2021 Ford F150 Gets Leveled! Falcon Sport Tow/Haul Shock Leveling System

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Sam's 2021 Ford F150 Gets Leveled! Falcon Sport Tow/Haul Shock Leveling System - Leveled F150
- In this video we have Sam's 2021 Ford F150 Lariat Sport gets the Falcon Sport Tow/Haul Shock Leveling System to bring the front end up 2.5" and lower the rear 1/2". It is now ready to take larger 33" tires and his new 20" wheels that are installed on the next video in this mod series. The Falcon Sport Tow/Haul Shock Leveling System has adjustable settings that allow you to keep your comfortable ride for daily driving, or switch to haul mode to load your bed and keep ride height or tow mode to really tighten up the suspension. The front coilovers are also manually adjustable to change ride height. Sam's 2021 F150 came stock with 32" tires on 18" wheels but it is about to get 33' tires on 33" wheels! This new Space White truck is about to look sweet!
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Sam's 2021 Ford F150 Gets Leveled! Falcon Sport Tow/Haul Shock Leveling System - Leveled F150

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@rickschroeder4341 3 жыл бұрын

I just kooked up the Falcon system. You weren't kidding when you said pricey!

@thesamizer 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, a little pricey. It's my first time spending this much on a leveling kit. Hopefully, they are worth the price of admission.

@RiptideF1 3 жыл бұрын

A follow up video comparing the difference shock settings during towing would be great to watch. Love this series y'all are doing!

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

You read our mind. We are planning a towing video now. I expect to have it out in a week or 2.

@catchandrelease6196 3 жыл бұрын

cant wait to see the wheels

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

This is Brad. Not gonna lie, it looks epic...

@thesamizer 3 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see them too! Every time I get a new mod done on the truck I rush off and drive straight to the next place and leave it with them! I don't even have a good side profile picture to look at since the wheels and tires went on today. All I have is memories in my head.....

@shawndonovan1151 3 жыл бұрын

@@thesamizer how much do you want for the stock wheels and tires ? Can I get a “fan discount” ?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I'll probably put them up until I get rid of the truck. I do have a set of platinum wheels and tires laying around though.....

@manavsaini0888 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome content on this channel... i think the only one with in depth info about 2021 f150... make this channel great with subscriptions people

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Manav! More videos coming soon!

@jmpalmer23 3 жыл бұрын

I've had these on my 2018 f150 for a couple years and love them. Truck is much more controlled and handles great. When towing my TT it's even better. I also installed roadmaster active suspension to help with squat. Whole package makes towing so much easier.

@craigcerreta8367 3 жыл бұрын

Did either the Falcons or the Roadmaster AS make the DD ride significantly stiffer or rougher?

@jmpalmer23 3 жыл бұрын

@@craigcerreta8367 the Falcons are definitely a little stiffer than stock but not uncomfortable. The reduced body roll on turns and overall increased control was worth it. I keep the backs on the lowest setting when daily driving. I installed the RAS after and I didn't notice any difference afterwards, other than the back end seems more planted. I can push it pretty hard through turns and it feels like a sports car.

@cavemanfitness3255 3 жыл бұрын

@Jason Palmer: assuming you removed the factory bump stops to but the bags on? No issues with that? I’m about to pull trigger on Falcons too for my ‘17 F150, but I pull a 25’ TT (~5500lb) and don’t want it nose high. Would like to go with level setting as well. Thanks

@jmpalmer23 3 жыл бұрын

@@cavemanfitness3255 I didn't put bags on. Just the Falcons and the RAS. The Falcons came with new bump stops that I put on. I will say the RAS did raise the back about an inch after the Falcons leveled it. But I think I looks better with a little bit of rake.

@cavemanfitness3255 3 жыл бұрын

@@jmpalmer23 great thanks. I confused the RAS with bags. I’m assuming you have the RAS set as the lowest? (White disc?) based on my weight distro hitch I may see if I don’t even need RAS to elim sag.

