What lift/level did you achieve w/ Bilstein 5100?
#1
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What lift/level did you achieve w/ Bilstein 5100?
Looking to buy them soon. I was stuck on a 1.5" level but thinking the 2" would be pretty even. given the 5100's go either 1.5" or 2.25", I wanted to know what was the end result in your lift/level if you went with either. did it settle some? any before and after measurements?
#2
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Looking to buy them soon. I was stuck on a 1.5" level but thinking the 2" would be pretty even. given the 5100's go either 1.5" or 2.25", I wanted to know what was the end result in your lift/level if you went with either. did it settle some? any before and after measurements?
I went with top setting and it gave me pretty much 2" of lift.
2013 f150 ecoboost xlt 4x4 screw cab, short bed
Here's the notes I did way back when u did the level
You can ignore the block measurements, it didn't change the front level height. Was same measurements for front before and after the rear block change <br/>
Last edited by Sirikenewtron; 01-25-2016 at 12:58 PM.
#4
I used that wore method, they are 1.5 inches. Which is a bummer because I wanted to go a bit bigger. Any idea with still adding the 5100 could get me another half inch? I'm just not sure what tire and rim combo I could clear with only a 1.5" level.
Anyone heard of doing level AND Bilstein 5100s? From what I've heard it's worth it to do them for the ride alone, but if they got me another 0.5" lift up front, even better.
I included a side view. But my truck is On a slight incline in this Pic
Anyone heard of doing level AND Bilstein 5100s? From what I've heard it's worth it to do them for the ride alone, but if they got me another 0.5" lift up front, even better.
I included a side view. But my truck is On a slight incline in this Pic
#6
I am a newby here. Just purchased a 2019 F-150. I added 1.5" motosfab spacers to the front and Bilstein adjustable shocks all around. The front shocks are adjustable, set those at the first notch 0.79", so with the spacers I am up 2.29". Added are bags to the rear. A 25 lbs the rear rose about 1/2" to 3/4." Truck sits level. Just removed the factory wheels and tires and replaced with 33" BFG All Terrains (275-70-18). No rub issues, the ride is better than factory. Before and after pictures attached.
#7
OP what are you trying to achieve? A straight level or do you want a firmer ride? The leveling strut spacer will be a rougher ride where as bilstien will offer a firmer ride (less body roll and nose dive) and rush are adjustable.
follow up question... do you care about the adjustment aspect? I just installed (today) the rough country 2” leveling coils. Just picked it up today. .5” rake (measuring in the dark) but looks awesome. Ride is perfect and is about half the price.
I have been mulling over this forever, there is no right answer you just need to pick what you want and go for it, everything is awesome if it is what you want
also strut spacers are easily removed when you put in the new coils
follow up question... do you care about the adjustment aspect? I just installed (today) the rough country 2” leveling coils. Just picked it up today. .5” rake (measuring in the dark) but looks awesome. Ride is perfect and is about half the price.
I have been mulling over this forever, there is no right answer you just need to pick what you want and go for it, everything is awesome if it is what you want
also strut spacers are easily removed when you put in the new coils