What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

265/70/17 should fit with no problem, anything bigger and you're going to have to trim

 

Thank you!

 

Have the same ones. Not tapping into factory wiring was what sold me.

 

I appreciate the input from those who responded. One other thing. Are new coils a must or can I use the stock ones? I may call headstrong tomorrow and discuss things further with them. Thanks

 

5100s are designed to be used with stock springs but if you want lift with less preload you can buy aftermarket springs such as eibach.

 

How much work is involved with moving the OEM spings to the new 5100 shocks?

 

Peeled off the stock “Off-Road” vinyl and installed these by @CBoy808

 

Thanks. I'm a suspension dummy so can you explain to me the the advantage / disadvantage of either spring and how it effects the ride?

 

How do you like those tires so far?

 

Did the RMAS kit add any lift to the rear? And would you consider it a diy install?
I’m considering the kit and wanted to know if I would need to lift the front to keep it level. Thanks

 

Polished and sealed headlight and taillights. Will seal again just before winter.

 

All I did was clean with alcohol. I brush painted them with touch up paint. I’ll see how long it lasts.

 

So I’ve been reading about lifts for a while. But today I read TWICE “kyb top hat”. Quick google explains it pretty quick. But can u not use whatever holds the factory strut together? Is this needed with specific setups or is it an improvement over the stock version?

 

Blackout OR wheel decals and TRD center cap decals. Essentially put a bunch of stickers on my truck. Very happy with the look, but they were a pain in the neck.

 

I gained about 1.5" at the rear but the ride smoothness when empty did not change IMO. The biggest advantage is when you load up the receiver with towing or fill the box with a big load the truck does not sink so the back end looks like it is dragging. Therefore, driveability is not compromised.
I would say this kit is an easy DIY with patience and the right tools.

 

Use spring compressors that can be rented (for free) from your local auto parts store, compress the springs, disassemble shock assembly, move parts over to new shock, reassemble, then release the tension from the spring compressors.

There is also a no spring compressor method that you can find videos of on YouTube.

If you've never done suspension work before find someone in the area with experience to help. It can be dangerous.

Stock springs on 5100s have to be compressed/preloaded (via moving the spring seat up on the shock) which can lead to a stiff/harsh ride. Aftermarket springs won't need the spring seat moved up as high to achieve the same amount of lift which should translate into a better ride.

Pros/cons-

Stock springs = free but harsh (maybe)
Aftermarket = extra money but better ride

 

Buy a 2020 for the power seat. And the cameras. But mostly the power seat XD

 

With the 5100’s you can use the stock coils.

 

Got my CMC done today. now its motivation to get my wheels and tires mounted. AMAZING work done by @Timbo's Customs. Thanks again bud.

 

I just got them so I could keep the stock strut assembly together in case I ever need to swap them out in the future.