Bilsteins at 1.4… Done

Westwind1124a · Dec 17, 2013

I finally got these to a shop that knew how to install them. Anyway, I went with the 1.4 because I plan on running the stock size tire until they wear out and was afraid that the 2.1 would have made them look small. I probably should have gone with the 2.1. Oh, well… Still much better

Before and after

WhiteExpress · Dec 17, 2013

I like it. It's subtle, but still looks more 'tough'

Westwind1124a · Dec 17, 2013

WhiteExpress said:
I like it. It's subtle, but still looks more 'tough'

Thanks! I'm just hoping that they don't settle much

WhiteExpress · Dec 17, 2013

You *might* be able to adjust them without removal..?
I know nothing aboot em.

Caldwell · Dec 17, 2013

that would be my ideal level with 305/50/20's !

Westwind1124a · Dec 17, 2013

WhiteExpress said:
You *might* be able to adjust them without removal..?
I know nothing aboot em.

I'm not worried about it. Actually I kind of like the way it looks. I have been thinking about a small body lift when I decide to put new tires on. I'll figure out what to do then

Westwind1124a · Dec 17, 2013

Caldwell said:
that would be my ideal level with 305/50/20's !

I was also thinking that some 285/60/20's would look good too! Not sure that I want to beat the crap out of the side of my truck though…

Mutt · Dec 20, 2013

That's a very sharp truck! I went with the 2.1 on mine with the stock 275/60R20s. It doesn't make the tire look too small, it just makes the truck look like a 4x4 should

Westwind1124a · Dec 20, 2013

Mutt said:
That's a very sharp truck! I went with the 2.1 on mine with the stock 275/60R20s. It doesn't make the tire look too small, it just makes the truck look like a 4x4 should

Thanks! I may go to the 2.1 setting when I put larger tires on. For now though I am enjoying even that small amount of lift, especially with all of the snow we've had in the northeast.

I know what you're saying though, I hate the way these things sit from the factory :thumbsdown:

Mutt · Dec 20, 2013

FYI, this is how my 2012 Express sits @ 2.1" Since this photo, I got rid of the OE Goodyears and replaced them with Nitto Crossteks in the same size

Westwind1124a · Dec 20, 2013

Mutt said:
FYI, this is how my 2012 Express sits @ 2.1" Since this photo, I got rid of the OE Goodyears and replaced them with Nitto Crossteks in the same size

Looks really good!

Cruizer · Dec 20, 2013

Both look good. If you could adjust 5100 while on, it would be harder than taking them out. I don't see how you could though. Can't wait to see pics with new tires.

Mutt · Dec 20, 2013

Cruizer said:
Can't wait to see pics with new tires.

Cruizer · Dec 20, 2013

Look at the dirty truck ****. :laughing1:

Looks good though.

Westwind1124a · Dec 20, 2013

Cruizer said:
Both look good. If you could adjust 5100 while on, it would be harder than taking them out. I don't see how you could though. Can't wait to see pics with new tires.

It'll be quite a while before I get new tires. I only have about 12000 on my open country a/t's and I only drive about 12000 a year. So maybe in about 3 years or when I get bored… which ever happens first

Mutt · Dec 20, 2013

Westwind1124a said:
It'll be quite a while before I get new tires. I only have about 12000 on my open country a/t's and I only drive about 12000 a year. So maybe in about 3 years or when I get bored… which ever happens first

I understand that, however I couldn't have those lousy Goodyear HPs on mine any longer.

Cruizer · Dec 20, 2013

I hate these HP's. Absolutely horrible in the snow. Can't wait to get my 35" Terra Grapplers. Unfortunately it will be after the snow this year in early spring.

Westwind1124a · Dec 20, 2013

Cruizer said:
I hate these HP's. Absolutely horrible in the snow. Can't wait to get my 35" Terra Grapplers. Unfortunately it will be after the snow this year in early spring.

That will require pics!

Cruizer · Dec 20, 2013

There will be plenty, lol. Not happen though until probably around March, maybe April depending on weather. I can't wait!

Caldwell · Dec 20, 2013

I cant wait to get rid of these crapyears as well. I really want a set of Falken Wildpeaks.

OP - can you post some pictures that are a little closer ??? Im really on the fence about leveling, but if i did it would be 1.4 as well on either 285/60 after seeing a truck i liked, or going with 305/55's

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