The aFe Control Sway-A-Way 2.5in front coilover kit (MPN 301-5600-10) is a bolt-in replacement for the front suspension of the 2010-2014 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. Each unit uses bright zinc plated steel cylinder bodies and CNC machined aluminum components, and the manufacturer says the kit is 100% designed and built in the USA. Its 7/8" polished nitro steel shafts and multi-seal carrier are meant to prevent leakage. The manufacturer also describes 20+ years of testing behind the design, and it claims the kit offers better off road damping curves without sacrificing any on road comfort or handling. For Raptor owners looking for a front coilover upgrade, that claim is the main reason to choose this over a cheaper generic kit.
The kit is pre-set for 2"-2.5" of lift, and a spanner wrench is included, allowing you to adjust your ride height. The manufacturer states it is designed as a direct fit application and requires no modifications to the vehicle. Owners on user forums warn that these coil-overs are specific to my year, engine type and 4WD. There is a left coil-over and right, not interchangeable. One forum thread describes a shop that struggled to align new units, so confirm the left and right parts before you start. Searchers looking for a 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Raptor 2.5 front coilover, a Raptor remote reservoir shock, or a 2 to 2.5 inch front lift kit should note that this MPN is the base version, not the compression-adjuster model.
No. The manufacturer offers the compression adjusters on a separate version, part number 301-5600-10-CA, which mount directly into the remote reservoir. The base kit is listed with a remote reservoir and mounting brackets.
The manufacturer states the kit is pre-set for 2 to 2.5 inches of lift. The included spanner wrench is used to adjust ride height within that setup.
Owners on user forums report that the left and right units are not interchangeable, so confirm the correct side before installing.
The manufacturer describes this as a direct-fit package that requires no modifications, which suits a home garage with a solid jack setup. Expect to remove the wheels, separate the upper ball joints and tie rod ends, and disconnect the sway bar links, ABS sensor wire, and brake line bracket at the spindle. Plan on a floor jack, jack stands, and a ball joint separator. Owners on user forums say an install at home went smoothly for them, but matching the left and right units to the correct corners is the most common point of trouble. Check the fit of each unit before final tightening.
