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5100s

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Mikejr, Jul 16, 2018.

  1. Jul 16, 2018 at 7:39 PM
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    Mikejr

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    Iv read that some guys add shins with the Bilstein 5100 on the driver side front? Is this true why and do we have to?
     
  2. Jul 17, 2018 at 7:49 AM
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    Toytec Lifts

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    People add a "shim" to the driver side to help compensate for the drive side lean without preloading the spring down more. Its a simple way to keep your truck level from driver to passenger side.


    Checkout out our top plate spacer that we offer, easy install and is competitively priced :thumbsup: Any questions, let me know!

    Thanks


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  3. Jul 17, 2018 at 8:04 AM
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    Skippy

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    I have 5100's all the way around, and used Coach Builder shims up front with his shackles on the rear. Each shim adds a quarter of an inch in lift. I have the Bilsteins at the top setting, and added 1 shim to the passenger side with 2 on the driver side. Since there is more weight on the side of the truck due to battery, & gas tank this will better level it out. Not a necessity, but your personal preference. Some people don't even add the shims, and just use the shocks alone. Depends on what you are looking to accomplish. Park in a level area, and measure how you sit with all 4 wheels. That'll be your start point, and go from there.
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  4. Jul 18, 2018 at 11:40 AM
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    Thanks for the Post @Skippy I don't think any vehicle sits perfect with some adjustment, We designed our Coachbuilder shims to fine tune the front suspension allowing you dial in that perfect stance. If I can help anyone please let me know. David 801-635-4872
     
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  5. Jul 19, 2018 at 9:13 AM
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    This is the answer I wanted! Thanks very helpful wasn’t sure if it needed it or it would slant real bad without it!
     
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    Just got her back. I did the Bilstein 5100 middle setting with 2 CB shims on driver side and 1 on passenger. Thx to everyone with the recipe to help get me here

    TruckLift.jpg
     
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    @the mailman nice! I’m looking at the exact same set up.
     
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    Thank you, I have all the parts I need to do this but shims.

    What size tires did you get/go with on the 18" stock rims?
     

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