Difference between Bilstein 5100's and leveling kit
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Rubyredlimited (08-15-2017)
06-30-2014, 08:42 PM
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Are those fully extended? The uca don't even look close to the springs.
11-23-2014, 01:35 AM
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Just ordered a set front and rear for my build. Cant wait! Should have them on within a few weeks with the new tires. Trying to decide where I want the setting. Seems like the top setting sits the nose a little high.
I am going to run either 285/75/17 tires (33.9 height) or a 295/70/17 (33.5). Should I run the top or second to top...decisions. lol
Picked them up from stage3motorsports for 349 shipped.
I am going to run either 285/75/17 tires (33.9 height) or a 295/70/17 (33.5). Should I run the top or second to top...decisions. lol
Picked them up from stage3motorsports for 349 shipped.
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HRDROKN (12-11-2019)
11-24-2014, 02:32 PM
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I'm going to order the Bilstein 5100 shock kit, front and rear. I have a 2004 f150 XLT 4WD. it has 140k miles on the stock suspension. it still seems fine but i want to upgrade and level out the front.
what springs should i get for the front? I'm sure the oem springs, with 140k miles, are weakened now and i want to change them since theyre going to be off anyway i figured i should. rock auto has the coil springs but there's so many to choose from and i dont know what brand or type to get. any input?
how about the rear? is it recommended to change the leaf springs or modify them?
should i get any new bushings while im in there doing the front and rear struts/shocks?
i decided on the 5100 series shocks/struts becuase i need new shocks and i wanted to level the truck without spacers. plus the 4 shocks are about $350
my truck is used as my DD, to haul my 25ft boat, and occasional offroading for fun on the weekends. would you recommend the 5100's? or maybe something else? i also sen the ranch set that comes with the coil springs put together already plus the shocks are stiffness adjustable. however they cost more, but they come with everything so maybe its worth it in the end.
what springs should i get for the front? I'm sure the oem springs, with 140k miles, are weakened now and i want to change them since theyre going to be off anyway i figured i should. rock auto has the coil springs but there's so many to choose from and i dont know what brand or type to get. any input?
how about the rear? is it recommended to change the leaf springs or modify them?
should i get any new bushings while im in there doing the front and rear struts/shocks?
i decided on the 5100 series shocks/struts becuase i need new shocks and i wanted to level the truck without spacers. plus the 4 shocks are about $350
my truck is used as my DD, to haul my 25ft boat, and occasional offroading for fun on the weekends. would you recommend the 5100's? or maybe something else? i also sen the ranch set that comes with the coil springs put together already plus the shocks are stiffness adjustable. however they cost more, but they come with everything so maybe its worth it in the end.
11-24-2014, 02:57 PM
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I'm going to order the Bilstein 5100 shock kit, front and rear. I have a 2004 f150 XLT 4WD. it has 140k miles on the stock suspension. it still seems fine but i want to upgrade and level out the front.
what springs should i get for the front? I'm sure the oem springs, with 140k miles, are weakened now and i want to change them since theyre going to be off anyway i figured i should. rock auto has the coil springs but there's so many to choose from and i dont know what brand or type to get. any input?
how about the rear? is it recommended to change the leaf springs or modify them?
should i get any new bushings while im in there doing the front and rear struts/shocks?
i decided on the 5100 series shocks/struts becuase i need new shocks and i wanted to level the truck without spacers. plus the 4 shocks are about $350
my truck is used as my DD, to haul my 25ft boat, and occasional offroading for fun on the weekends. would you recommend the 5100's? or maybe something else? i also sen the ranch set that comes with the coil springs put together already plus the shocks are stiffness adjustable. however they cost more, but they come with everything so maybe its worth it in the end.
what springs should i get for the front? I'm sure the oem springs, with 140k miles, are weakened now and i want to change them since theyre going to be off anyway i figured i should. rock auto has the coil springs but there's so many to choose from and i dont know what brand or type to get. any input?
how about the rear? is it recommended to change the leaf springs or modify them?
should i get any new bushings while im in there doing the front and rear struts/shocks?
i decided on the 5100 series shocks/struts becuase i need new shocks and i wanted to level the truck without spacers. plus the 4 shocks are about $350
my truck is used as my DD, to haul my 25ft boat, and occasional offroading for fun on the weekends. would you recommend the 5100's? or maybe something else? i also sen the ranch set that comes with the coil springs put together already plus the shocks are stiffness adjustable. however they cost more, but they come with everything so maybe its worth it in the end.
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HRDROKN (12-11-2019)
12-01-2014, 01:08 PM
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6" Pro comp Lift
Guys,
Would these Bilstein 5100's work for a Pro Comp Stage one lift?
Its the one with the 6" spacer on the front. I would very much like to get rid of that ugloy thing and have a better ride with more travel.
Would these Bilstein 5100's work for a Pro Comp Stage one lift?
Its the one with the 6" spacer on the front. I would very much like to get rid of that ugloy thing and have a better ride with more travel.
12-01-2014, 03:29 PM
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I installed the Bilsteins on 2011 F150
It was super easy and lifted front end app 2". My old shocks were worn so the ride was better, but I wouldn't say it was any noticeably better then stock when new.