{"product_id":"2021-2023-raptor-heavy-duty-billet-top-hat-2-inch-lift-phase-2","title":"Foutz Motorsports Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat - 2 inch Lift - Phase 2 2021-2023 Ford F-150 Raptor","description":"\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"black\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrade your stock front shock top hats that are prone to failure with the latest advancement from the team at Foutz Motorsports.  Our new Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat kit provides the ultimate in strength and durability for your Raptor by using bigger and stronger WSSX14T - wide series 7\/8 FK uniballs made with 17-4 stainless steel races and 400 series stainless steel ball.  These are the strongest Uniball available and provide more surface area on the ball than any other option.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur new Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat not only uses the new stronger Uniball configuration but also employs a new threaded top retainer to help keep the Uniball in place and support the ring clip from coming loose under abuse.  The top cap threads into the main body and is retained with 4 stainless steel Allan screws to ensure it cant back out.  The new top cap design also adds extra support the the side of the Uniball where the center ball puts pressure on the race area to help keep the Uniball last longer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Phase 2 kit will add preload to the stock springs and provide about 2\" of lift when installed with stock springs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1054\/1650\/files\/2024-2025-ford-raptor-heavy-duty-billet-top-hat-1-5-inch-lift-stock-shock_6.png?v=1753927716\" alt=\"\" width=\"367\" height=\"458\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit uses 12mm studs to match Gen 3 shock towers and is designed to add 2 inches of lift without replacing the front spring or adding a lower collar. It delivers the preload you want—without the extra hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum, this top hat is built for performance and precision. The uniball spacers are made from 17-4 stainless steel, delivering exceptional longevity and resistance to wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy upgrade to this billet top hat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Phase 2 Billet Top Hat will add spring preload and provide about 2\" of lift in the front while still using the stock springs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe OEM top hat relies on a rubber bushing, which is prone to failure—especially when aftermarket springs are installed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1054\/1650\/files\/ford-raptor-stock-top-hat-failure-weak-point-strut-damage_2.png?v=1724974169\" width=\"381\" height=\"309\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFailure of the factory bushing can allow the shock to drop out of the spring bucket, potentially damaging other suspension components.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevents costly suspension damage by replacing the weak link in your stock setup with a robust billet solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's different from a standard Billet Top Hat Kits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original billet top hat uses a 3\/4 standard FK Uniball and the new Heavy Duty Billet Top hat uses a WSSX14T 7\/8\" Uniball that provides nearly double the overall strength of the standard 3\/4\" standard Uniball\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe addition of the threaded top retainer ensures the Uniball ring clip can't come out and let the bearing shift or fail.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new threaded top retainer was also designed so that it holds pressure on the side of the bearing race at the thinnest area where it has the most pressure from the center ball to support the side of the race and making the bearing last much longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Increased Ride Height: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds 2\" of lift by increasing preload—no need to replace front springs or add lower spring collars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Heavy Duty Construction: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCNC-machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum for precision fit and maximum strength. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Upgraded Bearing Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eFeatures a larger FK uniball and a thread-in retainer for improved bearing support and retention.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Premium Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-quality FK uniballs for industry-leading durability and 17-4 stainless steel uniball spacers for long-lasting performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• OEM-Compatible Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses 12mm studs to match 2021-2023 Raptor shock towers (check your application).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Eliminates Common Failure Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplaces the factory rubber bushing, which is known to fail—especially with aftermarket springs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-048f933f-7fff-97e3-c329-f360204cb925\"\u003e• Damage Prevention: \u003c\/b\u003ePrevents the shock from dropping out of the spring bucket and damaging other suspension components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"black\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ee highly recommend pairing these Billet Top Hats with our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ford Raptor (2021-2024) Front Limit Strap Kit for Stock Lower A-Arm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foutzmotorsports.com\/products\/gen-3-raptor-front-limit-strap-kit-for-stock-suspension-parts?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d6a03d383\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Limit Strap Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ethat features a mounting bracket with a built-in bump pad\u003cspan\u003e so a front bump stop can be easily added at any time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ford Raptor (2021-2024) Front Limit Strap Kit for Stock Lower A-Arm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foutzmotorsports.com\/products\/gen-3-raptor-front-limit-strap-kit-for-stock-suspension-parts?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d6a03d383\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(details) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"black\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"black\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Includes:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(6) M12 - 1.5 x 50\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(4) Pivot Spacers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e****** This is a Phase 2 lift Top Hat ******\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n    \/* Scoped CSS for this dropdown only *\/\n    .fmi-dropdown summary {\n      font-weight: 600;\n      font-size: 16px;\n      cursor: pointer;\n      background: #000;\n      color: #FFD700;\n      padding: 10px;\n      border-radius: 4px;\n      list-style: none; \/* remove default arrow *\/\n      position: relative;\n    }\n\n  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--\u003e\n      \u003c!-- \u003cimg src=\"YOUR-IMAGE-URL-HERE\" alt=\"HD Top Hat Kit\"\u003e --\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Billet Aluminum top hats utilize a serviceable and replaceable uniball that will have to be serviced from time to time. The uniball is pressed into the billet aluminum housing that we manufacture and the uniball will wear out over time but can be easily replaced with a low cost replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe amount of time the uniball will last is variable and will differ from customer to customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe uniballs are not something we manufacture at Foutz Motorsports. We use industry leading FK rod ends uniballs in all of our suspension components to ensure the best possible quality for your kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe uniball is designed to be a wear item and to be replaced when they start to wear out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eFor the Heavy Duty billet top hat we use the FK uniball part number \u003cstrong\u003eWSSX14T\u003c\/strong\u003e and you can find that replacement part at this link: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foutzmotorsports.com\/collections\/serviceable-parts\/products\/wssx14t-uniball-0-875-bore-wssx14t-fk-bearings-plain-spherical-bearings\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFK WSSX14T Replacement Uniball\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Foutz Motorsports","offers":[{"title":"Billet - raw aluminum","offer_id":44369343479911,"sku":"FMI050103970540100","price":679.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"FOX Orange Anodized","offer_id":44369343512679,"sku":"FMI050103970540192","price":679.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Anodize","offer_id":44369343545447,"sku":"FMI050103970540191","price":679.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/0865\/files\/2024-2025-ford-raptor-heavy-duty-billet-top-hat-2-inch-lift-stock-shock_13.png?v=1786035310","url":"https:\/\/apollooffroad.com\/products\/2021-2023-raptor-heavy-duty-billet-top-hat-2-inch-lift-phase-2","provider":"Apollo Off-Road","version":"1.0","type":"link"}