@mikehenthorn976 3 жыл бұрын

would be nice if you put in the description more info on the Product, like the Falcon Sport Tow/Haul Shock Leveling System, where did you purchase it, etc so your viewers could go and research it directly.

@jamesrivers204 3 жыл бұрын

Did installing this Falcon leveling shocks affect your 360 camera, LED lights, sensors for front parking, & auto cruise (for things that are distant) capabilities? Did they all have to be recalibrated? (I dont know why I mentioned fox before)

@Thuglove68 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite brothers in my favorite KZfaq channel keep up the good work guys I love my ford😊😁😂

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

theyre my favorite too

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! Thanks ATN! We hope to upload every night at 6 this week while Sam’s truck gets modded out.

@georgeniksich1152 3 жыл бұрын

Put kyb gas adjust on 2013 f150. Sits about level. Falcon HT tires.it handles great. Changes lanes like a rocket.

@sacbluesman 3 жыл бұрын

This shop is right down the street from me. Nice video guys

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@tamermogannam Жыл бұрын

I had mine for 6 months. Handling improved quite a bit, but the ride is much stiffer. I ended up removing the front struts and I went back to stock to regain comfort. I kept the rear shocks as it improved towing on setting 3. Falcon struts are now collecting dust, I will be posting them FB market place. Let me if your interested in buying them.

@bennyjustiz4644 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 2021 f150 lariat and for some strange reason the universe brought me to you guys. I am hooked! Love your guys videos. I am looking to get the falcons installed in my truck and am trying to find out the recommended servicing intervals for the shocks.

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

We haven’t really thought about that yet…

@marchaws 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Poor wolf in the back 7:55

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

it looks a little jealous, new truck in the BD family.

@marchaws 3 жыл бұрын

It's what happens

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

It's just waiting to pounce.

@danryan8736 3 жыл бұрын

Great info on the setting for hauling weight and towing a camper. I was just going to ask about how a WDH would affect it.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Dan! I run a WDH on my camper. We'll have a video with the truck hooked up and towing soon. Make sure you subscribe for the latest info.

@jakelavalley6689 3 жыл бұрын

Can I get a pic of cv angle? Also falcon has told be that that rear shock is valved to soft for the 2021 rear spring, how does it seem to you?

@rolandburt2856 3 жыл бұрын

Man. You guys are non-stop. You just got this truck and now a new suspension AND exhaust. Plus you got a Bronco and a free murder knife? Heh. How do I keep up? I can't. I'm still picking out my dash cam. LMAO!

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Take your time and pick out the best dash cam you can find. We spend a lot of time thinking about what we're going to buy next on this channel.

@rolandburt2856 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver Oh for sure. Thanks for that. Was mostly making a joke. Mine is a city truck, but am putting in a dash cam. It gets too much attention and I already have scratches on it from people looking too hard.

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

Let me know what you think Sam, these were what I originally wanted on my truck. Until I blew a tire and needed to act fast, of course a high schooler doesnt have unlimited money so I ended up with the BDS puck. Being a landscaper, when I need to tow it will not be fun without bags and the factory struts on the back, I will end up getting these eventually just may be a while.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

My first impressions are very positive. I've only been able to drive the truck a few miles across town before the wheels and tires went on and then maybe a mile or two with the wheels and tires on. The Falcon shocks are exactly what I was looking for to improve performance and towing. A solid option at a much cheaper price point is the Billstein 5100 leveling kit. That's what I had on the EcoBoost and I really enjoyed the ride quality as well.

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I looked them up, I should have done that right from the beginning. I payed $200 for the BDS, I didn’t have anything to compress the strut. I payed $130 for install. I’ve needed new shocks for a while, Michigan dirt roads that never get grated with potholes everywhere will destroy your shocks very fast.

