If you own a Ford F150 and are thinking about installing a leveling kit, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common upgrades we do at Lift Pro Customs in Willis, TX.
Whether your goal is to improve the stance, fit larger tires, or get rid of the factory rake, this guide covers everything you need to know about leveling your F150.
We’ll break down cost, tire size, fitment, and what actually works based on real installs we do every day.
Just want the short list? Jump to our ranked best leveling kit for F150 picks by year range.
What a Leveling Kit Does on an F150
From the factory, F150 trucks sit lower in the front than the rear. This is designed for towing and payload, but most owners prefer a level stance.
A leveling kit raises the front of the truck around 2 to 3 inches, bringing it even with the rear.
This gives your F150 a more aggressive look and allows for larger wheels and tires.
F150 Leveling Kit Cost
One of the biggest questions is how much it costs to level an F150.
For most 2014 to 2026 F150 trucks, a 2" spacer (puck) style leveling kit with parts, labor, and alignment included typically runs $550 plus tax at our shop. That is the Rough Country aluminum spacer kit we install most. Stepping up to Rough Country M1 replacement struts typically runs around $1,000, and Eibach leveling coilovers, our favorite for ride quality, run roughly $1,500. Those numbers include parts, labor, and alignment too.
At Lift Pro Customs, we keep pricing simple and all-inclusive so there are no surprises.
Best Leveling Kits for 2014–2020 F-150s
1. Rough Country 2" aluminum spacer kit: best value. The kit we install most on daily-driven F-150s. It levels the front, keeps the factory struts and the factory ride, and clears 33s clean. Parts, labor, and alignment typically come to $550, which leaves the most room in the budget for wheels and tires.
2. Rough Country M1 leveling struts: the step up. Not a spacer. The M1 is a complete replacement front strut that levels the truck and gives it a new strut in one shot. In our opinion it rides very close to a Bilstein 5100. On 2014 to 2020 trucks with real miles on them, this is often the smartest money, because those factory struts are usually due for replacement anyway. Typically around $1,000 for parts, labor, and alignment.
3. Eibach leveling coilovers: best ride quality. By far our favorite. If how the truck drives matters most to you, this is the best-riding leveling kit we install on an F-150. Roughly $1,500 for parts, labor, and alignment.
We confirm the exact parts for your year, cab, and drivetrain before anything gets ordered, so fitment surprises are rare.
Best Leveling Kits for 2021–2026 F-150s
1. Rough Country 2" aluminum spacer kit: best value. Same verdict on the current body style: clean install, factory ride, and typically $550 with parts, labor, and alignment. One note: 2021 and newer trucks on higher trims with adaptive cruise may need the sensor recalibrated after leveling, so plan for that as part of the job.
2. Rough Country M1 leveling struts: the step up. If your F-150 sees washboard roads or towing, or you would rather have a new strut under the truck than a spacer on the old one, the M1 is the move. We rate the ride right alongside a Bilstein 5100. Typically around $1,000 installed and aligned.
3. Eibach leveling coilovers: best ride quality. Our favorite kit for the F-150 and the best ride quality of the three. It costs more, roughly $1,500 for parts, labor, and alignment, and it is the one we recommend when the budget allows.
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Spacer vs Strut for the F-150: Our Pick
For most F-150s, a quality spacer kit is the right call. The F-150's factory ride is genuinely good, and a well-made spacer preserves it while getting you the stance and the tire clearance. That is why the 2" Rough Country aluminum spacer kit is the one we install most.
We steer owners toward a strut-style kit in two cases: the truck has enough miles that the factory struts are tired, or ride quality is the top priority. Either way you're replacing parts you'd eventually buy anyway, so the extra cost works harder. That is where the Rough Country M1 struts and the Eibach coilovers come in.
Still weighing the two? Our full spacer vs strut breakdown compares budget, ride, and adjustability side by side.
