3 Questions about 2008?
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3 Questions about 2008?
1) Have 08 SC 4x4, want to know what has better ride Bilsteins 5100 Leveler Struts or Rancho Quicklift Adjustable Struts?
2) Whats max. tire size I can go on 20" stock rim (was thinking 305/60/20 Duragraplers) without rubbing?
3) Whats best tuner? Leaning towards edge.
Ive searched high in low for nights now, no definitive answers?
Does anyone have pics of Kenwood DNX8120 installed to see? Thanks!
2) Whats max. tire size I can go on 20" stock rim (was thinking 305/60/20 Duragraplers) without rubbing?
3) Whats best tuner? Leaning towards edge.
Ive searched high in low for nights now, no definitive answers?
Does anyone have pics of Kenwood DNX8120 installed to see? Thanks!
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those 3 questions get covered on almost a daily basis
1) The Bilstein seems to be the handsdown favorite
2) 35/12.5/20 (325/60/20)...depends on the rubber selection. Some rub, some don't. The 305 width would probably be ideal to ensure no rubbing though
3) Edge for Canned tunes, PHP Gryphon for custom tunes
1) The Bilstein seems to be the handsdown favorite
2) 35/12.5/20 (325/60/20)...depends on the rubber selection. Some rub, some don't. The 305 width would probably be ideal to ensure no rubbing though
3) Edge for Canned tunes, PHP Gryphon for custom tunes
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I know seems to be a question (Lifting Struts) beaten to death, but you would think by now, there would be some feedback on both struts as far a ride and adjustability to help out others who havent purchased yet?
Only heard one guy who says the Bilsteins ride is stiff, but wanted to hear about the adjustable Ranchos?
Only heard one guy who says the Bilsteins ride is stiff, but wanted to hear about the adjustable Ranchos?
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I just installed the Rancho QuikLifts on mine. Look for a thread from this weekend by that name for some pics. I think they're great. Ride is completely adjustable from soft to firm. The Rancho's are a little more expensive than the Bilstein, and have a newer presence in the marketplace. I haven't riden with the Bilstein's but I also heard they had a stiffer ride. I have mine set to 5 (mid-point) and seem to be near the stock struts in term of ride. Now bear in mind, my stock struts only had 2,300 miles on them too. I will be installing the remote controller when I have the time to adjust the shocks from the cab.
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Wainting for a ride report, coming down to the wire with me. Bilstein's or the Rancho Quciklift, but I want an opinion on the ride qaulity, I tow a 28' Magic deckboat in the summer. Buying the Edge Evoa and gonna add 305/55/20 Nitto Dura Grapplers. ANy updates?
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I would go Rancho again. I have the front and rears set on 5 and it's a firm setting and good compromise for most driving situations. The rear is not as bouncy over hard bumps as it was with the stock shocks. I haven't experimented with settings and have not installed the remote yet. I've been busy with other mods/projects. I don't know how they compare with the Bilstein's since I've never ridden in a truck with them, but if you can't find the ride you like with 9 settings, you're just too finicky. I don't know about the Bilsteins, but the Rancho shocks have polyurethane bushings instead of rubber.
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Im not sure on the other two. But as far as a tuner goes for custom tunes go with SCT x3. Hands down this thing is great. I love mine. I got the 87 economy tune,91 performance tune (really moves the truck now), and 91 tow. I towed a 15 foot steel utility trailer with 2 polaris sportsman quads 500 miles and got 15 mpg with it. With out the trailer on the way up with 1 quad in the back I got 15 also on econo. Probably should have tried tow also with the extra weight. I would talk to Mike from 5 star tunning. He can hook you up real good and its a good price. Plus you got the best customer service hands down then any other company I have ever seen.
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