@nabatron21 3 жыл бұрын

I have these on my ram rebel awesome shocks

@nflo873 3 жыл бұрын

How long have you had them? Why you went with these instead of something else? Ie 6112...Would appreciate info. Tks

@nabatron21 3 жыл бұрын

@@nflo873 had them for a year or so. Went with then because that's the only ones I could find for a level on the truck. Wanted to retain rear reservoir shocks. Now I want to change it to carli/king suspension to get a little bit more lift and better ride.

@user-qi5vc3bk7e 2 жыл бұрын

It would have been nice to see the install. I wonder if it would be the same on the 2021 Ford Tremor???

@floridadawg9857 3 жыл бұрын

Looking good guys..... Subscribed and following

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! The wheels are killer. That video is live at 6PM tomorrow.

@ricosandoval3774 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great!

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@andrewp5564 2 жыл бұрын

@BackroadDriver, your videos are great. Enjoy the brotherly camaraderie. Falcon shocks- if I don’t plan to tow much would you still recommend for the ride quality and level? Had them recommended to me. How have they held up? Second question- how are you liking the Venumrex’s? I just ordered a set of 20” 603’s. They owe you a kickback! Third question- what tire would you recommend? I’m going to be on the stock suspension for the 20’s (going up from 18”). Do almost all highway/around town but want as an aggressive a look as possible without much hum at high speed. So brand, model, size I can get away with. Lastly, mine is Oxford white and has the line-x in there. Turning out to be similar rigs. Best, Andrew

@undrasr001 3 жыл бұрын

Thm factory rims look great they look a lot better thn my 2020 f150

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Big Dra!

@rubyv4s 3 жыл бұрын

Sam I’m waiting on your review on towing with this bad boy before I get the falcons for my truck. With the truck being leveled I’m afraid I’ll lose towing capability, will truck squat too much and ride like crap while towing. Trucks looking great 👍

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Review coming soon! Thanks for watching Ruben!

@rubyv4s 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver thanks. I’m sure a few people are waiting on your feed back on those falcons shocks.

@user-uv3ig9zn2t 7 ай бұрын

My 21 Lariat is leveled with this setup and 285/75/17 KO1’s. The ride is incredibly choppy, feel every single bump…brutal. The front struts squeak like crazy too. Looking to move to something new, stat.

@BackroadDriver 7 ай бұрын

That's very interesting. I have none of those issues. How many miles on the truck? Were they installed properly?

@user-uv3ig9zn2t 7 ай бұрын

@@BackroadDriver it was a reputable shop, but perhaps that’s the issue. I put them on at roughly 8k mi, I’m at 33k now - roughly 1k mi / mo and virtually 0 off-road

@skymaster9484 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 19 fx4 my question is I have factory rear wheel well liners, do you have to cut the liners to mount these rear shocks.

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! They should fit just fine with no trimming of the wheel well liners.

@skymaster9484 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver I'm looking at them now and the factory wheelwells almost cover the rear shocks in order to adjust the these new rear shocks I would diffently need to cut a slot in the wheelwell.

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

I installed the Ford factory wheel well liners and they went in in about 10 minutes with no cutting and I already had the Falcon shocks installed. The Falcon shocks don't take up any more space than the factory shocks do.

@bobbymizer3787 3 жыл бұрын

We shocks and struts are already bad on a new truck? The red dot does look good.

@wyliecoyote5.082 2 жыл бұрын

Those should help in pulling the camper

@ShockSurplus 2 жыл бұрын

big improvement in towing and hauling

@johnmaclean1112 2 жыл бұрын

Living in Canada where he we get a lot of snow, mud and rain, do you foresee any issues with these shocks when they get really dirty or really cold -30F

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

I think they will do better than stock in any environment. We are about to go to Bilsteins plant in Ohio and do some behind the scenes videos with their newest stuff in development and drive their prototypes. Stay tuned.

@tomingram7634 3 жыл бұрын

Who did the installation? I just bought a 2021 f 150 and live in LC and think I'll do this. Want a installer to be familiar with the product and how it goes on. Thanks

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Mighty Muffler on Western Avenue in Knoxville. Call and ask for Jen and tell her we sent you. You will want to show up early one morning and drop it off. They are walk in only.

