FORD 350

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The absolute ultimate in Ford touring performance. This Ford is a powerhouse, and we’re ready to put the power in your hands. Talk to our experts about how we can take the ultimate Ford to the next level. At Big Dog Builds we have the skills, experience and R&D to build the Ford of your dreams.

Build Type

Big Lapper

Towing

9/10

Looks

7/10

Interior

10/10

Driveline / Performance

8/10

Off Road Capability

5/10

Modification Ability

8/10

Towing Class

NIL

Light

Heavy

Build Type

Big Lapper

Towing

10/10

Looks

10/10

Interior

10/10

Driveline / Performance

10/10

Off Road Capability

6/10

Modification Ability

8/10

Towing Class

NIL

Light

Heavy

FORD F350 BUILDS

How to Plan Your Dream Truck Build

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$✅ ✅ F‑450 Platinum Dually on 37s with a Carli 4.5" lift, King 2.5s, American Force 22s & full KC underglow—complete walkaround, build sheet + night shots. ► Book a build consult / request a quote: [add your link] We’ve built a lot of F‑Truck duallies—this brand‑new F‑450 Platinum is one of the standouts. In this video Dean walks you through the full setup: ✅ Carli 4.5" Pin‑Top system with black‑anodized King 2.5 remote reservoirs, ✅ PMF dual steering stabilisers (King 2.0s), ✅ American Force 22s wrapped in 37×13.5R22 Nitto Ridge Grapplers, ✅ KC underglow package that turns heads at night. ✅ We also added Baja Designs S2 Pro flush‑mount reverse lights, and a ✅ Carli progressive soft‑ride leaf pack to keep the big dually composed on-road. If you’re anywhere in Australia, we can organise transport to and from our workshop, build the truck, and hand it over ready to tour. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cold open – Why this F‑450 Dually is special 00:38 What’s finished & what’s left 01:29 Platform overview (2023/24 F‑450 Platinum, RHD conversion) 02:14 Front‑end options & lighting mounts 03:19 KC underglow walk‑through 03:59 Front suspension: Carli 4.5" Pin‑Top + King 2.5 RR 04:41 Limit straps, radius arms/drops, sway‑bar links 05:21 Steering: PMF dual stabilisers + King 2.0 06:03 Panhard + geometry & alignment benefits 06:48 Wheels/Tyres: American Force 22s + 37×13.5R22 Nitto Ridge Grapplers 08:22 Load‑rating talk (dually rear capacity) 09:09 Platinum interior, power steps & underglow on doors 09:56 Dual rear wheel setup & custom spinning centre caps 10:40 Rear suspension: Carli soft‑ride leaf pack + King 2.5 RR 11:20 Underglow placements in the arches 12:11 Bed steps/tailgate 13:12 Baja Designs S2 Pro reverse lights 14:23 Night shots + outro Suspension & Steering ✅ Carli 4.5" Pin‑Top system (front coils, limit straps, radius arms & drops, sway‑bar end links, adjustable panhard) ✅ King 2.5 remote‑reservoir shocks (front & rear), black‑anodized accents ✅ PMF dual steering‑stabiliser kit with King 2.0 stabilisers ✅ Carli progressive soft‑ride leaf pack (rear) Wheels, Tyres & Stance ✅ American Force 22" dually wheels (custom Big Dog Builds engraved/spinning centre caps)\ ✅ Nitto Ridge Grappler 37×13.5R22 (load index 128Q ≈ 1,800 kg per tyre) Lighting & Electrical ✅ KC under‑glow kit (white; amber snap‑on covers available) ✅ Baja Designs S2 Pro flush‑mount reverse/work lights ✅ Factory power steps, massage seats, power tailgate/bedstep (Platinum trim) Always check local regulations for lighting/ride‑height/track modifications before on‑road use. WORK WITH BIG DOG BUILDS Australia‑wide transport available (fly in, collect, and drive home). Consults for F‑250/350/450, RAM & Chevy HD platforms. Custom spec for touring, towing or show builds. ► Start your build: https://shorturl.at/ctDF6 ► Email: info@bigdogbuilds.com | Phone: (07) 3487 1351 Facebook: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083162745725 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/big.dog.builds/ TikToc: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.dog.builds Website: 👉 https://bigdogbuilds.com/ #F450 #Dually #CarliSuspension$

F‑450 Dually Perfection: American Force 22s, Nitto 37s, Carli Suspension

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F‑350 North Queensland Battle Rig — Carli 5.5 Dominator 3.0 • Long‑Travel Airbags • Method 305 • Ridge Grapplers • AMVE Bar • S&B Tank • Switch‑Pros • Starlink Ready

Built for corrugations, heat and heavy loads, this F‑350 is specced to take North Queensland abuse without blinking.

We cover the entire setup: Carli 5.5" Dominator 3.0 suspension (big‑bore 3.0 shocks), radius‑arm drops + 15" limit straps, long‑travel airbags, Method 305 NV on 35s, AMVE bar with winch & lights, S&B long‑range tank, tidy electrical (Switch‑Pros SP9100), roof rack with Starlink Mini integration, and touring wiring at the tow end. I

If you’re punishing your truck on corrugations or towing heavy, this is the spec list to copy.

