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Leveling kit suggestions

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by papawd, Jun 29, 2017.

  1. Jun 29, 2017 at 6:35 PM
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    Hello, just found this site Yesterday. Thanks for having a site full of info. I have just installed Ranchhand brand bumpers front and rear on my 2016 SR5 crew cab with 5.7 engine. I was wondering what would be the best leveling or lift kit, I tow a boat occasionally, but no off road just want a smooth ride. Thanks for any input
     
  2. Jun 29, 2017 at 7:12 PM
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  4. Jun 30, 2017 at 6:16 AM
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    Welcome to the forum.

    If your truck is 4x4, OME is a good option. They have coil springs specifically manufactured (longer length) for heavy bumpers.
     
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  6. Jul 1, 2017 at 7:39 PM
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    Not a 4 wheel drive, budget is open up to about $1000. Could spend more if needed but hoping to keep it under $1000.
     
  7. Jul 1, 2017 at 7:58 PM
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    Bilstein 6112s can be had for about $650. They are a pair of two beefy front shocks with height adjustment and matched springs. Hard to beat for the money and have a lifetime warranty.

    You can always upgrade the rear shocks later if you decide with their 5160s.

    I covered all 4 corners for under 1k shipped. Better ride on and off road for sure. I beat mine up pretty good.
     
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  10. Jul 1, 2017 at 10:31 PM
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    I don't have a lift, but if I were to give her a little height some day, this is the route I plan to take.
     
  11. Jul 3, 2017 at 5:45 PM
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    Sorry no pics but I am not very computer savvy, but will try to figure it out, or wait till grandkids show up and show Paw Paw how to.. Thanks for the info
     
  12. Jul 25, 2017 at 6:38 PM
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    Bilstein seems to be more off road is this the case??? My wife and I go everywhere in my Tundra, I pull my boat to go fishing but my off roading days are long gone. I am looking to level off the front end with a little lift and also (hopefully) improve on what is a pretty smooth ride .... I thank all of ya'll for info so far and am still doing a little research when I can have been very very busy
     

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