@tomingram7634 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Anytime my man!

@williamrode7061 3 жыл бұрын

Do you recommend the falcons over the fox 2.0 and if I were to go the fox route do you know if there is a difference between the fox tuned by roush or ford performance over the basic fox 2.0 kits?

@ShockSurplus 2 жыл бұрын

minor differences in the custom tuned fox 2.0, there's only so much you can do with a 2" shock. Some like Fox more over Falcon because falcon are firmer in most regards, which is good for some and bad for others

@mikebaker1044 3 жыл бұрын

Like the videos good job

@Shyamiiii 2 жыл бұрын

It looks awesome. So is he upgrading the wheels and tires bcuz there is a rubbing issue and falcon recommends offset wheels and tires or is it purely for aesthetics?

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

Aesthetics only. Thanks for watching!

@cavemanfitness3255 3 жыл бұрын

Got any feedback with your truck hooked up to a trailer? I can sleep I’m so excited !!

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

We will film camper and trailer pull vids next week if all goes well

@hugogonzalez9341 3 жыл бұрын

Nice looking shocks! What are you planning to do with the stock exhaust? Would imagine selling online would be slow, who needs a stock exhaust that only fits the 2021 model, right?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I'll do the same thing I did with my last truck. I'll put it in the attic above my garage and when I get ready to sell my truck I'll have it available to put back on whether I'm selling it or trading it in.

@hugogonzalez9341 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver sounds like a plan! Thanks for the content.

@Ranchodeluxe888 2 жыл бұрын

Had this setup affected any of your tech packages on the truck? Specifically lane keep assist/ collision warnings and such?

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

I have all the tech except for the fancy self-driving stuff. I believe it's called active prep 2.0. All of my systems work as intended and have had no issues. With the lariat 502a package and above you get the projector headlights and they have a self-leveling feature. After the level I didn't even need to adjust my headlights. They do it automatically. If you go more than a level, say a four or six inch lift they made need adjustment but as far as levels are concerned it just works.

@Attridge444 Жыл бұрын

Did you guys use the stock upper control arm?

@beerbelly6670 3 жыл бұрын

Did you change the upper control arms to correct the ball joint angle?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I have not changed the upper control arms yet. With only a level so far I can still get a proper alignment. I also don't have any desert trails to blast down at 70 mph in Tennessee so I don't really need them at this point. I'm trying to let the aftermarket catch up to see what direction I go with this truck.

@ChrisS-in1sf 3 жыл бұрын

Can you access the switch on the rear wheels with the wheel well liners?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. No problem at all. The wheel well liners don't cover up the switch.

@Acidman629 2 жыл бұрын

Any issues with control arm wear? I had a shop express “concerns” with component wear using the 2” setting and stock control arms.

@charleshenson4183 2 жыл бұрын

You need another shop.

@kennyquinn5041 3 жыл бұрын

Why tow shocks instead of leveling airbags for the back?

@lorenzoromagosa3828 3 жыл бұрын

Ey Sam did you consider the Bilstein 6112 also? Great looking set up you got on that truck by the way.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Lorenzo! I did consider the 6112's as well. In the end I went with the falcons because of the ability to adjust the dampening for towing. Watch for a towing video coming soon.

@lorenzoromagosa3828 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver Great. Thank you for your answer Sam

@Gtown9011 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam, How much ground clearance do you get with these shocks, 33" tires and 20" wheels? Thanks.

@cpalmer41 3 жыл бұрын

Did you guys do the 2” setting on the front? Im looking at getting the falcons as well for my 2021!

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

My truck is on the level setting and not all the way up on the heavy accessory.

@cpalmer41 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver thanks man! Loving the build videos! Looking forward to the next one!

