leveling 2016 with bilstein adjustable 5100

These are 265/70/16's but i'm going to switch to the 75's for a beefier, more balanced look.

 

Looks good even with stock size.

 

And that's at the highest setting for the new 5100's? the the top notch?

 

Yeah, I would have thought there'd be a lot more bro lean at the top settings without doing any lifting on the rear. Looks good...

 

After reading all 12 pages I don't recall seeing anybody mention the specific part number for '16+ 5100s. After a little digging this is what I've come across: #

$141 24-263108 Bilstein 24263108 Shock Absorber

24-263108. Anybody confirm?
Lifting on a budget over here lol and I had 5100s on a '13 Silverado and ride improvement was amazing. Too many happy people including myself, not to go this route to start out. Hoping for level or tiny rake.

 

Will 2nd gen 5100s fit a 3rd gen? I saw someone say they used the boss lift from a 2nd gen on a 3rd gen...

Only reason I ask my buddy has a couple sets and I wanted to throw some on if they would work?

EDIT: I currently have spacers because I couldn't afford lift yet... can I add 5100s with spacers until I can get springs?

 

Take out the spacers and use the 5100s with the stock springs. they will work just fine on the third gen. depending on which clip you use on the 5100 your lift height will vary. most use the first or second clip.

 

What size spidertrax spacers did you use? thanks in advance

 

Do you think your tires would have cleared with no lift and just using the spacers? Thanks, you're the only guy I can find with a limited.

 

Do you have hub to fender measurements for your after setup? Think a lot would be curious to know since you are set at the highest setting?

 

Had the same squishy/bouncy feeling with my 16 limited. Put on Icon Stage 1 and really tightened everything up. Icons on the rear also.

 

I'm thinking about buying icon stage 1 as well.. Can you tell me how high you went with it, tire size, and if you think it was worth the money? Any pics? Thanks.

 

This is not meant as a discouragement to lifting your vehicle. Please note: this is just to inform you.

If you are not willing to spend thousands of dollars, don't mess with your suspension's ride height.

Here is the scoop. If you change your ride height, you need to fix all of the suspension and driveline geometry you just threw out of whack. Non-negotiable.

Let's start with the front... Raising the front requires you to correct the roll center, camber gain, bump steer, Ackerman steering, and then an front end alignment. The first 4 cost a lot of money. Don't forget: if you have a 4wd, then you need to correct the driveline geometry you just messed up. Again, money.

Now for the rear... Raising the rear cause less trouble than the front, but you need to be diligent none the less. The most important thing you need to correct is driveline geometry. With a 2 piece driveshaft, there are a lot of angles to be mindful off. These must be corrected when lifting a vehicle. Roll center needs to be considered as well, but this is very minor. Last, a front end alignment to correct the faster you just through out. Finally, you need to test for vibrations in the driveline and correct as needed.

Failing to correct the geometry after a lift results in a realization that you paid money to make your vehicle worse. Though, to be fair, it may look a little nicer.

 

Is this with stock coils?

 

Yes, 24-263108 are correct. You can always check Bilstein's online catalog:

http://cart.bilsteinus.com/search/mmid=469408/setting=B8 5100 (Ride Height Adjustable)/drivetype=4WD

 

G-Force I love how your truck looks with the KO2s with white letters out with the 5100s. Can you confirm the part #s for the lift:

Front =

$141 24-263108 Bilstein 24263108 Shock Absorber

24-263108
Rear =

$104 24-186728 5100 Series Rear Shock fits 2005 2023 Tacoma 4WD with 0-1" Lift - Monotube Design, Fade Free Performance, Optimal Performance

24-186728

Also in the photo you posted when you first put them on what did you set the ring at to level it out properly. I can't tell if it's first or 2nd notch.

Thanks

 

He says at the top of page 12 they used the highest setting.

I've been hoping to get some settled hub to fender numbers from Gforce so I can know better which notch I should go with.