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2nd Gen RCD/Bilstein 5100 Shocks

Discussion in 'Downsouth Motorsports' started by Downsouth Motorsports, Jan 27, 2012.

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  1. May 3, 2013 at 7:15 AM
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    Downsouth Motorsports

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    I believe you will be very happy with the 5100's

    Micah
     
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  2. May 3, 2013 at 2:50 PM
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    I've not been able to get onto DSM website. Has anybody else? I was looking for spacer for taco lean.
     
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  3. May 3, 2013 at 2:55 PM
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    works fine for me.

    however (I hate steering away from DSM), they dont have the spacers iirc...the closest is the trim packer deal for OME.

    check toytec for the lean spacer.............warning tho, shipping will cost just about as much as the spacer from toytec
     
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  4. May 3, 2013 at 2:58 PM
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    I did,and saw that. But it says its for ome,and I got all 4 billies and ome springs from DSM. Will it still work?
     
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  5. May 3, 2013 at 3:04 PM
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    no

    thats as close as dsm comes to a spacer IIRC............. They dont promote spacers or blocks for a reason and I respect that fully.


    the trim packer is for the OME struts.

    I had to order the lean spacer from toytec, but everything else is from DSM...u cant beat their prices or customer service......free shipping is an added bonus :D

    thanks Sonny and Micah!
     
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  6. May 3, 2013 at 3:10 PM
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    Thanks. I agree. DSM has been very helpful. I wish I knew about the trim pack before I mix matched.
    Can the trim pack be modified for billies?
     
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  7. May 3, 2013 at 3:14 PM
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  8. May 3, 2013 at 3:17 PM
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  9. May 3, 2013 at 3:19 PM
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    ur welcome
     
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  10. May 5, 2013 at 6:12 AM
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    Not seeing the billies on their site now... I guess maybe out of stock?
     
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  11. May 7, 2013 at 8:21 AM
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  12. May 7, 2013 at 9:40 AM
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    What can I do to jot change the ride quality I've heard a lot that it effects it
     
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  13. May 7, 2013 at 11:12 AM
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    Everyone has an opinion on ride quality, as everyone drives on different roads and has a different style of driving..
    You could set the strut at the 7/8 setting gaining the 7/8 of lift and not effecting the ride and see if you like it, if you want to level it, I would recommend you setting it at the 1.75 setting and driving it to see if you like the way it feels.
    Either way you are getting a better shock, but now trucks are built to ride like cars, so its just going to be a trial type of deal to see what you like best.

    Micah
     
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  14. May 10, 2013 at 10:09 AM
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    Why doesn't the link work? did i miss something? i was going to order today
     
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  15. May 14, 2013 at 11:11 AM
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  16. May 30, 2013 at 8:20 AM
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    I have a 2013 DC with a stock rear 3 leaf pack. I am looking for the exact Bilstein 5100's and any other parts or pieces I may need to install these. I read that they do not come with stem bushings? And something about a spacer needed? Not sure if that is true. All and any help in this matter is greatly appreciated. I just want to level out the front of the truck. Price for the 2 shcoks and misc parts needed. Thanks !!
     
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  17. May 30, 2013 at 10:13 AM
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    I have a 2010 TRD Offroad with no TSB in the rear. I want to get a lift, no more than 3" for sure, 2.5 would be ideal because I don't have to get UCA.

    I like the adjustability of the Bilstein but at the same time I'm concern that if I use the top perch in the Bilstein for maximum height I could be affecting handling due to the limited travel of the shock with the higher setting. I have read a lot about this set up but I havent found anything that answer this. I also like the OME but it seems to put me right at 3" which could mean UCA.

    For the rear, should I have an AAL? Or get a leaf pack? 2.5" to 3" leveled would be mu ideal set up.

    My driving style in 90% FWY with some dirt fireroad once in a while.

    Soo manu combinations of spring selection that make this suspension selection process difficult.
     
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    just ordered my billies 5100s through u guys great customer service and great price. tried to get 4 wheel parts to price match cause there closer to me and i could pick them up and they would not even price match u guys. awesome deals will be doing more business with u guys

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