@ryansheard8092 3 жыл бұрын

Question. I just picked up a '21 F150 FX4. I love the Falcon shocks you used and I want to level my trick (or close to it). I measured front to back and I've got almost a 4" rake (3-7/8"). How the heck to I fix that and still keep the towing capabilities? Go with the Falcon 2.25" level and live with the left over 1-5/8" rake!?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

You'll be fine if you go with the falcon shocks. I got a full 2.5 in in the front and was at about an inch difference front to back when all was said and done.

@ryansheard8092 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver Thanks for the info. Did you set the front shocks to the highest setting of 2.25"?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

There are four settings. Stock, medium, level, and heavy accessory. I have mine set on the level setting.

@Kobiwan73 3 жыл бұрын

Which set is better over all, the Falcons or the Roush?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Falcons

@dinsmoredynamos5733 3 жыл бұрын

In video you say the installation did not go as planned. Was there any modifications required to the shock kit or the truck itself at all? Or was the kit entirely plug and play?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

The install went smooth but the shop didn't get started until late in the day and finished the next morning. I love these shocks.

@romerotribe6193 3 жыл бұрын

Looking online it says 2015 and up to 2020 are those the ones you purchased so they still fit the 2021?

@ShockSurplus 2 жыл бұрын

@@romerotribe6193 yes they used the 15-20 model on the 21, which is news to us, but looks fine

@951media 3 жыл бұрын

Are those rock sliders? Any info or video? Thanks

@Kobiwan73 2 жыл бұрын

The Falcons use the stock front spring and Fox uses their own. Which one would ride better or give the best performance?

@ShockSurplus 2 жыл бұрын

better and best is subjective for what the driver is looking for. These ride noticeably firmer than Fox, which is good for some people, bad for others.

@Kobiwan73 2 жыл бұрын

@@ShockSurplus when would firmer be better?

@TheBeastNasty 3 жыл бұрын

Hey! Do you have any issues with rear dampening and know what they're trying to improve for gen14?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I have no issues at all with the way the truck drives and feels. It actually improves rear dampening. In the past the rear end would step out on you over bumps and I had the same issues with the 2021. It was a little bit sloppy over large bumps in the road from the factory. It feels much tighter and the rebound is more controlled with the new suspension. It is definitely stiffer but much more controlled. I sent multiple emails and had several phone calls with employees at TeraFlex. They let me know that there was a new part number coming for 2021. I made it very clear to them that I wanted to be one of the first to run the new setup but that is as far as I got. Since I wanted to put out content early on for the new F-150, I installed the kit that was available. I made it clear that I would love to get my hands on anything that was new for this model year but that did not happen. All I can tell you is that the current offering from Falcon shocks works well on the new 2021.

@user-qi5vc3bk7e 2 жыл бұрын

Hey there, Just a question about the Falcon Shocks you added. I want to do the same on my truck and I see three options on the site. The ones I am interested in are the 4-6" Falcons SKU 05-04-32-400-406. I have a 2021 Tremor and there is a 1.5" rear and 1" additional travel on the stock suspension difference for the other F150. I am wondering which of the three setups you choose for your 2021 f150? I would like to add the ones I am interested in without lifting the truck just yet as well.

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if these will fit the Tremor. You might want to give Falcon a call to make sure these will work. I know they will fit regular f-150s but since the Tremor has additional travel there may be issues with fitment. Here is their number. 385-492-5200

@jcutting813 2 жыл бұрын

The 4-6" kit is for trucks that already have a 4-6" lift on them. You'd need a lift kit first and then you could put the 4-6" set on.

@daveharness70 Жыл бұрын

Did you work something out for your Tremor?

@AlexFigueroa-oo4be Жыл бұрын

@@daveharness70 Never changed the stock tremor shocks. I do not think there any different then stock shocks with a Sticker. I did not find any information online so I just left it alone.

@jjgonza100 3 жыл бұрын

I can see the shocks in the back increasing towing capacity but how does the front shock increase towing capacity. As stated in the video.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

The rear shocks are what mainly helps with towing but the front strut shocks are the largest size that will fit without modifications. They have more dampening and rebound and are much stiffer than the factory ones so they will help control the load better. The factory shocks are built for a super cushy ride but they are quite floaty. The Falcon shocks basically tighten that up a little bit and keep your truck from floating all over the road when you have a heavy load hooked up.

