I figure Ford spent millions on R&D, with suspension being a major part of what makes it a Raptor. I like the leveled look but I'm on the fence about even doing that because I don't want to deviate from stock ride and suspension performance.
It might make sense to just go with a simple SVC CAS setup for you.
The stock coilovers on raptors no longer have the "perch" setting like the gen1s. so essentially you have no preload adjustability to tailor the ride characteristics and height to your personal needs.
the CAS setup adds that preload adjustment and gives you the ability to leave it in the stock position, crank it up to lift the truck 3.5", or anywhere in between.
As for the rear of the truck, all other debates aside, if you're planning to jump the truck, It isn't a bad idea to add hydraulic bump stops, if for no other reason, so that you do not damage the frame. (and your back)
Anything else is really up to you and should be based on what the truck is not capable of in present form. (and that you would like it to be capable of).
I wanted to be able to do 120 mph in the dirt, Blasting down Baja in a truck that I could bring my brother and nephews along in as well.
you can see where that "want" led me.
