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I recently purchased a 2003 SSV and I am looking to get some part recommendations so I can get a set of tires (most likely 285/75 R16) under the truck without rubbing. This is an initial build on the truck and I plan on doing some light wheeling and beach running.
I don't know what the suspension differences are between the SSV and the LS/LT/Z71 models, but I have seen on several parts websites, when looking at shocks, that some say they are not for the police model. I am assuming that the SSV sits lower to the ground than the other models which means shock length needs to be considered. Are there other suspension differences I need to be aware of? I would like to use Bilstein 5100's, just not sure of which ones because of possible suspension differences.
What offset do I need to get for the wheels or can I run the stock wheels?
Can you guys provide links to the parts that you would recommend using (hopefully based on personal experience) for the following list?
Torsion Keys
Bilstein 5100 Front Shocks
Bilstein 5100 Rear Shocks
Rear Coil Springs (I don't really want spacers if I can avoid it)
Electronic Locker
Also, will I need limit straps for the rear to keep the coils in place if I am in a situation where one of the rear tires is off the ground?
Rich
I don't know what the suspension differences are between the SSV and the LS/LT/Z71 models, but I have seen on several parts websites, when looking at shocks, that some say they are not for the police model. I am assuming that the SSV sits lower to the ground than the other models which means shock length needs to be considered. Are there other suspension differences I need to be aware of? I would like to use Bilstein 5100's, just not sure of which ones because of possible suspension differences.
What offset do I need to get for the wheels or can I run the stock wheels?
Can you guys provide links to the parts that you would recommend using (hopefully based on personal experience) for the following list?
Torsion Keys
Bilstein 5100 Front Shocks
Bilstein 5100 Rear Shocks
Rear Coil Springs (I don't really want spacers if I can avoid it)
Electronic Locker
Also, will I need limit straps for the rear to keep the coils in place if I am in a situation where one of the rear tires is off the ground?
Rich
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