@gdgnj1 3 жыл бұрын

Great video guys! I’m about 2 weeks from getting my ‘21 lariat 5.0. Now I have to decide on this or the Fox 2.0🤔

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

The Wolf has the Fox 2.0’s and it rides great! They are little less expensive. The Falcon’s look way cooler and have adjustable settings in the rear. Tough call. We are going to do some tow videos with Sam’s truck ASAP.

@fuhlman 2 жыл бұрын

Any issues when installing the 13th gen kit? Also did you have to have the sensors recalibrated? Thank you

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

No issues still to this day. You don't need to get any sensors recalibrated either. I have everything but the active prep kit AKA self-driving. The sensors on each corner of the truck adapted and I didn't even have to adjust the headlights after the level kit. The truck took care of that itself. If you don't have the projector headlights the XLT version might need to be adjusted manually.

@fuhlman 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver thx for the info, yes xlt here so I will have to adjust my lights some.

@stevenjohnson3433 3 жыл бұрын

Hey I'm knew to towing I have a 2018 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercrew 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Engine with tow package. Wheel Base 145. GVWR 7000 lbs. and Combine CVWR for truck is 1681 lbs. What's is my max towing capacity for a 4 person max travel trailer in the 24 tk 26 foot range. Also, very interested in purchasing the leveling kit and Falcon Shocks shown in video. Can a regular machines shop install all the equipment?

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

8:05 notice how there is nothing back there

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, but two of them were.....

@alponj 3 жыл бұрын

Sam, on average how much should i expect to pay to install set of reservoir shocks such as yours? From your description it does seem like a rather straightforward install.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

A few hundred dollars should get it done. I only paid $350 to have the shocks installed and my aftermarket exhaust fitted to the truck. That's a little low for most because we give those guys a lot of business and they know us. I would say somewhere between $200 and $300 would be fair. The rears are extremely easy. The fronts require the spring and strut to be lowered/removed along with sensors etc. Most any shop should be able to do this job fairly easy.

@alponj 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver thank you for a sanity check, Sam. I had a pro installer in NJ wanting to charge me around 3K to install Icons 2.5 with reservoirs, no upper control arms even. I know that’s a bit of a different setup than you have i was pricing out, but 3K for front and rear shocks? i am shell SHOCKED.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

To be clear, are you saying your cost is 3K for the icons and the install?

@alponj 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver I wish. Icons are 3K, and he wanted another 3K to install them. I haven’t made the decision, this was a proposal from the installer. I thought maybe that’s standard rate, but it didn’t seem right, no matter how expensive the icons are.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

You dodged a bullet. Go to another shop and find a better deal. I don't care if you live in the most expensive place in America, that's way, way, too much money. You can do much better at another shop.

@downhomer70 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering if the wired contraption on the left side of upper control would interfere or prevent me from leveling with a 2.25 puck level kit?

@BackroadDriver Жыл бұрын

It's not a problem. It detects the ride height and adjusts the headlights when you have a large load in the bed or are towing. It also adjusts the headlights if you have a level.

@michaellong6613 3 жыл бұрын

Did changing your shocks void the warranty?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Michael! Changing the shocks does not affect the warranty at all. They obviously won't be warranting my new shocks and struts because I replaced the factory parts.

@TheBeastNasty 3 жыл бұрын

Hey getting these installed Monday. Do you know how easy / hard to adjust the lift height? Quick visit to the shop? Also out of the 4 notches, did you choose the uppermost lift? "Heavy acc" or "level"

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Your kit will come on the level setting and that is what we ran. You don't need to change anything from how it comes out of the box.

