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[Mike2012]

Hey all, new to the forum, not sure why I haven’t joined sooner, but I’ve got some questions regarding a lift kit. I’ve got a 2012 Yukon xl Denali that I’m looking to get rid of the air ride completely. Going with the 4” BDS kit with Fox 2.0 in the rear and going to go with bilstein 5100 up front. My questions are, what springs should I pair with the 5100 up front and what springs should I go with in the rear as the air ride springs will be too soft. 90% daily and 10% overland. Not bouldering, just light to moderate trails

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Pics of the truck, please. If we can't see it, it does not exist.

I cannot personally assist you with your question, as my truck has an OEM suspension, but other members of this Forum much more knowledgeable than me in this area will chime in.

 

[Mike2012]

I guess pics would help. I found this forum researching so decided to join as I always have questions and love throwing ideas around. Best way to diagnose and figure out builds like what I’m trying to do is how I go about things

 

[Mike2012]

 

[Mike2012]

So I guess this forum only responds to certain people? Or no one has any insight on my question? Not very useful and kinda frustrating. Trying to reach out to fellos on personal experience and get no help. Ok, thanks anyways

 

[Fless]

Members generally respond based on their experiences and how often they view threads. Some with experience may not have seen the thread.

 

[SpareParts]

Or most have no experience with lifts.

 

[mikez71]

I typically hear about replacement moog springs..
Of the two available, one is the standard replacement, and the other a Z71 replacement.

People who carry a load might want the the dayton or dorman heavy duty springs..

Maybe @Tozan will have something to add..

 

[Mike2012]

I was looking at Moog 81246 up front and the cargomaxx 351897hd for the rear. Just been a pain as I’m basically building this suspension from the ground up. Sort of. I can go the RC route and get most everything but seems with my research that bds is a step up. Just doesn’t come with everything. Need new springs in the rear and want the comfort for the road but also capable off road. Why I was leaning towards the 5100’s. Unless someone has any other recommendations. Very new to suspension but I’m trying to learning. Thinking this would be all bolt on but deleting the air ride and going up seems to be more difficult