Just pulled the trigger on the Bilstein 6112 front/ 5100 rear kit from Shock Surplus. Will have them preset to 2" for a level. Once leveled, I will have a set of 285/70/18r Nitto Ridge Grapplers installed on my stock chrome 18's.

I have a 2017 XLT SCREW 4x4 w/ 2.7L EcoBoost for reference.

 

Also, can re-calibrating the speedometer for the tire increase be done using Forscan? I do not currently have a device, but would be interested in buying one to re-program myself if it is more cost effective then the dealer. Also, will this re-calibration communicate to change shifting to account for the larger tires? I know nothing about Forscan, so if it is easier to point me to a different thread, that would be greatly appreciated.

I am coming from a 2012 Tacoma. Really enjoyed it, but way less tech to it haha.

 

I believe you can adjust for tire size/speedo correction using FORScan. I use a Superchips FlashCal, but I've used FORScan in the past to enable my installation of a FoMoCo integrated trailer brakes controller.

Correcting your speedo readout should not change any shift map. If you want to do that you have other options, such as using Tow/Haul or Sport modes. If you're not towing, then use Sport mode. When using Sport, you can either leave your gear selector in Drive or you can use M (manual). Then of course you can purchase a tuner and a custom tune for your trans. I don't think it's entirely necessary, although I do wish my trans' shifts were firmer.

Congrats on the purchase of some Bilstein 6112s (and the 5100s for the rear - I am unaware of the differences between the 5100 rear shock and the 5160 as per any calibration. I only know the 5160 has an added fluid volume in the form of an external reservior).

 

Somewhere on You tube, I saw a shock wharehouse speaker that said what you said, that the 5160 was the same shock as the 5100 but just with the reservoir. Calibrations should be similar.

 

I’ve looked several places but I want to make sure I’m correct..

I’m about to purchase the Bilstein 5100’s. I have lined up some Raptor wheels and tires (KO2’s) 315/70/R17 that I’m supposed to pick up tonight. Will these fit without rubbing once the truck is leveled?!

Edit: 2018 Lariat Fx4.

 

I would think it would be fine from what I’ve read set on the highest suspension setting.

 

So I've been searching the facebook groups, custom offsets gallery, and here. I'm getting mixed reviews on whether a 2018 f150 sclb 4x4, 17x8.5 0 offset method nv, wrapped in 285/75/17 ridge grappler will rub or require me to remove the front crash bars on bilstein 5100s. Any input from anyone else who's ran the setup? I've spoken to a few guys who run the same tire, on icon compressions, and they clear fine. Mind you, they about +5mm difference in backspacing. I guess everything plays a huge role in clearance lol. Any input is appreciated, thanks!

 

I was wondering the same thing. Hate to tear apart things anymore than they need to be to put in the leveling kit. Always fun to tear apart a brand new truck. TO A POINT......

 

Hey thanks for this, I have seen some of the other 2.5 inch lifts look higher than my bds. Absolutely sending me into a paranoid spiral..."did they not install the preload spacer". I am going to squeeze 35's and am making any excuse why they won't fit.

 

I'm ready to do my level now and I decided to go on the rancho quick cliffs fully assembled struts. And wouldn't you know it they're on backorder 4 to 6 weeks unknown availability I have called many places looked all over the website and cannot find them available anywhere
Doesdoes anyone have a lead on to where to get these I've already talked to stage three and four-wheel parts and they said four to six weeks.
I'm looking for front struts in the 2-in level area that are fully assembled ready to be installed I don't want to deal with taking my struts apart and doing it that way