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2024+ Raptor Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat - 1.5 inch Lift | Phase 2

Description

Upgrade your stock front shock top hats with Foutz Motorsports Heavy Duty Billet Top Hats, built for maximum strength and durability on your Raptor
  • Featuring WSSX14T wide-series 7/8" FK uniballs with 17-4 stainless steel races and a 400-series stainless steel ball, these are the strongest uniballs available, offering more surface area for superior performance and longevity. 
  • The threaded top retainer with four stainless steel Allen screws keeps the uniball securely in place and prevents the ring clip from loosening under extreme use, while adding support where the center ball loads the race. 
  • The Phase 2 kit provides 1.5" of lift with stock springs, using 12mm studs to match Raptor shock towers—delivering preload and lift without extra hardware or spring replacement.
  •  CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with 17-4 stainless steel spacers, these top hats offer precision, durability, and long-lasting performance for serious off-road use.

Key Features: 

• Increased Ride Height: Adds 1.5" of lift by increasing preload—no need to replace front springs or add lower spring collars.

• Heavy Duty Construction: CNC-machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum for precision fit and maximum strength. 

• Upgraded Bearing Assembly: Features a larger FK uniball and a thread-in retainer for improved bearing support and retention.  

• Premium Components: High-quality FK uniballs for industry-leading durability and 17-4 stainless steel uniball spacers for long-lasting performance

• OEM-Compatible Fitment: Uses 12mm studs to match 2024 and up Raptor shock towers (check your application).

• Eliminates Common Failure Point: Replaces the factory rubber bushing, which is known to fail—especially with aftermarket springs.

• Damage Prevention: Prevents the shock from dropping out of the spring bucket and damaging other suspension components.

Why upgrade to this billet top hat?

  • The Phase 2 Billet Top Hat will add spring preload and provide about 1.5" of lift in the front while still using the stock springs.
  • The OEM top hat relies on a rubber bushing (pictured below), which is prone to failure, especially when aftermarket springs are installed.
  • Failure of the factory bushing can allow the shock to drop out of the spring bucket, potentially damaging other suspension components.
  • Prevents costly suspension damage by replacing the weak link in your stock setup with a robust billet solution.

What’s Different from the Standard Foutz Billet Top Hat?

  • The original billet top hat uses a 3/4" FK uniball, while the new Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat features a WSSX14T 7/8" uniball, nearly doubling the strength of the standard design.
  • A threaded top retainer prevents the uniball ring clip from coming loose, keeping the bearing securely in place.
  • The retainer is also designed to support the side of the bearing race at its thinnest, highest-pressure area, extending the life of the uniball under extreme loads.

Recommended Upgrade:

For optimal performance, pair these Billet Top Hats with our  Front Limit Strap Kit, which includes a mounting bracket with a built-in bump pad, allowing a front bump stop to be easily added at any time (details)

Kit Includes:  

(6) M12 - 1.5 x 50

(4) Pivot Spacers


IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING

NOTE: 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.

The amount of time the uniball will last is variable and will differ from customer to customer.

The 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.

The uniball is designed to be a wear item and to be replaced when they start to wear out.

For the Heavy Duty billet top hat we use the FK uniball part number WSSX14T and you can find that replacement part at this link: FK WSSX14T Replacement Uniball

Color:
$ 679.99
ANODIZED CARE & DISCLAIMER:   read before ordering
⚠️ WARNING:
 Improper cleaning can permanently damage the anodic coating on billet aluminum parts, causing fading, staining, or discoloration. 

SOAPS / CLEANERS THAT DAMAGE :
High-pH (alkaline) soaps, degreasers, and acidic wheel cleaners can fade, stain, or strip anodized aluminum, especially when they contain sodium hydroxide (lye) or other strong acids. Heavy-duty fast-acting alkaline cleaners designed for engine bays or wheels should not be used on anodized surfaces.

❌ WHAT TO AVOID :
High-pH (alkaline) cleaners
• Heavy-duty degreasers
• Wheels / engine bay cleaners
• Oven cleaners (e.g., Yellow Cap, Easy-Off)
• Products containing sodium hydroxide (lye)
• Damage the anodic coating 
Hot Surfaces
• Never wash in direct sunlight, as heat accelerates chemical damage
 Acidic cleaners
• Wheel cleaners with strong acids
• Nitric or sulfuric-based cleaners
• Aggressive aluminum cleaners
 Aluminum brighteners or etchers

• Products designed for raw or polished aluminum can strip the anodized coating

✅ HOW TO PROTECT ANODIZED ALUMINUM:

pH-neutral soaps 
• only use cleaners with a pH between 6–8
Wash on cool surfaces
• Avoid direct sunlight or hot parts
Test small areas first
• Always try new products on a small, hidden area
Safe Alternatives:
• Isopropyl alcohol (used carefully and sparingly)
• Mild Automotive Car Wash Soap

⚠️ RESPONSIBILITY NOTICE:
Damage caused by improper cleaning chemicals or detailing products is the sole responsibility of the owner. Keeping your anodized parts clean with the right products will help maintain their finish and extend their lifespan.

Delivery and Shipping
  • All in-stock products typically ship within 48 hours.
  • For items that are not currently in stock, please expect 4–6 weeks for production and delivery.
  • For stock status on products, contact our customer service team, and a representative will assist you with the most up-to-date availability and information: (480) 718-9800 | info@foutzmotorsports.com

PROP 65 WARNING

This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.go

Thank you for your trust in Foutz Motorsports. We appreciate your business. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your experience even better. (480) 718-9800 info@foutzmotorsports.com

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