you go off road but it would work with a street truck
 
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