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5100 install - Access Cab

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by dmb, Mar 5, 2010.

  1. Mar 5, 2010 at 4:26 PM
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    So I installed my 5100's up front today. Thanks to this forum it was a breeze. I decided on setting them at 1.75". My rear-end is stock, no TSB. I didn't take any pics of the actual install, only after with everything back on. I followed the instructions on removing the front shock removal, except for disconnecting the UCA. I removed the stabilizer bar and used the hydraulic jack that came w/ the truck to push the UCA down far enough to slip the shock assembly out. Took both shocks to the local shop to have the springs swapped, cost me $50 total, not bad. Install was just the reverse, although I had to jack the UCA down much further to get the new shock in. If you are on the fence about doing this yourself, GO FOR IT. And now for the pics!

    The day I bought her, stock. The pic is reversed to help show the difference.
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    After


    More 'after' pics...
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    :D
     
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  2. Mar 5, 2010 at 6:48 PM
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    Clean looking. Good job on the DIY. Any plans for wheels and tires?
     
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  3. Mar 5, 2010 at 6:54 PM
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    Great job! looks great!

    Taco4x4nc

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  4. Mar 5, 2010 at 7:22 PM
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    Thanks! I want to do Moto Metal 955Bs for sure. Not sure on tires yet though.
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  5. Mar 5, 2010 at 7:23 PM
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    looks good!
     
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  6. Mar 5, 2010 at 7:25 PM
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    Damn you, just when I was starting to think I could get by without and not have to spend the money, you go and do this!


    Looks good by the way.
     
    AvsFanTRD, Mar 5, 2010
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  7. Mar 5, 2010 at 7:36 PM
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    LOL, my bad. I just couldn't help myself! :bananadance:
     
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    lookin good
     
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  9. Mar 7, 2010 at 5:15 AM
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    oooo she looks great!
     
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  10. Mar 7, 2010 at 6:11 AM
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    Awesome dude...I just got mine in the mail a few days ago...I can't wait to put them on.
     
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  11. Mar 7, 2010 at 6:16 AM
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    Looking good! :thumbsup:
     
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  12. Mar 7, 2010 at 6:32 PM
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    Looks awesome! Trying to order my set right now...waiting to hear from DownSouth if there are any fronts in stock. Nice job!
     
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  13. Mar 7, 2010 at 6:40 PM
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    Thanks everybody. :headbang:
     
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  14. Mar 7, 2010 at 6:55 PM
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    kudos for getting it down yourself!
     
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  15. Mar 7, 2010 at 7:54 PM
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    looks good. any difference in ride quality?
     
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  16. Mar 7, 2010 at 8:29 PM
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    Feels more stable up front...better overall fo sho.
     
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  17. Mar 7, 2010 at 8:33 PM
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    Nice job! Stance of truck definitely looks better.
     
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