User 51921

Dude, nice build. Keep updating the thread as you go. Those mudding pics are outrageous. I'm going to have to bribe the wife into getting some of my truck now.

Carabidae

@blaydes thanks man.. do what you want to do and then handle the consequences


there is a thread in the 09 section with more pics

Carabidae

Carabidae

Carabidae

It was a busy day, i went to install the Bilsteins 5100s, then unexpectedly it was followed by installing the Volant PowerCore Intake. in return i received a little gift.











The Volant Pre-installed


Test driving the intake and new shocks

and the little gift i received

Carabidae

To be frank, the Bilsteins were set at the 2nd level, which is according to the manual .75", the main reason of getting them was to gain some more clearance and avoid rubbing. First impression isint that good, but maybe because im not used to them yet, and also maybe the allignement is way off, my steering wheel has to be turned to the left for the truck to go straight.
As for the Intake, i already have done the Gotts mod, it was good, i was planning to get a drop in filter. But i got a good deal on the Volant PowerCore, it was the last piece in stock. I liked it while testing it, but once i got on the highway it was just noise when i accelerated. Dunno if that will change when adding a tune or not, in case it did not, it'll be on the for sale section.
As for the tailgate assist, it was what made my day.

User 51921

You've got to get your alignment done, brother. You'll trash your tires and hate driving if you don't. Back in the States, I recommend Firestone's lifetime alignment package.

Carabidae

On a second note, i took the truck this morning on some errands.
Last night i was wondering about either taking off the intake or leaving it, so I thought about reseting the truck. I took off the battery conector and put it on this morning, dunno what happened exactly but somehow it was better. Less noise, better response, but i cant really tell about performance.
Also, i went for an allignment, and now the ride is much better, but stiffer than the oem shocks.
Well overall im pleased but not really convinced about the CAI, ill wait till i get the tuner and see.

Carabidae

I did redo the allignment and the truck is much better than last night. Steering wheel back in its position and a stiffer ride but more stability.
Unfortunately im not in the states, but thanx for the thoughts.

Manuellabour247

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