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Thickest Strut Spacer without changing studs?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by DLillest, Jul 11, 2019.

  1. Jul 11, 2019 at 6:31 AM
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    DLillest

    DLillest [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I'm looking to level my truck 1-1.5" in the front, but also correct the Taco Lean at the same time.

    I was thinking of upgrading my oem 2nd Gen front suspension for some 3rd gen Offroad Bilsteins. This should give me my 1 inch of lift. Plus add a 1/4" or 3/8" spacer on the drivers side.

    My question is, to correct the Taco Lean, how thick of a top spacer can I add before I would need to change out the studs bolts for longer ones? is a 3/8" or 1/2" spacer too thick?

    For some context, I don't really take my truck offroad, its mainly used for towing a boat to the cottage, hauling reno supplies on the weekends and taking the kayak down to the river.
     
  2. Jul 12, 2019 at 8:38 PM
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    3/8”. 1/2” you’ll need longer studs.
     
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  3. Jul 12, 2019 at 8:39 PM
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    1/4” non issue
     
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  4. Jul 13, 2019 at 10:45 AM
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    Just to be clear a 1/4" spacer will provide approx. .440" of lift.
     
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  5. Jul 15, 2019 at 6:27 AM
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    Thanks, I already purchased a 1/4" spacer that I haven't put on yet. I was wondering if a 3/8" spacer would fit without swapping out the studs. I don't want to disassemble the strut assembly.

    Agreed, thanks for confirming. I was contemplating adding a 3/8" spacer for just a slight extra 1/4" lift. Just wanted to make sure I have enough clearance without changing out the studs.
     

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