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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    Meant to shout out a special thanks to @kurek for the late night pictures of his wheel spacing to make sure the OEM wheels would fit with the LT285 tires.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and Tire Size

    Here is the before with the LT265/70/17 and factory suspension compared to the after.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    Not sure on the years that will work. I went ahead and added new sensors since mine were 5 years old. The tire shop installed for a decent deal. Install, new sensor, programming, mount and balance was less than $40 per wheel. That’s about $30 per sensor plus mount and balance.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and Tire Size

    I have everything finished up now and rolling along. Bilstein 5100 Shocks up front set @ 2.1 Bilstein 5100 Shocks in the rear 17x8 wheels from a earlier model (2003) to ensure proper width wheel for the new tires AMP Terrain Pro LT285/70/17 tires Ride quality is totally better now. I wish I...
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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    I have everything finished up now and rolling along. Bilstein 5100 Shocks up front set @ 2.1 Bilstein 5100 Shocks in the rear 17x8 wheels from a earlier model (2003) to ensure proper width wheel for the new tires AMP Terrain Pro LT285/70/17 tires Ride quality is totally better now. I wish I...
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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    Back in business. The “rattle” seems to be gone now that they put the washer in the right spot.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    Got the truck back at the shop. I heard a little rattle earlier today from the front end when I went over some bumps. After a careful inspection, they put the washer under the nut on top instead of putting it under the spring cap. They pulled it straight in and swapping it around now.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    Got the kit installed today and wish I had done it a long time ago. I don’t have the new tires yet, but a noticeable difference. I set the shocks on 2.1 and ended up with around 2 inches or so of lift depending on which side you measure. I still have just shy of 1/2” rake which will allow for...
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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    I’ll take the measurements before and after. I got them delivered and will be calling the shop in the morning to schedule the install and alignment for the strut work. I plan to swap the rears over Bilsteins as well for ride quality, but will do that myself when they come in.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and 285/70/17 Tire Pics?

    I have a 2015 Tradesman quad cab and getting ready to do the Bilstein 2.1 level. Does anyone have pics of a 2.1 level with tires in that size. (285/70/17) I want to verify the look. I have searched the forums and don’t see much when it comes to 17” tires. Thanks!
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    Bilstein 2.1 and Tire Size

    Thanks Kurek! Do you happen to know what year they started using the 17x7 instead of the larger size? This way, I can look for a set that predates the current size.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and Tire Size

    Thanks for the suggestions. I may try to find a set 17x8 with a 0 or small negative offset so I can go with a 285 tire.
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    Bilstein 2.1 and Tire Size

    I know, I know... Another tire question is coming. I have searched and can't really find what I'm looking for, so I thought I'd ask here. I just ordered my Bilstein 5100 RHA shocks to level my 2015 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab. I have measured and decided to go with a 2.1 setting when I take it...
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