Why this build hits different
✅ Big‑bore control: 3.0‑inch shocks with remote reservoirs keep oil cool and damping consistent on endless corrugations.
✅ Correct geometry at lift: radius‑arm drops, adjustable panhard, sway‑bar drops/end links keep the axle centred and steering true.
✅ Travel + load support: Carli long‑travel sleeve airbags retain articulation with progressive or HD leafs, and still level heavy canopies.
✅ Real touring range: S&B tank retains OEM plates & spare location; tow end wired smart with dual Andersons and AirIQ‑controlled airbags.
✅ Clean electrics: Switch‑Pros for high‑beam trigger logic, dimming, LVD protection, and phone control—no relay farm.
✅ Connected anywhere: BDB roof rack with Starlink Mini Gorilla mount + 12→30V power module; roof solar tops up under‑bonnet batteries.

Interstate? We can transport your truck to Brisbane, build it, and do a fly‑in handover so you leave knowing every system.

Chapters
00:00 Meet the North QLD Battle Rig
00:42 Who we are (650+ trucks) + Australia‑wide transport & handover
01:22 Carli 5.5" Dominator 3.0: 3.0 bore, remote res, welded lower mounts, heat control
02:51 Radius‑arm drops, 15" limit straps—travel without killing shocks
05:01 Wheels/tyres: Method 305 NV 18×9 (S18) on 35×12.5R18 Nitto Ridge Grapplers (~1800 kg LI) + flare options
05:49 Snorkel/airbox & tune: G&L Performance intake, MAF, battery relocate, calibration
08:11 Front protection: AMVE hoop bar, Carbon Off‑Road winch, Ultra Vision light, sensors & ACC relocation
10:16 S&B long‑range tank (retains OEM bash plate + spare)
10:51 Rear prep for canopy: leaf reset/blocks, long‑travel airbags, dual Andersons, 12‑pin
11:34 AirIQ app/remote—on‑the‑fly bag pressure
12:40 Tuning note (exhaust tip tells a story) + why F‑350 for heavy towing
16:18 Switch‑Pros SP9100 deep‑dive: dimming, high‑beam trigger, LVD, phone app
19:25 Roof solar → MPPT to under‑bonnet batteries; jump‑pack tip
20:10 Wrap‑up & where to watch next

Suspension & Chassis
✅ Carli 5.5" Dominator 3.0 (front coils, extended brake lines, big‑bore 3.0 shocks w/ remote res)
✅ Radius‑arm drops + 15" limit straps
✅ Adjustable panhard (axle centring)
✅ Sway‑bar drops & end links (torsion bar not used on this conversion)

Rear Support
✅ Leaf reset/blocks (pre‑canopy stance)
✅ Carli Long‑Travel Airbag Kit (sleeve style; articulates with progressive or HD leafs)
✅ AirIQ in‑cab/app control + Schrader valves

Rolling Stock
✅ Method 305 NV 18×9 (S18 fitment, guard‑flush look)
✅ Nitto Ridge Grappler 35×12.5R18 (~1800 kg LI)
✅ Flare options: pocket or smooth colour‑coded (flick‑stone & coverage)

Protection, Recovery & Lighting
✅ AMVE front bar (AUS‑made), hoop + tabs
✅ Carbon Off‑Road winch
✅ Ultra Vision bar + planned spotties; Stedi side lights
✅ Sensor & ACC relocations tidy and functional

Fuel & Range
✅ S&B long‑range tank (retains OEM skid & spare location)

Induction & Tune
✅ Snorkel + sealed airbox, battery relocate, intake plumbing, calibration by G&L Performance

Electrics & Control
✅ Under‑bonnet midi‑fuse brackets, clean looms
✅ Switch‑Pros SP9100 (high‑beam trigger logic, dimming, LVD, phone app; reduces relay banks)

Roof & Comms
✅ Big Dog Builds accessory rack with crossbars
✅ Starlink Mini Gorilla mount + 12→30V module & Deutsch quick‑disconnect
✅ GME XRS‑370 UHF, interchangeable whips (1.2 m / 640 mm)
✅ Roof solar → MPPT to maintain under‑bonnet batteries

Tow End
✅ Grey Anderson (ignition‑switched charge) + Red Anderson feed
✅ 12‑pin trailer socket; AirIQ profiles per trailer

Work With Big Dob Builds
Interstate friendly: we arrange dealer/workshop transport, you fly in for handover & training, and drive home.
Spec to your use: canopy weight, tow ball mass, tyre choice, terrain, and comfort targets drive our recommendations.

Safety and Compliance
Professional installation only. Confirm ADR compliance, GVM/GCM/axle loads, tow ratings, tyre load/speed indices, and state requirements (incl. NB1/NB2 classification and post‑reg pathways).

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Can This Truck Handle ANYTHING?

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