@joongwoong349 Жыл бұрын

Hello Sam, I have a 22 Powerboost Lariat and wants to upgrade this shock, especially the rear, but worry about the stiffness the other people say about the Falcon's front. I am thinking whether it works to only use this rear Falcon Sport/Tow while use Fox 2.0 for the front. So what's your suggestions? Thanks!

@rhyssams01 Жыл бұрын

That’s my plan to only run the rears. I’d rather run fox or icon in the front so it doesn’t ride like a brick lol

@bobstafford9794 2 жыл бұрын

At 3.21 min's you state the install did not go as planed. Can you explain why? I am going to add these to my 2022 F150 Lariat soon.

@bobstafford9794 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Just found the answer lower in the comments.

@drswigermd 3 жыл бұрын

JMO but I’d get rid of the bed decals

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I would have taken them off on the showroom floor but that might have seemed a little dramatic. I'll be taking those off in a video soon! The little sport 4x4 decals on the back must go!

@drswigermd 3 жыл бұрын

Sam and I have the same hair line

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

This is Sam. You must be a bad ass like me....

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

Wait Brad, your tailgate doesnt have remote release? I thought that was standard starting on 501A, my truck has it. shes no where near as nice as The Wolf, suprising.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Brad knows how to get down for sure. He just can't get back up!

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I think the wolf does but the bed cover keeps it from coming down. It just unlatches. I forget all about it.

@thesamizer 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver I didn't realize that sounded so inappropriate when I said it haha!

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

I have the old fob, on mine it is a huge button. I never use it, I think I’ve used it once out of sheer laziness. Somebody was putting something back there and I didn’t think they would figure out the button on their own. I think it could be very helpful when hooking up to a gooseneck and you want to loose your camera at the last possible second. I don’t have a gooseneck yet, I’m sure I’ll use it more then but for now it’s whatever

@americantrucknation4891 3 жыл бұрын

@@thesamizer I had no idea how to respond to that

@xmldigitz1 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a link for the shocks?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Of course, make sure they fit your truck! www.falconshocks.com/2015-ford-f-150

@tmorris5202 Жыл бұрын

What is the best leveling kit for a 2022 F150 Lariat that will give you the same ride quality or better?

@rhyssams01 Жыл бұрын

Carli suspension

@lukestarr4049 3 жыл бұрын

I am local can you tell me where you got these shock put on??

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Any shop can put them on. I suggest Line-X of Knoxville. They can order and install almost anything. We are in there weekly.

@lukestarr4049 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver nice! thanks bud.

@jimmyr1683 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, new to this. But how does a shock by itself level a truck?

@jandry6598 2 жыл бұрын

These have levels that you attach a ring to that holds the shocks. You can stick with the factory height, or there are two higher levels that raise up where the springs attach to the body of the shock, raising the overall height.

@ShockSurplus 2 жыл бұрын

the front shock has different circlips that hold the coil spring seat. Depending on where this collar sits, will affect how much higher over stock the front of the truck will sit, since the springs are now being pre-loaded and wont settle as much.

@jimmyr1683 2 жыл бұрын

@@ShockSurplus I've actually learned more about this in the past year. I just bought a 22 Ram 1500 with the off road package. I'm looking at Bilstein or eibach front leveling springs

@andrewrandenburg4095 3 жыл бұрын

What would just adding these do to the mpg

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I would say probably wouldn't hurt too bad. It will raise the front end up a tad so there will be a little bit more drag on the vehicle. Most people end up putting bigger wheels and tires on at the same time though and this will definitely bring miles per gallon down a couple.

@traceyclatterbuck6500 Жыл бұрын

So it's been a year. Is Sam still pleased with the Falcon Shock System? I'm considering putting them on my '22. They're expensive, so would you do it again?

@BackroadDriver Жыл бұрын

I've had them since February of 21. I still love them. Excellent ride quality compared to factory. It's going to be a little bit stiffer but the entire truck is more controlled and handles way better.

@traceyclatterbuck6500 Жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver Awesome! and Thanks!!

