Bilstein 6112

Order placed, can't thank you enough for all the help! I'll be sure to post up some pics here once i get everything hooked up.

 

i have tried to do my homework but maybe I’m just unable to be satisfied lol. Any other comments on this? I drive a 2013 with no modifications adding weight, on 285/70/17. Potential to add sliders and some other weight in the future but willing to address that when the time comes. 2nd gen but any comments would be appreciated. Planning on regular 600lb spring. I am basically weighing out if I should max the height and if that might effect ride quality. I have read mixed reviews about ‘topping out.’ Ultimately debating 2.5” vs 2” intended lift. Thoughts appreciated

 

If it were my truck I would set them up for the recommended height. The instructions are pretty good if you are stock weight still. On the street you are likely to notice the topping out on speedbumps going fast or potholes. Off-road or over rough terrain it will be very noticeable in ride and handling(traction) quality. For slower off road, it will also limit your ability to stuff a wheel as the spring will be more compressed at full stuff (the sway bar will prevent flex before this point anyways).

IF you add weight in the future and lose say 1/2" inch you can just go back and adjust a clip to compensate. As long as you arrive back at the pre weight add height your alignment wont even be required to be redone.

 

6112 has another happy user here.

 

I ordered a set of Alcan springs for the rear with 2" of lift. I am looking at the 6112/5160 combo with 600lb springs but not sure what setting for the 6112s. Any suggestions to go with the 2" in the rear? I was initially thinking 9/7 but wondering if 10/8 would be a better idea. I would like to keep some rake and have an aluminum cap that is on 50% of the time. If I go 10/8 does that take out most of the preload and will cause the shocks to top out?

This is for a 05 DCLB and I am planning to do UCAs. Rest of truck is stock.

 

10/8 will be good.

 

Exactly!!! No top out. These are great shocks. I will run them again when needed. I’m at 6/6 1/4” spacer driver side with 650 coils and about 2” of lift with bumper and winch. Rides awesome no complaints here. FYI my ICON RXT LEAF PACK still running strong.

 

Ok, you talked me into it, 10/8 it is. I do not have an exact weight of the topper but it is less than 150 and I told Alcan a constant 250lb payload when ordering.

I probably do not need UCAs for alignment but its an 05 and some new bushings will not hurt so I am going to upgrade while I am at it.

I will give you a call tomorrow morning, memario1214.

 

Billy’s add today. Rides great!

 

I assume 6112s are still considered "rebuildable"? I'm at about 100K on my second set - time for a new set!

@memario1214 Have you had any luck getting any from Bilstein without springs? I run 700 lb springs, and really don't need another new set of 600 lb springs sitting in the garage.

Also, do you carry 5165s? I'm doing a shock relocation in the rear, and will need some longer shocks. I plan to use Bilsteins with the reservoir.

 

Awesome!

I'll let you know when I'm ready for the 6112s - I wouldn't wait to order for no springs, just thought I'd ask.

Both these projects will/should happen in the next couple of months, so I will let you know.

Thanks.

 

I’d recommend going with 7100 14” short bodies if you want to stick with Bilstein for a shock relocation. 255/70 valving is what I found works well.

 

Thanks!!heck yeah! It sure does!

 

What do like about the 7100s over the 5165s?

They are not that much more expensive, and rebuild-able. Looks to be a good option.