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Any tips on adjusting 5100 height setting without removing struts from truck??

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by BenWA, Dec 13, 2010.

  1. Dec 15, 2010 at 7:23 PM
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    BenWA

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    That's a good thought. I'm gonna look into whether or not Tire Factory in Redmond has a similar lifetime rate (that's where I ordered my tires).
     
  2. Dec 15, 2010 at 7:30 PM
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    First time was swapping out my stock struts for 5100's set at 2.5". Had front diff vibes at the 2.5" setting so I took struts off and set em to 0" (2nd time) to buy some time to figure out how to proceed in light of the vibe issue. Now I will be doing the 3rd time to set them at .85".

    My logic is that .85" is mild enough that I shouldn't have any vibe issues (knock on wood) but is enough lift to fit 32" Duratracs without rubbing issues at full lock. I hope my logic is right. :)
     
  3. Dec 15, 2010 at 7:53 PM
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    Try the Toytec differential drop spacers?
     
  4. Dec 16, 2010 at 10:09 AM
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    I've been to Tire Factory in Redmond a few times, and nothing against them, but I would still consider Firestone over Tire Factory for convenience and availability. I wouldn't go to Tire Factory for it just because that's where you got your tires, I know there are Tire Factorys around, but there are Firestones all over the place. There's even one right up the street from TF on the other side of Redmond Way.
     
  5. Dec 16, 2010 at 10:12 AM
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    Have you tried the 1.75" setting yet? It seems like you said this in another thread at some point, but what size Duratracs did you get? I think you'll rub 32's at only .85".
     
  6. Dec 16, 2010 at 1:23 PM
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    I set mine to 1.75" and have no vibes. Just the TSB in the back and I have 265/70/17 Revo 2's. It's the perfect mix for me! Leveled the truck with just the TSB done in the rear.

    Hope it works for you...the 4th time will REALLY SUCK!
     
  7. Jan 15, 2011 at 8:08 PM
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    yes all spacer lifts lift twice the amount they are so 1/4 lifts 1/2
     
  8. Mar 31, 2011 at 9:26 PM
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    I have my 5100s set at 1.75 and my tires 265/70/17 rub.
     
  9. Oct 29, 2011 at 9:46 AM
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    Anyone know if Sensatrack struts are adjustable like the bils and other struts?
     

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