@djjf45 Жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver What did you use for springs on the front? Can you use your stock springs with the 2+" lift?

@drswigermd 3 жыл бұрын

Truck mods are like Crack

@thesamizer 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly, let's hope I never run out of money! Ha!

@Biỉank777 Жыл бұрын

Tires size please

@BackroadDriver Жыл бұрын

Wow! this video was about a year and a half ago and a bazillion subscribers later! On the realz though, here is one of our older videos when I first installed wheels and tires on the Hammer! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j8eCdtRl08nGoqc.html

@leronewiley9155 3 жыл бұрын

what is that lever by the bump stock @ 7:46?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

It's a ride height sensor. There is also one of those in the front. They come on 502a and higher trim levels with the projector headlights. It allows the headlights to adjust if there is a large load in the bed or if there is a level on the truck. It's basically a safety feature. I have not had to adjust my headlights even though the Falcon shocks raise the front end up around two and a half inches.

@sw3835 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone dealing with terrible squeak from these??? Man, my truck looks and rides incredible, but the squeaking is horrible! Any advice??

@tamermogannam 2 жыл бұрын

On another video someone was also complaining about squeaking noise. After working with Teraflex they determined that the root cause was due to failing to remove the old dust shield included with the OEM struts. The video was not updated to reflect the change, therefore I cannot confirm that it solved his problem. The directions included with the shocks do state NOT to install the dust shield. I can see from Sam’s video that they kept the dust shield since you cannot see the yellow bump stop on the front strut. Sam are you experiencing similar issues? I haven’t installed mine yet, but I’m planning not to install the dust shields. Here’s the link. Read the comment section. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rN6hhc14u7yVgaM.html

@lycheeznuts 3 жыл бұрын

Lariats don't come with a bed liner? Yikes

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, Bed liners are an add on item for every truck. Ford, Chevy, and Ram...

@lycheeznuts 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver at least peel off that goofy sport sticker

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

This is Sam. I've been wanting to do that since I saw it in the showroom. I thought that might be a little bit disrespectful lol! I'll make sure it happens on video. Thanks for watching!

@lycheeznuts 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver if trucks new and been sitting in the sun all day it should peel right off without any goo gone or anything

@ryanclaypole2619 3 жыл бұрын

How’s the ride quality on every day roads?

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

It's a little bit stiffer but it also adds a little bit more control. I found myself looking for potholes to hit just because I thought it was funny. It's definitely not as cushy as the factory suspension but I think it feels the way an F-150 should come from Ford. Factory trucks often have the back end step out a little bit over railroad tracks or larger bumps. This never fills out of control and is very predictable.

@jameypurvis2630 2 жыл бұрын

Link for the shocks

@BackroadDriver 2 жыл бұрын

Here is the link. I love them. amzn.to/3l2JDUe

@ShockSurplus 2 жыл бұрын

dont support amazon, buy from us =P www.shocksurplus.com/products/teraflex-falcon-sport-tow-haul-leveling-system-strut-shocks-2015-2019-ford-f150-2wd-4wd-05-04-32-400-2

@fabr6r6 11 ай бұрын

What setting did you set at?? 2in? Or 2.5?

@robertramirez2387 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought my 2021 f150, and I’m looking for a suspension upgrade but I can’t find anything for the 2021 f150. I contacted Falcon, Bilstein , Fox and Icon and they don’t recommend the 2020 products for the 2021. What’s your input on this ??

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I love my Falcon setup. Rides way better than stock and tows and hauls heavier loads with ease. They may come out with something 5% better in 6 months but who cares. That's my 2 cents.

@robertramirez2387 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver I was just wondering about the fitment, if it’s a like for like, on bolt pattern and size ??? Thanks !

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Fits just like the previous gen with no issues.

@BackroadDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Upper control arms have a new sensor on some trucks with certain options but will not effect this or any other leveling kit without new control arms. Replacing upper control arms on some trucks will be the only issue.

@robertramirez2387 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackroadDriver thanks for the info !