Feedback on small lift setup

[odonnry]

Feedback on my plans for a small lift

So after reading post after post trying to figure out the best options for a small lift, think I've settled on a setup. Looking for any feedback as to pros/cons, concerns, etc.. for the following:

Bilstein 5100s in the front and rear
1" spacer for rear lift
New readylift UCAs

I don't do any serious off-roading. Currently running 275/60R20s but will probably move up to something slightly larger at some point. All In material and install/alignment labor looking at around $1500. It seems this setup is fairly common so any input on ride quality, things you'd change now that you've had it installed, etc would be greatly appreciated.

Affordability and ride quality are important factors. I realize those could be mutually exclusive to some
degree.

Thanks in advance

my truck is a 5th gen 1500

 

[PurpleRT]

Soooo how high are you actually planning on lifting it? Under 2” and you can keep the stock control arms up front as long as they’re in great condition… if your not Mopar offers the offroad control arms that are found on the rebels/ trucks with the offroad package.. rather cheap in comparison to the readylift ones and will keep the cv axle in check with a smaller lift I would still change them even if sticking with under 2”.

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For the 1” rear spacers are fine or you could go with the ORG rear springs which are 1” longer then the stock non ORG. I would go longer springs versus spacers but thats just me.


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[SKT Customs]

Honestly I’d probably just throw on a 2.5” spacer up front and then do the off road group coils in the rear like PurpleRT mentioned. Add on the Mopar UCAs which are really cheap and you accomplished your goal for dirt cheap. Should ride basically the same as stock and give you the look you’re after for probably $700 installed. I have the bilstein 5100s and I just honestly don’t think they’re worth it they feel exactly like stock. Another option is Rough Country’s 2” or 3” lifted struts that might improve the ride a little but I haven’t personally ran them.

 

[H2OMAN]

The 5100's are a good upgrade over stock. They are valved to handle the higher center of gravity from the lift as well as larger tires. This will give you the control you need. However, they are digressively valved so you will feel the small stuff at slow speeds. The kit you mentioned is a fine kit. It will give you a little bit more off road capabilty as well as towing. Post up some pics when you are done.