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     I put the Bilstein's on before the new wheels and tires. My stock Ranchos were beat up pretty bad, so going from those to the 5100s was a huge improvement. Can't comment much on towing anything just yet. All I've had behind it so far is a 22' bay boat. Haven't gotten the horse trailer behind it yet.
 
    With the new tires and wheels, I can't tell any differences between 275/55r20 or 33x12.5r20 riding on the bilsteins.

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I put the bilstein 5100s on the rear of my 14 High Country with a new 2" block a few weeks ago. Ride is unbelievable compared to stock. Liked it so much I got the adjustable 5100s for my front, remove

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Hello, I'm not new to the forum but I just joined and figured I'd contribute to the community.   2016 Silverado 1500 "Z71" removed rancho's and swapped with Bilstein 5100's all around. So after d

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I just got done with installing my 6112's on my 2014 GMC Sierra Crew Cab.  Reading some install guides on here really helped, along with printing some Chilton Repair guide torque specs that I got from

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I've actually got my Bilstein's in hand and going to have them installed on Monday along with switching out of the factory blocks for 2" blocks in the rear.  I have the rims on order and once they get here I will have them ceramic coated like the truck and then I will get the tires that I haven't decided on yet (going back and forth between the Nitto Ridge Grappler 305/55R20 or Toyo AT2 295/55R20's) installed. I will also try and take some measurements before and after.

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19 hours ago, Korazu said:

I've actually got my Bilstein's in hand and going to have them installed on Monday along with switching out of the factory blocks for 2" blocks in the rear.  I have the rims on order and once they get here I will have them ceramic coated like the truck and then I will get the tires that I haven't decided on yet (going back and forth between the Nitto Ridge Grappler 305/55R20 or Toyo AT2 295/55R20's) installed. I will also try and take some measurements before and after.

Interested to hear how your tires fit, as I just did the same level setup.  Which rear blocks did you go with? With a lot of highway commuter miles, I haven't been in a hurry to size up, but will probably end up just going 275/60 or 285/55 when I do.  I see you've got the Airaid MIT in your signature....any feedback on that? Worth it?

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SWOYER

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So, riding on stock ranchos.. This thread is saying 5100's are a major improvement but if I can wait for the 6112 to get those instead? Any idea when they will be available?

 

I'd like to do a level kit, fine with a 1-2" all around but not really looking for a lift. 

 

any input? Thanks!

nitro882 Enthusiast

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I just did 5100's all around on mine last weekend. I had the stock black shocks that come with the max tow package. So far im really happy, truck rides better than it ever did. My originals were smoked at 65k, 3 out of 4 were leaking and the one on the right rear had like an inch of up and down slop in it and i had developed a nice little shake on the freeway, that is gone now.

14BlackSilverado Enthusiast

14BlackSilverado

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Just had 5100s installed all 4.  Wow what a difference!!!!!   i had the black shocks and at 50,000 miles they were toast!  I had the 2 inch Rough Country spacer on also......It was riding terrible!!   What an absolute difference I really am impressed.  Thing is though the shop installed the Blisteins at the stock setting and kept the spacer on, however it rides so good i think i will just keep it as is.  It rides better than it ever did.

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15 hours ago, 14BlackSilverado said:

Just had 5100s installed all 4.  Wow what a difference!!!!!   i had the black shocks and at 50,000 miles they were toast!  I had the 2 inch Rough Country spacer on also......It was riding terrible!!   What an absolute difference I really am impressed.  Thing is though the shop installed the Blisteins at the stock setting and kept the spacer on, however it rides so good i think i will just keep it as is.  It rides better than it ever did.

Sorry for the late response. The front end of my truck sits a half-inch lower than the rear. Enjoy your new shocks!

lordathey Enthusiast

lordathey

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I'm about ready to order the 4600's because I don't plan on lifting my truck. I'm just waiting for the weather to warm up a bit. 

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On 2018-02-08 at 8:20 PM, lordathey said:

I'm about ready to order the 4600's because I don't plan on lifting my truck. I'm just waiting for the weather to warm up a bit. 

Get then 5100s and set them at stock height, you'll thank yourself.

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Immaculate Reflections

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If anyone's interested in a good deal, I have my set of 5100's for sale right now.  3700mi on them.  Took off because GM is repurchasing the truck and I had to put it back to stock.

Have my Toyo AT2's (same miles) also up for sale.  Was a GREAT combo.

 

At highest position, the shocks + 33" tire put me at 39" fender height.  Stock was 36" (with 50k on original tires).

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What are all the specific heights of each settings on the 5100s?

 

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NVM

 

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16 hours ago, Immaculate Reflections said:

If anyone's interested in a good deal, I have my set of 5100's for sale right now.  3700mi on them.  Took off because GM is repurchasing the truck and I had to put it back to stock.

Have my Toyo AT2's (same miles) also up for sale.  Was a GREAT combo.

 

At highest position, the shocks + 33" tire put me at 39" fender height.  Stock was 36" (with 50k on original tires).

What size are the Toyos?

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On 2/10/2018 at 4:24 PM, Immaculate Reflections said:

If anyone's interested in a good deal, I have my set of 5100's for sale right now.  3700mi on them.  Took off because GM is repurchasing the truck and I had to put it back to stock.

Have my Toyo AT2's (same miles) also up for sale.  Was a GREAT combo.

 

At highest position, the shocks + 33" tire put me at 39" fender height.  Stock was 36" (with 50k on original tires).

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