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Leveling kit

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Hulkster529, Apr 28, 2019.

  1. Apr 28, 2019 at 1:53 PM
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    Hulkster529

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    Looking to level my 2018 SR double cab. Opinions on best way to do it. I bought the 2" spacers but rethinking it. Any better ideas?
     
  2. Apr 28, 2019 at 1:54 PM
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    Tad pricey. Anything a little less expensive?
     
  5. Apr 28, 2019 at 2:03 PM
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    How much are you looking to spend?
     
  6. Apr 28, 2019 at 2:11 PM
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    This looks like a good option. Just watched a video about how the spacers take the shock past the travel limit. Would cause problems down the road no doubt. Appears like it shouldn't be too hard to do either.
     
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  7. Apr 28, 2019 at 2:12 PM
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    Like to stay around the $ 200 mark
     
  8. Apr 28, 2019 at 2:29 PM
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    Spacers are one option. The cheap option. You get what you pay for!
     
  9. Apr 28, 2019 at 2:31 PM
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    Spacers will be the only option. They’ll get the job done and shouldn’t be terrible if you don’t plan on off-roading at all.
     
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    Agree
     
  11. Apr 29, 2019 at 10:12 AM
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    Not planning on off roading as it’s only 2wd. Must say though the Bilsteins look like a better ride.
     
  12. Apr 29, 2019 at 10:21 AM
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    You can get the Bilstein 5100s for $100 each, so it is right in your budget, if you do the install yourself. You will need an alignment though.
    I have been thinking spacers for mine, but I am leaning more towards the 5100s the more I do my research.
     
  13. Apr 29, 2019 at 10:35 AM
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    I have the 2" spacers and have had no problems with them. I don't take my truck offroad, so it hasn't been an issue for me. That being said, when I replace the shocks on mine, I will replace with the Bilsteins or some other type of lift for it. My stock ones have about 145k miles on them and are fine, but I'll replace with something better next time.
     
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  14. Apr 29, 2019 at 10:41 AM
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    Alignment will be needed either way. I bought the spacers but leaning towards shocks. Might have some spacers for sale.
     
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  15. Apr 29, 2019 at 12:06 PM
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    If you spend the big bucks on a big truck, why skimp on a cheap suspension lift? I recommend 6112s. Upgrade your ride dont downgrade it.:thumbsup:
     
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  16. Apr 29, 2019 at 12:53 PM
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    Makes sense
     

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