Desolate Motorsports Long Travel "Super Duty" Straight Axle Conversion Kit (Front Only) – 1980–1996 Ford F-Series

Desolate Motorsports Long Travel "Super Duty" Straight Axle Conversion Kit (Front Only) – 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD

If you're ready to take your OBS F-150 beyond the limits of the factory Twin Traction Beam suspension, the Desolate Motorsports Long Travel "Super Duty" Straight Axle Conversion Kit delivers the strength, suspension travel, and durability serious off-road enthusiasts demand.

Designed around the 2005–2016 Ford Super Duty Dana 60 front axle, this front suspension conversion transforms your truck into a highly capable trail and rock-crawling machine. By combining a heavy-duty solid axle with a custom four-link suspension and performance coilovers, you'll gain increased articulation, exceptional durability, and the confidence to tackle terrain that would overwhelm a factory front suspension.

Whether you're building an overland truck, dedicated trail rig, or rock crawler, this system provides the foundation for one of the strongest front suspension setups available for an OBS Ford.

🔥 Key Features

• Fits 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD

• Designed for 2005–2016 Ford Super Duty Dana 60 Front Axle

• Provides Approximately 4–8" of Lift

• Long Travel Straight Axle Conversion

• Performance Coilover Suspension

• Converts to an 8-Lug Wheel Pattern

• Increases Front Track Width Approximately 4"

• Powder-Coated Link Arms & Brackets

• Designed for Serious Rock Crawling & Trail Use

• Engineered by Desolate Motorsports

🛠️ Why Convert to a Super Duty Dana 60?

The factory TTB suspension performs exceptionally well for many applications, but when your build demands maximum durability and articulation, a straight axle conversion is the next step.

Upgrading to a 2005–2016 Super Duty Dana 60 provides:

• Significantly stronger axle housing

• Larger ring gear

• Heavy-duty axle shafts

• Massive Super Duty brakes

• Improved durability for oversized tires

• Increased ground clearance

• Outstanding suspension articulation

• Proven reliability in extreme off-road conditions

The conversion also upgrades your truck from a 5-lug to an 8-lug wheel pattern, opening the door to stronger wheels and heavier-duty components.

💪 Front Suspension Highlights

This kit is engineered around long-travel suspension geometry that provides exceptional control and articulation on challenging terrain.

Features include:

• Custom long-travel link suspension

• Performance coilover shock mounts

• Heavy-duty powder-coated suspension links

• Powder-coated chassis brackets

• Raw weld-on coilover towers for custom installation

• Increased front track width for improved stability

• Adjustable ride height from approximately 4–8 inches

Every system is tailored to your build. After purchase, a Desolate Motorsports representative will discuss your tire size, desired ride height, and intended vehicle use to ensure the suspension is configured for your application.

🪨 Built for Extreme Off-Road Performance

This suspension was designed with serious off-road enthusiasts in mind.

Ideal for:

• Rock crawling

• Technical trail riding

• Overland builds

• Large tire applications

• High-clearance off-road trucks

The increased suspension travel and stronger axle allow your truck to confidently handle terrain that pushes factory suspension systems beyond their limits.

🚚 Fitment

• 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD

Designed for use with:

• 2005–2016 Ford F-250 or F-350 Dana 60 Front Axle

📦 What's Included

• Long-travel front suspension conversion components

• Powder-coated link arms

• Powder-coated chassis brackets

• Coilover shock mounting components

• Raw weld-on shock towers

• Required installation hardware

⚠️ Customer-Supplied Components

The following components are required and are not included:

• Complete 2005–2016 Ford F-250/F-350 Dana 60 front axle with brakes

• Factory steering linkage (tie rods and drag link) from the donor axle

• Rear 8-lug axle to match the front conversion

• Performance coilover shocks

⚠️ Important Notes

• Designed specifically for 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD

• Provides approximately 4–8 inches of lift

• Increases front track width by approximately 4 inches

• Converts the truck from 5-lug to 8-lug wheels

• Link arms and brackets arrive powder coated black

• Shock towers are supplied raw and require welding

• A stock Bronco front driveshaft can be reused with Desolate's conversion U-joint

• Trucks lifted 6 inches or higher may require a custom front driveshaft or transfer case modifications

• Desolate Motorsports strongly recommends pairing this system with the PSC Power Steering Pump Upgrade for maximum steering performance

• Professional installation, welding, and final alignment are strongly recommended

For builders who demand uncompromising strength and capability, the Desolate Motorsports Long Travel "Super Duty" Straight Axle Conversion Kit delivers a massive leap in off-road performance. Combining the legendary durability of the Super Duty Dana 60 with long-travel suspension geometry, this system is built to conquer everything from technical rock gardens to remote backcountry trails with confidence.