Overview
The Rough Country 501055 is a 6 inch Ford lifted N3 front strut for the 2009 to 2013 Ford F-150. It is a direct fit for the front position and fits the FX2, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lariat Limited, Limited, Platinum, STX, XL and XLT trims.
The strut only fits trucks with 6 inches of lift. The N3 lifted struts are designed to replace strut spacers on pre-existing lifted vehicles only, so this strut suits an F-150 that already has 6 inches of lift. It cannot be installed together with a strut spacer.
Each strut is nitrogen charged and comes with a pre-installed coil, which allows installation without strut disassembly. The N3 design has a massive bore, a chrome hardened piston rod, a leak-proof piston seal and a variable dampening system. It improves tire contact with the road for stability and performance.
Key features
- 6 inch front lift for 2009 to 2013 F-150 trucks
- Replaces strut spacers on pre-existing lifted trucks
- Pre-installed coil spring
- Nitrogen charged design
- Massive bore and chrome hardened piston rod
- Variable dampening system
Matching the truck
Before buying a front strut for a lifted F-150, confirm that the truck’s current lift is the height the strut is built for. A strut matched to the wrong height changes the spring position and damping, which can affect steering feel and tire wear. Checking the existing front end and any spacers helps avoid a mismatch.
Ask whether the truck has other suspension work, such as new shocks, upper control arm bushings or wheel offset changes. These parts interact with the front strut, and a worn bushing can make a new strut feel loose. Brake hoses and the steering components should also be looked over while the front is apart.
Regular checks after installation include the mounting nuts, the strut boot and any signs of leaks or noise over bumps.
- Confirm the existing lift before ordering
- Look at upper control arm bushings
- Check mounting nuts after installation
Specifications
| Brand | Rough Country |
|---|---|
| Part number | 501055 |
| Product type | Lifted N3 strut |
| Lift | 6 inches |
| Charge | Nitrogen charged |
| Position | Front |
| Warranty | 3-year Limited Warranty |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
| Vehicle | Ford F-150, 2009 to 2013 |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 2009 to 2013 Ford F-150 in the FX2, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lariat Limited, Limited, Platinum, STX, XL and XLT trims.
The strut only fits models with 6 inches of lift. Other F-150 model years are not on the list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Remove any strut spacer before fitting, because this strut cannot be installed with one in place. Confirm the truck has 6 inches of lift before buying.
What’s included
It is a single 6 inch front lifted strut with a pre-installed coil. It has a 3-year Limited Warranty.
