Positioned between the Backcountry and Pintop systems, the Pathfinder suspension is designed for Super Duty owners who prioritize smooth on-road driving and reliable off-road capability. It offers a ride quality similar to the Backcountry on pavement and closely matches the Pintop’s performance on dirt, easing daily driving stress while encouraging off-road adventures. This system provides controlled handling for light to moderate off-road conditions, though it’s less composed than the Pintop on rough, high-speed terrain. On-road, it excels at absorbing small to medium bumps, delivering a comfortable ride without needing aggressive driving.
Equipped with Carli-SPEC 2.5” aluminum shocks featuring a hard-anodized finish for durability, and black-anodized billet components for a premium look, the Pathfinder also uses high-performance red shock oil to maintain consistent damping and reliability. Its larger 2.5” shock bodies improve heat management and extend maintenance intervals. The system lifts the truck 4.5” in front, with Progressive Rate Coil Springs for increased wheel travel, and includes components like Radius Arm Drop Brackets, Sway Bar Links, Bump Stop Drops, an Adjustable Track Bar, Stainless Brake Lines, and Caster Shims to enhance ride quality, control, and safety. The Pathfinder strikes the ideal balance for drivers seeking daily comfort with dependable off-road readiness.
The rear can be outfitted with a replacement Full Progressive Spring Pack (reduces capacity to a “light” ¾-ton) or factory leaf-pack modifying Progressive Add-a-Pack (maintains factory payload capacity and pairs with the factory 3-5/8” block). This is where the F250 and F350 are a bit different. Since 2008, the main spring packs on these two trucks is different; the F250 has a lighter rate spring pack than its 350 counterpart. The F250 Add-a-Pack equipped systems are a nice improvement over stock; the F350 with the Add-a-Pack is still very stiff in the rear as the main pack doesn’t move much unless loaded. We recommend the Full Replacement Leaf Spring packs for both trucks but especially the F350 given the super-stiff factory springs. If capacity is a concern, the Full Progressive Leaf Springs can be supplemented back to the factory capacity of a SRW F350 with the addition of our Long-Travel Airbags. The Full Progressive Leaf Spring Pack will shift the axle slightly forward in the wheel well to ensure maximum tire clearance for a 37” M/T at full compression.
If ordering this kit with an Add-a-Pack, Super Duties equipped with a 2″ tall block from the factory will require the factory 3-5/8″ tall Block to achieve a leveled stance with the Add-a-Pack. Part Number: 7C3Z-5598-HB, 7C3Z-5598-JB
This system fits Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 4x4 trucks from 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.
FITMENT GUIDE
Year Model Part Number
2011-2016 FORD F250 / F350 4x4 CS-F45-BC20-11
2008-2010 FORD F250 / F350 4x4 CS-F45-BC20-08
2005-2007 FORD F250 / F350 4x4 CS-F45-BC20-05
Front Lift | Rear Lift | Front Travel | Rear Travel | Shock Diameter | Tire Fitment |
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4.5″ | 0-3.5″ | 10″ | 12.9″ | 2.5″ | 37″ x 13.5″ |