Bilstein 5100

Oh Kee Pah · Mar 4, 2021

I have a listing in the classifieds as a "Performance Fox Leveling Kit" but it includes Bilstein rear shocks for 0-1" ride height. Don't want to seem pushy or anything, just thought it would be an option for you to look at since you've had the shipping troubles, etc. It could get you by for a while. https://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/thr...ng-kit-other-gm-oe-parts.124544/#post-1535727

I also have my 2015 Tahoe LTZ HD Towing rear coil springs (not in my for sale listing but certainly available).

I've had to deal with a ton of ordering/shipping problems on OE parts, aftermarket parts, big names and mom and pops since August. Headaches all around.

2nd the recommendation on the coil insulators. Not too expensive in the grand scheme of things.

Joker619 · Mar 10, 2021

Captain Insaino said:

Nice Setup...I've been going back and forth with 4 inch Readylift kits and level kits but I think I'm gonna do the Bilsteins after looking at your rig. I know it's gonna be a little extra but I think it'll be well worth it...if you don't mind, I had a couple questions.

1. Ride quality with the 1 inch spacer in back...is it pretty equivalent or better than stock...could you do without the spacer in the back and still had a nice level??

2. Planning to put smaller 33s (285 65 18) w Bilsteins to highest setting. Do I need new upper control arms?? Or am I cool with stocks. Planning to run my stock Rims.

Thanks in advance!!.This is the first time I'm touching anything involving suspension so I'm going in a little hesitant.. but I'm sure it'll be just fine once I see the difference from stock.

Jeff_ · Mar 10, 2021

Joker619 said:
Nice Setup...I've been going back and forth with 4 inch Readylift kits and level kits but I think I'm gonna do the Bilsteins after looking at your rig. I know it's gonna be a little extra but I think it'll be well worth it...if you don't mind, I had a couple questions.

1. Ride quality with the 1 inch spacer in back...is it pretty equivalent or better than stock...could you do without the spacer in the back and still had a nice level??

2. Planning to put smaller 33s (285 65 18) w Bilsteins to highest setting. Do I need new upper control arms?? Or am I cool with stocks. Planning to run my stock Rims.

Thanks in advance!!.This is the first time I'm touching anything involving suspension so I'm going in a little hesitant.. but I'm sure it'll be just fine once I see the difference from stock.

If you're contemplating the 5100's I'd suggest ordering them now and hope to receive them by summer.
I have mine on order (since January) and I'm hoping to fit a 275/70/18 BFG K02 on my Tahoe after I put them at the highest setting.

Tiki · Mar 12, 2021

Joker619 said:
Nice Setup...I've been going back and forth with 4 inch Readylift kits and level kits but I think I'm gonna do the Bilsteins after looking at your rig. I know it's gonna be a little extra but I think it'll be well worth it...if you don't mind, I had a couple questions.

1. Ride quality with the 1 inch spacer in back...is it pretty equivalent or better than stock...could you do without the spacer in the back and still had a nice level??

2. Planning to put smaller 33s (285 65 18) w Bilsteins to highest setting. Do I need new upper control arms?? Or am I cool with stocks. Planning to run my stock Rims.

Thanks in advance!!.This is the first time I'm touching anything involving suspension so I'm going in a little hesitant.. but I'm sure it'll be just fine once I see the difference from stock.

1” spacer with ride like stock. UCAs are not 100% necessary but are a good idea; you’ll need to ensure the UCA clears your wheel and tire combo.

Tiki · Mar 12, 2021

Jeff_ said:
If you're contemplating the 5100's I'd suggest ordering them now and hope to receive them by summer.
I have mine on order (since January) and I'm hoping to fit a 275/70/18 BFG K02 on my Tahoe after I put them at the highest setting.

You’ll clear. I believe mine are second from top setting, same tires.

Jeff_ · Mar 12, 2021

Tiki said:
You’ll clear. I believe mine are second from top setting, same tires.

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This is fantastic. I appreciate the reassurance and pic. Love the look of a big (tall) tire on a small wheel. Fills out the truck nicely.

olyelr · Mar 12, 2021

Tiki said:
You’ll clear. I believe mine are second from top setting, same tires.

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Nice rig!

I noticed the M22 sticker in the back window...thats my neck of the woods!!!!

Tiki · Mar 13, 2021

olyelr said:
Nice rig!

I noticed the M22 sticker in the back window...thats my neck of the woods!!!!

TC native.

olyelr · Mar 13, 2021

Tiki said:
TC native.

ive been across the bay on the east side my entire life...but i was born in texas! LOL

Jeff_ · Apr 13, 2021

Finally got my 5100's! Took about 4 months but they're here and ready to be installed on Saturday.

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