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Leafs are flat, shocks are leaking oil, tires are bald, time for a lift (1st gen)!

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Milkman14, Aug 15, 2024.

  1. Aug 15, 2024 at 3:53 PM
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    Milkman14

    Milkman14 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hi TW,
    As the title implies the stars have aligned and all my suspension components are bad so if I am ever going to do a lift the time is now. I am looking to get some advice before I buy anything. I am wanting about 2" of lift. From the research I have done on TW, I think I can accomplish this with Bilstein 5100's allround, OME springs (I am thinking of 881's I plan to add a bumper in the future), and Dakar leaf springs with additonal leaf added. https://www.srqfabrications.com/pro...gFu8H49ze_6sZgwhjTWevW8n1GVsfFkJnPOixO9nplHJ4

    I am currently running 265/75/r16 wheels, from what I can gather I should keep these the same size to prevent any rubbings. Am I missing anything?
    Any help is appreciated!
    (Pic is random, my truck is on a hydraulic lift so that is not the ride height)

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  2. Aug 16, 2024 at 9:42 AM
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    I would budget for LCA's, UCA's, Tie Rods, sway bar links/bushings as well if they are all old components. 5100's are a good budget friendly lift and will ride fine. Get new tophats for the front shocks too.
     
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  3. Aug 16, 2024 at 9:50 AM
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    Do not go over 2 in front. CV boots will tear and barf grease, be ready for that in any event at that age. The actual birfeld axle and joint should be fine as long as they don't lose lube. Several threads on CV options for boots and mods can be found on this site.

    Are you doing the work yourself?
     
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  4. Aug 18, 2024 at 4:01 AM
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    I replaced UBJ's and LBJ's recently as well as tie rod end's, sway bar links. Bushing looked ok in the control arms. Thanks for the reminder on the tophats, I will make sure I get them.

    I have no interest in going over 2" on the lift; I think 1.75" would be a good height too. I did a manual hub swap to help reduce wear on CV boots if I lifted the truck. I would do it myself, need to look into where I can rent a spring compressor but I have everything else.
     
  5. Aug 18, 2024 at 7:29 AM
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    Milkman14

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    This is what I am thinking of ordering, let me know if you have suggestions I appreciate your guy's help.

    Coils
    OME2881 Medium Load - 2.0"
    (x4)

    Option
    With Extra Leaf Installed
    (Extra leaf bc of topper and some stuff in back of truck)
    (x2)


     
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