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Bilstein 6112/5160 Settings

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by greatpennstater, Apr 7, 2017.

  1. Apr 7, 2017 at 10:51 AM
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    Hi All,

    I'm looking into purchasing and installing the 6112/5160 set up, but before I take the leap I wanted to get some clarification. I want to *nearly* level the front with the rear, but maintain a slight rake. When I go hunting or camping and have water/coolers/gear, etc. I don't want to be nose high. I'd also like to avoid shackles or shims, if possible, to keep costs down. I've read that if you put the 6112 at the top setting, the truck ends up slightly nose high, even without any load, and I definitely don't want that. If I put the 6112 at the 1.9" setting, will it maintain a slight rake, even after it settles?

    BTW, I have a 2016 Double Cab, if that makes a difference for weight distribution. I have no after market bumpers either.

    Thanks in advance!
     
  2. Apr 7, 2017 at 10:57 AM
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    Yup, just put them at a lower setting than top.
     
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  3. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:19 AM
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    Mine is at the 1.9 inche setting and is dead level.
    IMG_1900.jpg
     
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  4. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:20 AM
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    At the 1.9 inch setting, you'll be sitting at the exact same height as a TRD Pro. I parked next to one and it was identical.
     
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  5. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:21 AM
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    Wow, thanks for posting. Is your setup without any shackles or shims?
     
  6. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:21 AM
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    Nice. I think I can live with that :)
     
  7. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:22 AM
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    No shackles or shims.
     
  8. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:23 AM
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    How do you like the ride compared to stock (TRD Off Road)?
     
  9. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:24 AM
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    Much better. A little firmer on road, but it is way better off road.
     
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  10. Apr 7, 2017 at 11:26 AM
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    Good to know, thanks!
     
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  12. Apr 24, 2017 at 2:20 PM
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    Myself and my wife both dislike the super squishy/bouncy suspension and am looking forward to the stiffness that we should get when I change the suspension.
     
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    Where did you get the shocks for that price?
     
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    Warning: suspension noob question ahead -

    Do the 6112's have to be removed to be adjusted or can they be adjusted while mounted?
     
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    They must be removed to be adjusted.
     
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    I figured. Thanks!
     
  17. Apr 27, 2017 at 9:19 AM
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    Awesome, thanks for sharing this info. I think my mind is pretty much made up...just need to $$$ to pull the trigger.
     
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    That looks damn nice!
     
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    I got mine from carid but they offer a 10 percent military discount which really helped
     
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    That'll be a fun couple of games for sure! I live in Colorado now, but my family is still back in PA. I'll have to plan a trip up there for that one.
     
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    20170417_063425.jpgi have the 6112s on the top setting with 5160s and toytec shackles on middle setting. I know you dont want to deal with shackles but just thought i would post for reference.
     
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    Muley, what size tires you got?
     
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    Those are 275/70r18. They look super small at times. Getting 295s next
     
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    That looks good...I actually was looking at the adjustable shackles at Toytec. This gives me a great reference!

    I agree with Bprose...I like the stance and tire size too. Nice truck, man.
     
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    Thanks ya these shacklez are set at the middle setting. It was way to ass high when i tried them on the top setting. In person those tires look real small !
     
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    This is my 2017 CM 4X4, 6112's at top setting, 5160's with no shackles yet but I have CB #2 standing by, I just don't want a high rake!. SCS SR8 rims and 295-70-18's Nitto Ridge Grapplers!

    18222413_10212141072940643_8597197617655431214_n.jpg 18119405_10212141071500607_6986543202950021700_n.jpg 18157187_10212141073700662_8464790192389363209_n.jpg 18157380_10212141073340653_707886775048481045_n.jpg
     
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    Lmao
     
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    Race Consulting Agency, but I called.
     
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    Here it is with the 6112/5160 and Yokohoma g015 AT 275/60 R 20. Almost 3" of lift all the way around. The Windex bottles are 10" high and you can see 3-4" between them and the bottom of the step.
     
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