Why aren't trucks "level" to begin with?

[100%TtId]

I'm looking at a leveling kit for my F150 and the thought crossed my mind.

Is there some reason why they aren't level right off the factory line?

[duckmanep]

aerodynamics

[Black Ice]

Arrow dynamics fo betta gas mileage? I prefer the leveled look also but have no idea.

[RAGUIRREJR]

You need that rake when towing or loading the bed

[30-30]

Compensates for load sag.

[100%TtId]

Compensates for load sag.

So, you're saying I need to get on a diet?

[systemnt]

A certain amount of rake improves aero-dynamics, towing, handling, mpg's..etc.... if one had to guess those are reasonable assumptions..
Or ..the mfg's are in bed with the aftermart companies through licensing, patents, subsideraries..etc

[biglew]

So, you're saying I need to get on a diet?

LMAO!

Does the left side come higher than the right to compensate?

[txtrophy85]

Compensates for load sag.

yep.


only downside is it makes the truck look stupid.

worst looking truck ever is a stock height 1 ton chevy or ford 4x4....looks like a plow

[Todd-ty729]

Compensates for load sag.

This!

Nothing more, nothing less!


The nice thing about newer model pickups is if you have a leveled truck and put weight in/on it, you can adjust the head lights so they don't act like high beams all the time.

At least the Tundra's do this!