SEMA 2015: 2015 Ford F150 - Brutus > Atlas Suspension and Icon Vehicle Dynamics

To ensure the proper driveability, we partnered with Icon Vehicle Dynamics and Atlas Suspension to finalize the suspension setup.  Outfitted up front is the IVD coilovers with reservoir shocks.  In the rear are the IVD 2.0 reservoir shocks.  So gorgeous.

Finishing up the support for the rear is the Atlas Suspension leaf pack.  These things are STOUT. Just viewing them suspended without a load was impressive.  After completing the suspension, we couldn't wait to get the truck on the ground.

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SEMA 2015: 2015 Ford F150 - Brutus > Bulletproof Suspension

As with all builds, you got to go big.  We discussed within the shop whether we would do a 6.5" or jump up to the 10-12" lift that Bulletproof offered.  It was unanimous to go big or go home.  We put in the phone call to Bulletproof Suspension, and it was on.  We really wanted to accent the suspension to highlight the products that were offered by Bulletproof, so we decided on a red powdercoat.  After its arrival, the red just didn't match.  At no fault to Bulletproof, we just weren't specific as to which red to powder coat.  Turns out this red had an orange hue, and with so many shades, we decided it would be best to redo the powder.  We went back and forth on if we should go red or choose a completely different color.  It was decided that a red suspension would be an overwhelming amount of red and to keep the red as an accent color rather than a main color.

So it went back up to vote on a color.  I typically have a standard.  No more than 3 colors on a vehicle.  I believe that any color after 3 is just mucking it up.  So after hours and hours of browsing, we decided on a somewhat neutral gray.  However, it has some speckles of pearl in it to give it a bit more shine.  This still gave us the goal of highlighting the lift and yet not overwhelming the build with red.

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SEMA 2015: Project Brutus *update*

Parts are arriving. As we gather them together, we get ready to schedule one of our biggest builds of the year. After some phone calls, we have almost secured the components necessary to complete this build properly.

American Force Wheels is again our primary sponsor. Always an honor to work with reputable companies. Even better is getting the opportunity to repeat that working relationship. American Force is working on a special project that will debut this year on Project Brutus. 

BedRug and Retrax have returned as sponsors as well. Both great companies with an true no hassle lifetime warranty. We wouldn't want to work with anyone else, so we are happy to have them aboard again. This year, Retrax sent us their newly released MX (Matte) cover, which is amazing.  

BedSlide is another company that has repeated their sponsorship with us. Their products are for SURE a lifesaver for anyone that works out of their truck.

Bushwacker was a no brainer. What better way to accent some 24's with a pocket style fender flare. 

Magnaflow provided us with a dual tip catback exhaust. We can't wait to hear the sound of the itty bitty EcoBoost turbo, spooling.  

Fab Fours sent us their new Venegence Series bumpers to really beef up the truck. They arrived raw for us to Powdercoat gloss black (at our request) and the craftsmanship was amazing.

Roadwire returns to provide us with a leather kit. This one is going to be a surprise which we are really excited about.  We will remove the seats to send off to them for replication. They will return with a new, custom setup. 

Ride Controller is a new company on board this year. This product is amazing. With Bluetooth sync capabilities of up to 150ft, I can turn on and off just about any 12v switched source with a phone!

Extreme Dimensions brings us the hood to give it a more aggressive and tough feel. The hood will also be unveiled at SEMA. 

Sony Car Audio is going to provide the audio system to finish out the interior.

Amp Research is also a new addition, utilizing their XL setup that offers a 3" drop on their steps.  We are super excited about this.  

Last but not least, Bulletproof Suspension, Icon Vehicle Dynamics, and Atlas Suspension finish out the look with a 12" lift. Components will be powdercoated red with a marbled hydrodip to represent Greek pillars. 

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