Ridetech Front Suspension System F-100 1973-1979

The Ford F-100 was designed as a reliable, work-ready pickup. It wasn't built for fun back roads or quick lap times. Ridetech is here to solve that problem. If you want to build the fastest, sharpest-cornering F-100 under the sun, this complete Front Suspension (12312799) will provide an all-new system.

Features and Benefits:
- Removes bulky, heavy, poor handling twin I-beam suspension
- Bolt-in cross-member with H-style construction
- Superb suspension geometry, built without compromise
- Delrin bushings on upper and lower control arms
- UCA cross shaft allows for easy alignment and use of caster slugs
- Adjustable steering stop on lower control arm
- Increased camber gain/ 5-8 degrees caster for improved high-speed stability
- 63.5” in front width (wheel mount surface to wheel mount surface)
- Motor mount “loops” connect cradle to frame rails to reinforce frame
- Front sway bar measures 1.5″ & provides confident cornering and smooth ride
- Rack and pinion steering conversion for 79-93 Mustang style steering rack
- Entire system saves approximately 130lbs. from the front of the truck
- Bump steer has been virtually eliminated

Eliminating the old I-Beam suspension, this extensively engineered system reduces weight, reinforces weak points, and can be installed in your garage with basic tools. A bolt-on front cross-member aligns with original rivet holes in the frame, and only requires drilling for the many grade-8 fasteners included.

The system incorporates the popular and commonly available Fox Body Mustang Steering Rack, along with highly-adjustable control arms that feature Delrin bushings. Compared to other Crown Vic or street rod front suspension systems, this Ridetech system offers greater strength and unparalleled suspension geometry. Make no mistake. To tear up a track or autocross circuit, Ridetech is the cream of the crop.

The system accepts Ridetech coilovers or Shockwave air suspension, providing you with some options. Coil-overs are the essential performance choice. Ridetech's coils feature easy-to-swap springs, and 24-position rebound adjustment clicks. Shockwave air suspension provides full adjustability over your spring rate and ride height, using compressed air, with the added bonus of "airing out" for a super aggressive appearance. This can lower your truck an additional 3 inches, over the Ridetech system's existing drop of 5 inches.

Please Note:
- Utilizes Ridetech tall spindle which uses “AFX brake kits”
- Many brake kits (including Wilwood) are dual-drilled for 5 x 4.5″ or 5 x 4.75″ lug pattern
- Brake kit for the stock 5 x 5.5″ lug pattern coming soon
- If using more than 4.5 inches of backspacing,18 inch wheels are required
- Motor mounts options for Modular Ford, Ford FE, and Small Block Ford, Chevy LS / Small Block / Big Block
- Adaptable to stock steering column using kit 12319505, includes column adapter, U-Joint and shaft