Help with leveling truck

[Davidbt]

I have a 2021 Bighorn crew cab that I'm looking to level when I buy new tires, probably around September. I'm not looking to lift it up to much, I would just like to level it and maybe move to a size up from the stock 275/65/16's. I pull a travel trailer and installed air lift 1000's. Would 2" pucks be fine for what I'm trying to accomplish? Any help would be appreciated.

 

[H2OMAN]

Yes. They are not optimal but they will do fine. If you plan to off road it they are not good but it doesn't sound like you want to do that.

 

[Davidbt]

Yes. They are not optimal but they will do fine. If you plan to off road it they are not good but it doesn't sound like you want to do that.

Thanks. As far as off-road, nothing more serious than a Forest road or graded desert road.

 

[H2OMAN]

Thanks. As far as off-road, nothing more serious than a Forest road or graded desert roadThen you are golden.

Then you are golden.

 

[HSKR R/T]

Personally, I'd say go with one of the adjustable struts options from Bilstien or Eibach.

 

[Davidbt]

Personally, I'd say go with one of the adjustable struts options from Bilstien or Eibach.

Thanks, I'm not going to be doing any serious off-roading and really want to spend the money on new tires.

 

[HSKR R/T]

Thanks, I'm not going to be doing any serious off-roading and really want to spend the money on new tires.

It's better long term. Do it right or do it cheap, your choice

 

[Davidbt]

It's better long term. Do it right or do it cheap, your choice

After doing more reading and research, I'm thinking I will heed you're advice and save for the adjustable Bilsteins. Thanks for the help.

 

[Sportznut]

Bilstein's are good advice. One of the best decisions I made with my 2014.

My 2019 has air suspension so I don't have the option anymore.



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[Davidbt]

Bilstein's are good advice. One of the best decisions I made with my 2014.

My 2019 has air suspension so I don't have the option anymore.



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Thanks, I'm thinking the full front and rear set since I pull a travel trailer 3 or 4 times a year.

 

[H2OMAN]

Thanks, I'm thinking the full front and rear set since I pull a travel trailer 3 or 4 times a year.

Digressive valving really helps with body roll. You won't regret it when towing.

 

[theblet]

I got motofab top hat spacers. No regrets.

 

[Davidbt]

I got motofab top hat spacers. No regrets.

Do you do any towing? I tow our travel trailer 3 or 4 times a year and think the Bilsteins and proper tow tires will be beneficial. I don't want to get crazy, just a level and a size or 2 bigger tires. This is my 3rd truck in 4 years and I would like to keep this one for awhile.

 

[theblet]

Only tow a 16 ft flat bed trailer now and then. Nothing heavy like a camper.

If I did I’d definitely have 10 ply tires, bags in the rear, and a different hitch.

 

[whackflyer]

You will eventually have issues with pucks. This one has 2" Rough Country N3 leveling struts and 1" Motofab spacers in the rear. You will never be able to replicate the cushy stock ride but this isn't too bad. Running Timber Grove air bags as well. 285/60 Toyo Open Country's. It has 1/2-3/4 inch rake with no weight in the back. First photo here has probably 80 lbs in the back and second one probably 150, both with pretty much nothing in the airbags. The Timber Groves make it really easy to get it level when you get more substantial amounts of weight in the back or you're towing.

 

[Davidbt]

You will eventually have issues with pucks. This one has 2" Rough Country N3 leveling struts and 1" Motofab spacers in the rear. You will never be able to replicate the cushy stock ride but this isn't too bad. Running Timber Grove air bags as well. 285/60 Toyo Open Country's. It has 1/2-3/4 inch rake with no weight in the back. First photo here has probably 80 lbs in the back and second one probably 150, both with pretty much nothing in the airbags. The Timber Groves make it really easy to get it level when you get more substantial amounts of weight in the back or you're towing. View attachment 156201 View attachment 156202

Thanks. I have air lift 1000s and only have 600/650 lbs of tounge weight. I think the Bilsteins will work great for me.

 

[H2OMAN]

You will eventually have issues with pucks. This one has 2" Rough Country N3 leveling struts and 1" Motofab spacers in the rear. You will never be able to replicate the cushy stock ride but this isn't too bad. Running Timber Grove air bags as well. 285/60 Toyo Open Country's. It has 1/2-3/4 inch rake with no weight in the back. First photo here has probably 80 lbs in the back and second one probably 150, both with pretty much nothing in the airbags. The Timber Groves make it really easy to get it level when you get more substantial amounts of weight in the back or you're towing. View attachment 156201 View attachment 156202

You most certainly replicate the cushy ride. You can go well past it. It's just gonna cost you.

 

[whackflyer]

You most certainly replicate the cushy ride. You can go well past it. It's just gonna cost you.

You're correct. I should've explained myself better. What I meant to say is people that want to affordably level their truck can't expect to have the same ride as stock.

 

[theblet]

You're correct. I should've explained myself better. What I meant to say is people that want to affordably level their truck can't expect to have the same ride as stock.

My spacers aren’t preload so the ride isn’t affected.

 

[whackflyer]

My spacers aren’t preload so the ride isn’t affected.

I dug myself a hole here . You're also correct. I don't want to come if as a know it all here, so please don't take me that way. You've probably seen this but I'll put it out there anyway. Although a good option for leveling cheaply and preserving ride quality, top hat spacers can cause some issues. Here's a article on it.

Lifted Shocks and Leveling Struts vs. Strut Spacers - Pros, Cons, and Risks

Pros and Cons of Strut Spacers There are pros and cons to each option, the biggest factor for people going with a spacer is perceived cost vs a new set of struts that may do the same. Spacers are also very popular amongst new truck owners who just want to level the vehicle without replacing...

www.shocksurplus.com

In 95% of use cases this doesn't seem to be a problem but the type of guy I am I'd rather pay a bit more and mitigate the risk of something bad happening. That's my take, feel free to debate. I don't want to hijack this thread tho!