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I’m thinking about going with Bilstein 5100 coil overs in the front (max 2.6” high) and to keep a slight nose down rake, raise the rear with 2” spacers with Bilstein 5100’s 

 

I’ve searched for a set up like this but can’t seem to find anything. Anyone have experience with this set up or have pictures?

 

(2016 Silverado 1500 LTZ, Crew cab, standard bed,  Max trailering package.) 

 

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Dizzyhawk

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 Thanks for your response. The project is 2016 Silverado 1500 LTZ.  I thought I read these BilStein B8 5100 adjustables will raise 2.5”. Do I need a spacer in the front as well?

Sierra Dan Senior Enthusiast

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Negative.

5100's are only good for slightly under 2" at max setting. And they are not bolt-on Coil-over units.

You will have to go with Fox, CST, King etc to get that.

 

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Dizzyhawk

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I understand they’re going to use my factory coils. So with an almost  2” rise in the front and 2” blocks in the back, Will I be able to put 33’s on?

TXGREEK Senior Enthusiast

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I understand they’re going to use my factory coils. So with an almost  2” rise in the front and 2” blocks in the back, Will I be able to put 33’s on?


Assuming you’ve got 20” wheels, You’ve got stamped steel UCA’s (upper control arms) which will not allow you to run larger tires without new offset wheels. Leveling will push your tires closer in causing the dreaded leveling rub. I had a 2.25” front level and rear 2” installed and everything was fine until I went up a size to 275/60/20 then rubbing from Hell. Installed new +1 offset wheels and then fit up to 285/60/20’s
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Word of advice! Ride quality SUCKS with leveling kit unless you do it with 2.5” coil overs from CST or King which will require new uca’s but the ride quality will be much better with coil overs.


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 Man there’s a lot to consider here.   There’s too many damn options and too many damn people trying to make money.   I guess I’ll to go to the local experts (Randy’s Off-road)  and go the expensive route with what they recommend.    I don’t want to be the guy that did it wrong  in an attempt to save money.. 

 

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 Man there’s a lot to consider here.   There’s too many damn options and too many damn people trying to make money.   I guess I’ll to go to the local experts (Randy’s Off-road)  and go the expensive route with what they recommend.    I don’t want to be the guy that did it wrong  in an attempt to save money.. 
 


Just remember, never go cheap on your suspension cause your suspension is the foundation of your build. You can put $5k worth of wheels on your truck but it doesn’t mean crap if you’ve got a shitty ride. Good luck and be safe!


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Maybe the BDS 4” coil over would be a good choice.  More than I wanna spend but… I’ll just haf’ta start saving $20’s
 

You’re better off doing the $1189.00 Rough Country 5” Bracket lift, mimicking the CST Lift setup. It won’t widen your track width or turning radius. It’s a great lift for the money and you’ll love it. I’m at 4.5”-5”, have approximately 5” space left from the shark fin to the 7’ garage trim. If you’re good with this, I’d call Rough Country and ask about your current wheel and tire setup and what you’re possible looking into the future


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1 hour ago, TXGREEK said:


You’re better off doing the $1189.00 Rough Country 5” Bracket lift, mimicking the CST Lift setup. It won’t widen your track width or turning radius. It’s a great lift for the money and you’ll love it. I’m at 4.5”-5”, have approximately 5” space left from the shark fin to the 7’ garage trim. If you’re good with this, I’d call Rough Country and ask about your current wheel and tire setup and what you’re possible looking into the future


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That’s good info thanks. I was wondering how high I could go without colliding with my garage. I don’t wanna go any higher than 4”.  I’ll give rough country folks a call and ask them about their 3.5 inch lift with control arms.  

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That’s good info thanks. I was wondering how high I could go without colliding with my garage. I don’t wanna go any higher than 4”.  I’ll give rough country folks a call and ask them about their 3.5 inch lift with control arms.  


Seriously recommend you saving up buying something that’s not going to tear up your front end costing you $$$ down the road but hey, did my best to help you and even though its an over extended leveling kit you’ve just mentioned, it’s all you. Don’t forget about Diff Drop too. Good luck, outta here


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7 minutes ago, TXGREEK said:

 


Seriously recommend you saving up buying something that’s not going to tear up your front end costing you $$$ down the road but hey, did my best to help you and even though its an over extended leveling kit you’ve just mentioned, it’s all you. Don’t forget about Diff Drop too. Good luck, outta here


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What are these Bilstein 6112 coil overs I’m reading about? Better than a level?

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