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If you've "never done anything like this" meaning you've never done much 'custom' stuff, stick w/a bolt-on set-up. AirRide, ECE, & CPP all offer quality stuff.

For AirRide, air suspensions are their reason for existence. They build stuff that offers basic drops (up to about 8") that typically don't require cutting your truck up.

Cost is relative. With ART, you spend more but it's like a life size model, you just connect all the pieces. Other manufacturers offer similar parts but require you to have a better working knowledge of air suspensions to take advantage on the costs involved.

If you know the parts you need, search the web for the best deals & piece a kit together. If you don't know what you need, google AirRide Tech & search for your vehicle.