Bilstein 5100 2 inch lift with 296/65/20?

[Elgin]

I'm planning to install Bilstein 5100s set at 2 inches of lift and want to run 295/65/20 tires. I've been researching but haven't found anyone running this exact setup. Most people seem to go with 285/65/20 or 3.5 inches lift.

Will 295/65/20 tires fit with just a 2-inch lift? Or do I need more than 2 inches in the front and maybe a 1-inch lift in the rear? If I go with longer rear springs, how much longer can the OEM rear shocks handle before needing an upgrade?

Also, if I install Bilstein 5100s, why is it okay to keep the OEM springs? Aren’t the Bilsteins longer? Don’t I need some kind of adapter or extension to match the length? I saw on suspensionlift.com that they offer a kit with 5100s and Mopar springs, which makes sense to me since I think Mopar springs are about 2 inches longer. I’m new to this, so any explanation would help.

Second question: I’m also planning to upgrade the upper control arms. I want to go with Mopar UCAs because they’re more affordable, but if I end up with more than a 2-inch lift, like 2.5 inches, will Mopar UCAs still be okay? Or will they become a limiting factor? Any other UCA options you'd recommend for lifts over 2 inches?

Thanks in advance.

 

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@boogielander

 

[boogielander]

• you will be fine with 295/65/20. it roughly translates to 35x11.5R20. Will fit.
• You may need to do some trimming on the plastic liner with 2", which is no big deal either a heat gun/ torch OR a blade will work just fine. If you go offroad and drive aggressive or do aggressive stuff, read my thread on the Fox 2.5 and jump to the section titled "Trimming"
• No need to go more than 2" so no need to think about the rear now unless you're towing or have heavy constant load in the bed.
• The Bilsteins are longer at extension, but it is adjusted using the clips and the cup system on the shock body. When the OE spring is mated to 5100, its length does not change, even if you're sitting at the max height setting. Instead, the spring is pushing the shock. The shock can take it because it is designed to do that, with the extension already compensated internally. AKA, shocks are longer INSIDE (where you can't see) to account for full droop at higher ride height. I've never dealt with mopar lift kit before, so don't know what's the difference between their regular spring and 2" springs.
• For UCA only two options that I recommend: Thuren and Carli. Not KSP (china), not ICON tubular (PITA to deal with), not ICON billet (they sheer off on its own), not BDS, not MOPAR.