Originally Posted by RanniWins

Thanks for the responses, everyone!

@Mexstan - I appreciate the suggestion to check out Ford forums and specifically Kelderman suspensions. I'll definitely take a look at what they offer.

@NIOMARVIN83 - Your recommendations are super helpful! I'm interested in the air suspension kits from Kelderman and the heavy-duty shocks from Bilstein or Fox. I'll also look into upgraded leaf springs since I do plan on carrying heavy loads frequently.

I hadn't considered the need for larger tires and high-performance brakes, but that makes a lot of sense given the towing and off-roading I'll be doing. Upgrading the cooling system sounds like a smart move to prevent overheating. Thanks for the advice!

If anyone has more insights or personal experiences with these upgrades, I'd love to hear them. Thanks again for the help!