Bilstein 5100's installed front.
12-04-2014, 06:54 PM
#1
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Bilstein 5100's installed front.
I know theres a million threads on this but just thought i'd let people know
that I got way more than the 1.95 inch ride height that the instruction states. There's 0=stock,
.65 inches, 1.3 inches, 1.95 and finally 2.6. I was at ground to fender lip at 16 inches stock. After the install I drove around, no harshness at all. I re-measured at each side and came up with 18.75 inches on both sides. Weird.
Anyways, I cant imagine what the 2.6 inch lift would have given me but 3 inches or higher for sure. On my way to align. Some pics.
P.S. Install undoing the bottom control arm is a breeze. Oh and have a 27 socket along with a cheater bar. I used the old jack stand handle and a little grunting but it broke the bolt lose easily enough. Also don't forget to mark the LCA bolts, they adjust caster camber. I used a red paint pen and the snugged the bolts down lightly then adjusted to the mark with a pry bar. It'll save you $25.00 on the alignment if all they do is toe. Will report back later on ride quality.
P.S.
Installing RAS to get some rake if I can (didn'tt know i'd get so much height.). Will be doing much towing hoping to get at least a little rake.
that I got way more than the 1.95 inch ride height that the instruction states. There's 0=stock,
.65 inches, 1.3 inches, 1.95 and finally 2.6. I was at ground to fender lip at 16 inches stock. After the install I drove around, no harshness at all. I re-measured at each side and came up with 18.75 inches on both sides. Weird.
Anyways, I cant imagine what the 2.6 inch lift would have given me but 3 inches or higher for sure. On my way to align. Some pics.
P.S. Install undoing the bottom control arm is a breeze. Oh and have a 27 socket along with a cheater bar. I used the old jack stand handle and a little grunting but it broke the bolt lose easily enough. Also don't forget to mark the LCA bolts, they adjust caster camber. I used a red paint pen and the snugged the bolts down lightly then adjusted to the mark with a pry bar. It'll save you $25.00 on the alignment if all they do is toe. Will report back later on ride quality.
P.S.
Installing RAS to get some rake if I can (didn'tt know i'd get so much height.). Will be doing much towing hoping to get at least a little rake.
Last edited by sodacraft; 12-04-2014 at 06:59 PM.
12-05-2014, 12:39 AM
#2
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I set mine at top notch, which put me even on all four corners, my plan was for airbags in the back along with 5100 back there also, the airbags deflated to 5 psi(recomended) give you a little lift so now I have the perfect rake.
12-05-2014, 01:04 AM
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I set mine at the 1.5 inch mark. I am glad that I did because I am positive I would have had a nose high truck. I think it looks perfect set where I put it.
I also experienced no "harshness" that people complain about. You can tell that the valving is different, but its a much more confidence inspiring ride (i guess thats the best way to put it). But also keep in mind my spring is not quite compressed the maximum amount on a 1.5" setting, so that might contribute to my ride feel.
I also experienced no "harshness" that people complain about. You can tell that the valving is different, but its a much more confidence inspiring ride (i guess thats the best way to put it). But also keep in mind my spring is not quite compressed the maximum amount on a 1.5" setting, so that might contribute to my ride feel.
12-05-2014, 11:10 AM
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12-06-2014, 12:14 PM
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The truck handles with authority now for sure. As per manual/instructions they are recommending a wider stance. Liability I am guessing for rollovers due to higher center of gravity. I guess Bora spacers for everyone or negative offset offset wheels!