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Leveling Question? Bilstein up Front ? In the back

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by rhymez17, Feb 2, 2017.

  1. Feb 2, 2017 at 4:42 PM
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    whats up guys!

    New to this and new here. My question is about mix matching your set up.

    I've had it on my mind about the possibilities of doing the Billy 5100's adjustable shocks up front and Fox 2.0 Non Res 1" shocks in the rear.

    Is it okay to mix match? Would it still be close to level if I did this? Hit me with all your thoughts and opinions. Everything helps.

    Thx
     
  2. Feb 2, 2017 at 4:53 PM
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    A little of this and a little of that.
    Neither a thought or opinion on your question but welcome to the club! You'll get your answers here.
     
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    Mix and match is fine I did it for awhile. The rear shocks won't raise or lower your suspension only a block leaf pack aal or shackle will. Just find the right shock to accomedate your lift.
     
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    Welcome to the forum. What Ty ^^^^ said on the shocks.
     
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    Hmmm so it won't really lift the back even though it states 1" lift. Does the 1" lift mean it can go up to 1" with a shackle/block etc?

    Also will the Fox 2.0 rear shock be better then the Bilstein 5100 rear shock for towing?
     
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    Yep, good to use at stock or 1" lifted height. Can't answer the towing question. I've read Fox is really soft. Depends a lot on how much weight you're towing. I've got Fox rears and it tows fine, bit of sag but I don't care about that 'cause it's usually short distance, dump runs. The rest of the time I like it soft.
     
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  7. Feb 2, 2017 at 5:17 PM
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    Exactly it will state what that shock can allow as far as lifting using those things I have 2.0 resi in the rear and love them I'd do the 2.0 over the 5100s
     
  8. Feb 2, 2017 at 5:17 PM
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    If you want to tow look into a full leaf pack or even air bags.
     
  9. Feb 2, 2017 at 5:28 PM
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    Fox is also rebuildable and I don't think the bilstiens are
     

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