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Desolate Motorsports 3.5" "DAILY DRIVER" NBC Suspension System (Front & Rear) – 1980–1996 Ford F-Series
Desolate Motorsports 3.5" "DAILY DRIVER" NBC Suspension System (Front & Rear) – 1980–1996 Ford F-Series
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Desolate Motorsports 3.5" "DAILY DRIVER" NBC Suspension System (Front & Rear) – 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD
Get the ride quality and performance of a premium Desolate suspension system—without the hassle of sending in your factory TTB beams. The Desolate Motorsports 3.5" "DAILY DRIVER" NBC Suspension System is designed for 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD owners who want a comfortable, capable daily driver with improved off-road performance and a simple bolt-on installation.
NBC (No Beam Core) means exactly that—you don't have to ship your factory Twin Traction Beam housings in for modification. Combined with Desolate's innovative adjustable billet coil spacer system, high-clearance radius arms, and carefully matched rear suspension components, this kit delivers improved ride quality, better handling, and the perfect amount of lift for daily driving and weekend adventures.
Whether you're commuting during the week or heading down the trail on the weekend, this suspension package is built to make your OBS Ford drive better everywhere.
🔥 Key Features
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Fits 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD
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No Beam Core (NBC) Required
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Approximately 3–3.5" of Lift
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100% Bolt-On Installation
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Adjustable Front Ride Height
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Proprietary Billet Adjustable Coil Spacer
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High-Clearance Radius Arms
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Heavy-Duty 1.25" Heim Joints
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Designed for 33" Tires or 35" Tires with Minor Trimming
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Engineered by Desolate Motorsports
🛠️ What is NBC?
NBC stands for "No Beam Core."
Traditional suspension systems often require sending your factory Twin Traction Beam housings away for modification before installation. The NBC package eliminates that entire process.
Benefits include:
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No core exchange required
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Faster installation
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No shipping heavy suspension components
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Less downtime for your truck
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A simpler path to premium suspension performance
It's one of the easiest ways to upgrade your OBS F-150 while keeping the installation straightforward.
💪 Front Suspension Highlights
The front suspension combines proven Desolate geometry with innovative billet components to deliver improved handling and ride quality.
Features include:
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2" lift coil springs
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Heavy-duty 2" drop beam pivot brackets
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Proprietary three-piece billet adjustable coil spacer
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Fine-tunable ride height with removable 1/4" center spacer
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High-clearance extended radius arms
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Massive 1.25" heim joint pivots
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Increased caster geometry for improved highway stability
The unique billet spacer system allows you to dial in your ride height without replacing springs, making it easy to fine-tune your truck's stance.
🌲 Rear Suspension Highlights
The rear suspension is designed to complement the front while maintaining the simplicity of a bolt-on installation.
The package includes:
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Rear add-a-leaf kit
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Extended rear brake line
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Matching rear performance shocks
Together, these components provide the additional rear lift needed to maintain a level stance while improving ride quality and suspension control over the factory setup.
🚙 Why Upgrade?
The Daily Driver NBC System is ideal for owners who want more than a basic lift kit without stepping into a full performance suspension.
Benefits include:
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Improved ride quality
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Better highway handling
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Increased front suspension articulation
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Adjustable ride height
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Stronger radius arm design
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Elimination of factory rubber bushing deflection
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Simple bolt-on installation
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No beam core exchange required
It's the perfect suspension for trucks that spend most of their time on the road but still see regular trail use and outdoor adventures.
🚚 Fitment
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1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD
📦 What's Included
Front Suspension
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2" lift coil springs
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2" drop beam pivot brackets
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Proprietary adjustable billet coil spacers
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High-clearance radius arms
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Required front suspension hardware
Rear Suspension
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Rear add-a-leaf kit
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Matching rear shocks
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Extended rear brake line
⚠️ Important Notes
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Designed specifically for 1980–1996 Ford F-150 4WD
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100% bolt-on installation
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No beam core exchange required
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Professional installation is highly recommended
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Vehicles must be professionally aligned after installation
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Recommended tire size:
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33-inch tires
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35-inch tires with minor trimming
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Provides approximately 3–3.5 inches of lift, depending on vehicle configuration
If you're looking for an easy-to-install suspension that dramatically improves the way your OBS F-150 drives, the Desolate Motorsports 3.5" "DAILY DRIVER" NBC Suspension System is an excellent choice. With adjustable billet coil spacers, high-clearance radius arms, and a complete bolt-on design, it delivers the ride quality, handling, and versatility that make every drive more enjoyable.
