Nope, just the middle setting on the shocks I believe. Did mine yesterday


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So I've pretty much decided on just the Bilsten 5100 all around, the fronts on the middle setting...;

Is this something that a Nissan dealership can do, or do you suggest an aftermarket shop?

I see so many that have had problems with the install, even from shops, that's why I ask.

I know that I more than likely will also need to order the CAM bolts (which I'll be getting from PRG).

That also, I'll need to get it aligned when the new Bilsteins are put on...

I know this won't be exactly level, but from my understand, it'll be closer than now, plus have a much better suspension.

I read about the sway bar flipping, and some taking them off, etc...

With just the Bilsteins and set at the middle setting, will that be something I need to keep an eye on also, or address...?

Thanks
John

 

Do it yourself, save some money. Did mine by myself in about 4 hours with a lunch break. It's not difficult. Just follow the instructions in the "5100 install and tips" thread


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Someone correct me if I'm wrong but don't all you need to do is get the 1.5" leveling spacers for the front end? Unless the pro 4x is different than my LE, that's all you should have to do.


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I could yes..., just wanted to go with the Bilsteins for close to the same price, and improve suspension and handling....

A little more expense, and a little more work I agree...

 

I was reading on another Bilstein thread that the 5100 may give as much as 1" of lift in the rear. So just be prepared to set those front one all the way up to the highest perch (2 1/2 inches) in order to get the truck as level as possible.

 

+08 4wd only requires 1.5" to level it out. You can gain this by either the 5100's on the middle setting or a 1.5" leveling kit. As for the rear the 5100's DO NOT LIFT it at all. They are just approved for use with up to 1" of lift.

 

I had the 5100's on my '05 along with the 1.5", it wasn't 4x4 so I had to use that setup for level. I did the install myself it was fairly easy, since I've done things like this in the past. Anywho, I'd say go ahead and do it yourself, but you could use a hand when it comes down to compressing the UCA.

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It cost me $56 to have my dealer compress and swap out my new shocks. I compressed them myself the last time and it was a PITA, well worth the money IMHO, took them 30 minutes.

 

I used my electric impact on the spring compressor, took about 2 mins on each one. The UCAs were easy, just jack up the wheel assembly until the it reaches the UCA. I've done two other leveling kits in my trucks to its getting easier.


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I rented the spring compressor tool from autozone for about $45, returned it and got my money back.

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As for replacing the CAM bolts...

Is that something you are having the shop do when they set the alignment...?

Thanks for all of the input...
John

 

Put them in yourself, most shops won't install outside parts and they will charge more for them


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Its not too hard to install yourself if you have the proper tools and a buddy. All you would need is the front shocks to level it out ($200 delivered for a pair), and set them on the middle setting. No other parts are required, but we always recommend an alignment after changing suspension components.

We have a good price & stock the 5100's - let me know if you have any questions!

http://www.titantalk.com/forums/tit...orums/titan-suspension/160013-nissan-titan-bilstein-shock-suspension-guide.html

 

Thanks Chas..., LOL. I had already ordered a full set from Mike a few days ago..., got them delivered today...

Waiting on the CAM bolts now...

 

Are cam bolts required when swapping over to 5100's all around (fronts on middle perch) and no other changes and no spacer?

I've ordered the shocks already... wondering if I need to order cam bolts too?

Thanks.

 

You will need the cam bolts for a proper alignment. They aren't that expensive honestly and good to have if you ever go higher

 

Okay thanks... so what is the difference in the cam bolts? Longer? Can these be picked up at a local dealership or are these a custom order? Is there a specific part number?

I'm in Canada... so hoping to get these local if possible. Will the alignment shop have these?

Thanks again.

 

PRG and Dirt king fabrication sell them. Only the 04-05 had adjustable cam bolts, so the DK/PRG ones are to fix that issue. They are just adjustable. Now that I look, you should be fine without them, but as I said, you will have no worries without them.