Bilstein @ 2.8 with 295/65-20 General Grabber X3 Installed PICS

[SAABseanSCANIA]

Installed my bilsteins this weekend finally after having blown front shocks for 3 years. I did them at 2.8, so the rear end is a little off. I intend to run a rear coil spacer if I can't find larger springs (I looked on TGC and can't find them???). The photo of the dry erase board is the measurements to the wheelwells (right is the front); you can see the front is a bit higher.

Anyways, I couldn't find a whole ton of photos with 295/65-20s on stock sport 20's on a leveled truck so i figure i would post some up.

The tires are awesome. They measure about 35.5" high and around 11.75" wide. They balanced well and I have gone up to 85mph with no vibes or problems. I have ZERO RUBBING in any condition, and I do not have wheel spacers - since I know it will be asked. Noise level is very low but all I have to compare is to my 33" duratracs on my Jeep TJ which I didn't find loud either.

I'm very happy with it overall, wish I did it 3 years ago haha. Rear bilsteins will go in when I get my coil spacers. I may post some more pics to show any difference.

 

[jljbtm]

What is the 2.8 number?

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[SAABseanSCANIA]

What is the 2.8 number?

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The front adjustable Bilstein 5100s are at the 2.8 setting. Assuming this is the answer to the question.

 

[quietpeen]

looks good

 

[SeriousBlack]

Looks great!

 

[mohemipar]

Looks great. Hows the power feel pulling them around? Did you re calibrate the computer for the new size?

 

[6.7CumminsDrvr]

Looks good, eyeing that specific size for my next set. How firm are the tires? That size has a slightly higher load capacity than the tires im running now and I'm wondering how much firmer if any they might be.

The spacers are hard to find on the TGC website, use the search feature on their site and they pull up (I had the same issue).

 

[joeygster]

That looks really amazing man.

 

[SJP_1809]

Looks good!!

 

[Wings]

Looks Great. For me that is the perfect set-up. Here's mine. 2014 Laramie 1500 with Blistein's set at 2.8 in the front and Blistein's and a 3/4 spacer in the rear. Tires are 295/65-20 Nitto Ridge Grapplers on stock Laramie 20x9 rims.

 

[SAABseanSCANIA]

Looks great. Hows the power feel pulling them around? Did you re calibrate the computer for the new size?

Power isn't bad, but you know they're there... I didn't recal but it's been on my mind to look into it.

 

[SAABseanSCANIA]

Looks good, eyeing that specific size for my next set. How firm are the tires? That size has a slightly higher load capacity than the tires im running now and I'm wondering how much firmer if any they might be.

The spacers are hard to find on the TGC website, use the search feature on their site and they pull up (I had the same issue).

As far as firmness, I'm not sure what to compare them to. I'm hoping these won't be as soft as other in terms of wear, but they're not "stiff" if that's the question.

I'm actually looking for lift springs for the rear from TGC. Old 2012 threads said they existed but maybe not anymore.

 

[SAABseanSCANIA]

thanks for the compliments.

I really just wanted to post up because I was looking for this sort of post prior to making my decision and hope it helps someone.

 

[SeriousBlack]

thanks for the compliments.

I really just wanted to post up because I was looking for this sort of post prior to making my decision and hope it helps someone.

When I'm ready for tires, I most likely will do this as well. Thanks!

 

[Damion]

How far off did they throw your speedo?

 

[69GWC]

Very nice man, got any pics of the tires up close.

 

[603photog]

Looks great! I know a lot of guys prefer to drop the wheel size when going up in tire size, but I prefer the stock 20s.

Also, @SAABseanSCANIA and @SeriousBlack: #603Represent!

 

[Cmsharp]

Your truck looks really good. I would love some bigger tires, but scared to do it with a 3.21 axle.

 

[SeriousBlack]

Also, @SAABseanSCANIA and @SeriousBlack: #603Represent!

 

[SAABseanSCANIA]

How far off did they throw your speedo?

I believe it's about 2.5% so not too much.