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2004 to 2008 F-150 and Mark-LT
4.2L, 4.6L and 5.4L equipped F-150s and Mark-LTs.


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Old Wed, September 14th, 2011, 10:54 PM
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I just looked online and am wondering is there a difference between the aluminum and steel spacers?
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Old Wed, September 14th, 2011, 11:18 PM
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Awesome. Yeah I'm thinking more towards the steel spacers also. And my tires aren't too big so rubbing shouldn't be a major problem. Would bull bars make my front sag? Or do you guys think it'll be okay on 2.5"?
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Awesome. Yeah I'm thinking more towards the steel spacers also. And my tires aren't too big so rubbing shouldn't be a major problem. Would bull bars make my front sag? Or do you guys think it'll be okay on 2.5"?
I didn't see that comment, and I dont think the bull bars would be a problem at all, and if they did make the front heavier they would only help make it more level
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Old Wed, September 14th, 2011, 11:19 PM
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I just looked online and am wondering is there a difference between the aluminum and steel spacers?
yes... but there really won't be much of a difference as far as i know. The steel will be stronger, but the aluminum should be cheaper/lighter so if you don't have the money for steel, the aluminum should do fine. but then again they might be the same price, so get the steel.

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Old Wed, September 14th, 2011, 11:36 PM
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Lol you'd be surprised to here that the Aluminum one was the the more expensive, but
yeah I want to get the steel ones. What tools would I need to install them? A jack, stands, some wrenches...? Thanks.
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yeah, I guess people will pay more "knowing" that there is less weight so it is worth more... but yeah, I think it isn't going to make sense to buy a weaker product for more money...
Yes aluminum is strong, but steel is for sure stronger, so I would think that it would be best to get the stronger... , especially if it is cheaper.
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Awesome! I just wanted to get the one that covers my grill. Not the fancy one where it covers the lights and all. It's okay bro, I'm glad you reply this community is of much help to me. thanks
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Old Thu, September 15th, 2011, 12:33 AM
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that isn't what I would buy, but it should do the trick...
and yes, this forum is great for getting actual help without too many side conversations, but those can be fun too
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Actually the aluminum ones are a tad heavier because they are a solid chunk that is milled out while the steel ones are two plates welded to a cylinder, but neither one should be any weaker than the other. The aluminum ones are for people that want the blingy look.

And I've really liked my kit and haven't had any trouble with them. The company also sent them pretty quick when I ordered. Just take your time installing them and you wont have any trouble.
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Old Thu, September 15th, 2011, 10:02 PM
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Lol and some forums have really snotty dudes who just reply to add comment count. It
gets pretty annoying after awhile. I see, I'm not really a flashy guy and I dislike chrome
so I guess I'll just be staying with the steel ones. Had another question, does the kit
come with a manual for installing or it just comes with the spacer and bolts?
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