When Upper Control Arms Are Worth Adding
At normal leveling height, the factory upper control arms are fine for most F-150s — we don't add UCAs to every level.
They earn their keep in specific setups: wider 12.5" tires that contact the factory arm, a maxed-out 2.5" level running 35s, or a truck that sees real off-road use. Aftermarket UCAs improve suspension angles and buy back clearance where it's tight.
We covered the decision in detail in Do You Need UCAs With a Leveling Kit?
Best Tire Size for F150 After Leveling Kit
The most common reason people install a leveling kit is to run bigger tires.
On F150s — especially the newer ones — 33s and 35s are what almost everyone runs. Here is what actually fits, from the trucks that come through our shop every week:
33s are the safe bet. A 33" tire in an 11.5" width fits clean on stock wheels with a leveling kit: no rubbing, no trimming, great ride quality.
Width matters as much as height. On the factory wheels, 11.5" is the widest tire you can run. Step up to a 12.5" wide tire and it will contact the upper control arm. The only ways around that are aftermarket wheels with more negative offset or wheel spacers. A simple 1/4" wheel spacer clears a 33x12.5.
35s can be done, and here is the honest version. 35s can typically be run on a 2" leveling kit, but it is about 50/50 whether they contact the front crash bar, which may then need to be trimmed or cut. If you want to run 35s with no rubbing, go with a 2.5" leveling kit on a 4WD. With that setup they fit without rubbing just about every time.
| Setup | Fits? | What it takes |
|---|---|---|
| 33x11.5 + 2" level | Clean fit | Nothing — works on stock wheels |
| 33x12.5 + 2" level | Yes | 1/4" spacer, or wheels with more negative offset, to clear the upper control arm |
| 35s + 2" level | Usually | About 50/50 on touching the front crash bar, which may need trimming |
| 35s + 2.5" level (4WD) | Yes, no rub | Fits just about every time |
Want this set up on your truck? Get a free estimate — we’ll spec the exact kit and tires for your year and model.
Every truck varies slightly by year, trim, and wheel choice — we confirm exact fitment on your truck before anything gets ordered. Check sizes with our tire size calculator or spec the whole build in the Build Planner.
If you want a simple, no-hassle setup, 33s are the way to go. If you want the aggressive look, 35s are absolutely doable — done in the right order with the right kit.
Wheel Offset and Fitment
Fitment is where most people get it wrong.
Wheel offset plays a huge role in whether your truck rubs or not. A more aggressive offset pushes the wheel outward and increases the chance of rubbing.
Tire width also matters. Wider tires will contact sooner than narrower ones, even if they are the same height.
At Lift Pro Customs, we dial in wheel and tire packages so everything clears properly and drives how it should.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
A lot of F150 owners run into issues because of poor setup.
Installing the wrong type of leveling kit can create bad suspension angles. Skipping alignment can cause uneven tire wear. Choosing the wrong wheels or tires can lead to constant rubbing.
Doing it right the first time saves money and avoids headaches.
Why Choose Lift Pro Customs
We specialize in F150 leveling kits, lift kits, wheels, and tires. This is what we do every day.
When you bring your truck to us, you’re getting a setup that is built correctly, aligned properly, and ready to drive without issues.
We don’t guess on fitment and we don’t cut corners.
Service Areas
Lift Pro Customs proudly serves customers in Willis, Conroe, Montgomery, Huntsville, and The Woodlands, Texas.
If you’re searching for F150 leveling kit installation near you, you’re in the right place.
Want more height than a level gives? We handle Ford lift kit installation near Conroe too, from F150s to Super Duty trucks.
Ready to Level Your F150
Call Lift Pro Customs today or request a quote online to get scheduled.
We’ll help you choose the right setup and get your truck sitting exactly how it should.
Pricing mentioned reflects typical ranges at the time of writing — every truck and build is different, and prices can change. Your free estimate locks in the exact number.
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For the full price picture across trucks, see what a leveling kit costs installed - F-150 numbers included, alignment in the total.