{"product_id":"97-03-ford-f-150-2-inch-leveling-kit-torsion-keys-zone-offroad","title":"Zone Offroad 2-Inch Torsion Key Leveling Kit | 1997-2003 Ford F-150 4WD","description":"\u003ch3\u003eZone Offroad 2-Inch Torsion Key Leveling Kit | 1997–2003 Ford F-150 4WD | SKU: F78\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is for the 1997–2003 Ford F-150 \u003cstrong\u003e4WD\u003c\/strong\u003e owner who wants to eliminate the factory nose-down rake and level the truck front-to-rear with a 2-inch front lift. The 1997–2003 F-150 4WD uses a torsion bar front suspension — forged replacement torsion keys recalibrate the torsion bar indexing for a controlled 2-inch front lift without spacers, shock replacement, or geometry modification. If your F-150 is 2WD, this kit will not fit — the 2WD uses a twin I-beam front suspension, not torsion bars. If your F-150 is a 2004 or newer model, this kit will not fit — the 2004+ F-150 uses a coil-over strut front suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Result\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zone Offroad F78 raises the front of the 1997–2003 F-150 4WD by 2 inches via forged replacement torsion keys that index the torsion bar at a higher preload position than the factory keys. The rear height is unchanged. The result is a level stance front-to-rear, eliminating the factory nose-down rake. Direct bolt-on installation — no cutting, welding, or suspension modification required beyond torsion key replacement and adjuster bolt calibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVerified Fitment (OFAS Standard)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1997–2003 Ford F-150 4WD — Torsion Bar Front Suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e ✓\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997–2003 Ford F-150 2WD — twin I-beam front suspension, not torsion bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2004 or newer Ford F-150 — coil-over strut front suspension, different leveling method required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford F-250 or F-350 — incompatible platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTorsion Key Leveling — How It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe 1997–2003 F-150 4WD uses torsion bars as the front spring medium. Factory torsion keys index the torsion bar at a preload position that creates a slight nose-down rake from the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eZone Offroad forged replacement keys index the torsion bar at a higher preload position — raising the front 2 inches without adding spacers, replacing shocks, or modifying suspension geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAfter key installation, the torsion bar adjuster bolt is calibrated to achieve the desired 2-inch lift per Zone Offroad instructions included with the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLeveling Kit vs. Lift Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeveling kit (F78, this listing):\u003c\/strong\u003e Front +2 inches only — rear unchanged — truck sits level — bolt-on torsion key replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raises the entire vehicle front and rear — significantly higher price point and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSystem Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU \/ Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e F78\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone Offroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 inches (front only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged torsion key replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torsion bar front suspension — 4WD only\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4WD only — does NOT fit 2WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997–2003 Ford F-150 4WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForged replacement torsion keys (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll required hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended. Torsion key replacement requires proper torsion bar unloading and torque sequencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFront alignment recommended post-installation to verify caster and camber are within spec at the new ride height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAfter key installation, calibrate the torsion bar adjuster bolt per Zone Offroad instructions to achieve the desired 2-inch lift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify tire and wheel clearance with your specific offset and tire combination after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Question:\u003c\/strong\u003e Have you confirmed your F-150 is a 1997–2003 4WD model with torsion bar front suspension? 2WD owners — twin I-beam suspension, this kit does not apply. 2004 or newer F-150 owners — coil-over strut suspension, a different leveling method is required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zone Off-Road","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51417111757121,"sku":"F78","price":101.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1284\/1793\/files\/ZONF78-FQMS.jpg?v=1771967305","url":"https:\/\/obsidianforgedautosupply.com\/products\/97-03-ford-f-150-2-inch-leveling-kit-torsion-keys-zone-offroad","provider":"Obsidian Forged Auto Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}