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5100 front adjust

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by skidrow, Dec 25, 2015.

  1. Dec 25, 2015 at 6:21 PM
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    skidrow

    skidrow [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hey guys just a quick question im wondering if i can adjust my bilstine 5100s up front with out removing them??? I didnt realize they were not at the full setting and after installing the new arb bumperive lost some hight some what im trying to do it put the coil clamps on compress them and slide the collar to the top position im just lazy today and want it done fast lol

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  2. Dec 25, 2015 at 6:26 PM
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  3. Dec 25, 2015 at 6:47 PM
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    Grrrrrrrrrr!!! Ok guess there commin out......
     
  4. Dec 25, 2015 at 8:39 PM
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    So got the coils adjusted now im left with a bad caster problem.... right wheel is foward almost 2" when comparing to the left side... the adjustment bolt is seized now what??? I guess im going to try and find a shop in the morning to get an alinement has any one had this problem with the caster??
     
  5. Dec 27, 2015 at 8:20 AM
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    On 2nd Gen s the caster is not adjustable without new UCA, idk about 1st gen
     
  6. Dec 27, 2015 at 8:51 AM
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    Justinlhc

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    Yes it is.

    I wouldn't take it to an alignment shop until you get the seized adjuster fixed(unless you're planning on them replacing it?). If it's seized they will just get it as close as they can which probably won't be very desirable.
     
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  7. Dec 27, 2015 at 9:21 AM
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