lift checklist

If I get this,http://toyteclifts.3dcartstores.com/Bilstein-Adjustable-lift-kit-with-5100-shocks_p_132.html do I need any other parts? I.e, bushings, top plate, etc. Is it worth the 100$ extra for them to put the shock and spring together? Thanks.

 

$100 is kinda steep for putting a couple front coil/shocks together, but if you've never done it, have no desire TO do it guess you could bite the bullet & let them since they have them there, when I used to pay someone to do it , usually $45 - $50 total, average shop might charge

$30 -$40 each still less than a C note....

 

The other upside to having them put together before shipped, other than not killing yourself if you don't do it incorrectly, you won't have to take your old springs to a shop once you get them out before you put the new ones in. Part of the $100 includes all new top hats and bolts so you just take your old ones out and throw the new ones in without having to make a trip.

If you plan on cranking the settings and getting 2.5"-3" of lift, you might want to consider new upper control arms. You also should probably get a carrier bearing drop kit. Not sure what else you'll need with that kit. The OME kit I installed came with all the bushings and whatnot you would need.

 

I'm just going to run the eibach with the 5100 at 0. I do like the idea of a simple swap out of the complete assembly. Another plus for me is I will have the stock setup still assembled so when I get ready to sell or trade the truck I can throw it back in.

 

Same here. I think it's worth the assembly cost. I paid more than $100 through Wheeler's Offroad when I bought my kit. So it's definitely fair.