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Ford Transit Suspension Upgrades

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What’s involved in a Ford Transit suspension upgrade?

A Ford Transit Suspension Upgrade usually entails upgrading or replacing elements such as shocks, springs, and occasionally sway bars to boost the van’s stability, comfort, and handling. These enhancements are customized to each van’s configuration to accommodate heavy loads, off-road adventures, and improve ride comfort. It’s recommended to have a professional evaluation and installation to guarantee the best performance and safety.

Whether your van is RWD or AWD, we have solutions for you!

If you’re uncertain about the type of Ford Transit suspension upgrade necessary for your vehicle, don’t hesitate to contact us for assistance.

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Transit Trail Package

Ford Transit Ride Improvement Packages

Ford Transit Ride Improvement Packages provide a suite of upgrades specifically designed to enhance your van’s handling, comfort, and stability, delivering a smoother and more pleasurable driving experience.

If your van is older or has a lot of miles, it might just need to have the shocks and struts replaced to get it riding like it was when it was new.

Our Factory Refresh Package includes:

  • Replacing your worn out rear shocks and front struts with OEM replacements

Does your van feel top heavy and unstable? This upgrade level can eliminate un-controlled swaying, reduce harsh bottom out, and improve overall ride quality and handling.

Our Stop the Sway Package includes:

Looking to correct that unsightly rear sag that results in poor ride quality and wallowing handling. This upgrade level can restore the ride height back to the original range, eliminates un-controlled swaying, and reduces harsh bottom out.

Our Eliminate the Sag Package includes:

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Ford Transit Lift Kits

Ford Transit Lift Kits are engineered to elevate your van’s ground clearance, boosting its off-road prowess while accommodating bigger tires. These kits not only improve the vehicle’s look but also its performance on tough terrains. They even enhance your van’s highway handling!

*The most common requests are for AWD Transit models. However, we have options for RWD models as well, so don’t hesitate to reach out.

For those looking for some additional clearance and improved handling, our Dialed Lift Kit Package may be right for you.

Our Dialed Lift Kit Package Includes:

  • VanCompass Stage 1 Lift Kit
  • Front Springs Lift Kit
  • Rear Blocks Lift Kit
  • Tuned Falcon 2.1 Monotube Rear Shock
  • High Clearance Rear Shock Brackets

Benefits Include:

  • Improved handling and weight bearing
  • Increased rear ground clearance
  • Room for larger tires

This is the ideal system for the no frills owner that wants to not only fix poor ride quality, rear weight management, and wallowing handling, but also make room for some new wheels and tires. This kit will transform both the stance and handling of your Transit.

Our Mild Lift Kit Package Includes:

  • VanCompass Stage 3 Lift Kit
  • Front Springs Lift Kit
  • Optional Upgrade to Bilstein B6 Struts
  • Rear 5-Leaf Mini-Spring Pack and Bump Stop Spacers
  • Tuned Falcon 2.1 Monotube Rear Shock (optional upgrade to adjustable shocks)
  • High Clearance Rear Shock Brackets

Benefits Include:

  • 2″ of front lift to fit larger tires (up to 245/75R16)
  • 2″-2.5″ of rear lift increases ground and tire size clearance
  • Preserves factory CV, tie rod and control arm angles
  • Enhanced sway and cornering stability
  • Increased control over small bumps
  • Increased off road performance and capability

Ready to go the extra mile and have a fully adjustable / tunable suspension package? This is the ideal system for the uncompromising owner that wants to not only fix poor ride quality and wallowing handling, but take their van to the limit of what is possible off road.

Our Wild Lift Kit Package Includes:

  • WeldTec Ford Transit 2″ AWD Suspension Lift Kit
  • Front King Coilovers with Piggyback Reservoir and Adjustable Compression
  • Fully Adjustable Lower Control Arms
  • Rear Adjustable King Shocks with Remote Reservoir
  • High Clearance Rear Shock Brackets
  • Progressive Rate Rear Leaf Springs

Benefits:

  • 4 corner externally adjustable shocks – an easy to adjust knob allows the user to easily fine tune their ride based on load, terrain, and driver preference.
  • 2″ of front lift to fit larger tires (up to 265/75R16, depending upon your wheel selection)
  • Biggest and best shocks on the market!
  • 2″-2.5″ of rear lift increases ground and tire size clearance
  • Preserves factory CV, tie rod and control arm angles
  • Enhanced sway and cornering stability
  • Increase control over small bumps
  • Increased off road performance and capability
  • King shocks are fully rebuildable, so they will last the life of your van
  • Stronger support brackets, front and rear, to handle whatever you throw at it!

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Transform Your Ford Transit into a Transit Trail!


Upgrade your Ford Transit using the ContraTrail Package from Contravans. This package is crafted to reflect and surpass the renowned Ford Transit Trail modification, offering enhancements in your van’s performance, maneuverability, and elevation. It’s the perfect enhancement for gearing up your vehicle for an adventurous lifestyle.

ContraTrail Information
Ford Transit Trail Package

Contact us for your Ford Transit Suspension Upgrades

  • sales@contravans.com
  • 720-515-1088
  • Serving the entire U.S. from Denver, CO
  • Monday – Friday
    9am – 4pm Mountain
    *visits by appointment only, please

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