[RyanPartee]

I am very new to the forum and also inexperienced with suspension so I am going to ask a question that has probably been asked before that I am confused about.

I own a 2wd 2004 Titan with stock suspension that I was wanting to "beef up" with a lift. My original idea was to get a 2.5" spacer to level and throw some 33s under it, but now I am looking at a set of Bilstein 5100s on the middle perch along with a 2 or 2.5" spacer, depending on if the newer Billies still add .5" at the bottom perch or not, and a 1" block in the rear to even it out. So I guess my question is, is this configuration wise/possible, and would I need new UCAs?

I'm trying to get a set of black fuel vapor wheels with -12 offset and 295/70/18 ridge grapplers if at all possible. If not, I'll just have to go back to the drawing board

 

[LaxDfns15]

Bilstein's are 0, 1, 2 now. You'll most likely need new UCA's. 295/70R18 is a 34.5" tire.

 

[HRTKD]

Since you're 4x2 the possibilities are much better than 4x4. There is also a spindle lift to consider. If you lift it too much with suspension (coilover, spacer) then you will need aftermarket UCA's to avoid coil bucket contact (CBC).

 

[RyanPartee]

So since the newer bilsteins aren't an extra .5", can I go ahead and get a 2.5" spacer and get the RC UCAs? Or are they still longer than stock?

 

[LaxDfns15]

That should work fine, but you might have trouble fitting those 295/70's in there unless you do some trimming.

 

[RyanPartee]

I'm think I'm fine with doing a little trimming. Would you suggest that lift or a 4" spindle lift with a 1.5" block in the rear? I'd like to do whatever is less of a hassle, even tho I won't be the one installing it all

 

[OffRoadWarehouse]

I am very new to the forum and also inexperienced with suspension so I am going to ask a question that has probably been asked before that I am confused about.

I own a 2wd 2004 Titan with stock suspension that I was wanting to "beef up" with a lift. My original idea was to get a 2.5" spacer to level and throw some 33s under it, but now I am looking at a set of Bilstein 5100s on the middle perch along with a 2 or 2.5" spacer, depending on if the newer Billies still add .5" at the bottom perch or not, and a 1" block in the rear to even it out. So I guess my question is, is this configuration wise/possible, and would I need new UCAs?

I'm trying to get a set of black fuel vapor wheels with -12 offset and 295/70/18 ridge grapplers if at all possible. If not, I'll just have to go back to the drawing board

PM or Call Me 800-341-7757 I can help answer all your questions.

You can also take a look at some options click the links below:

http://www.titantalk.com/forums/off...rehouse-bilstein-5100s-your-nissan-titan.html

http://www.titantalk.com/forums/off...dwarehouse-packages-6-lift-4x2-combo-kit.html

 

[RyanPartee]

Would it be smarter to just get the spindle lift and rear block or to go with the Billies and UCAs? I'd like to get whatever will give me less trouble down the road and reasonably priced (around$550-650. maybe a little more)

 

[FishnAlaska]

Talk to Mike at Offroad warehouse, he will get you set up the best way possible. He owns a Titan and has been a member for along time, best customer service around

 

[LSturbointeg]

bought most of my suspension from Mike! i think the Maxtrac spindle lift along with the Billy's will be the way to go. as far as the rears i'm not sure what size block you would need to run

 

[LUBECAKES]

Since you're 4x2 the possibilities are much better than 4x4. There is also a spindle lift to consider. If you lift it too much with suspension (coilover, spacer) then you will need aftermarket UCA's to avoid coil bucket contact (CBC).

Why does being 4x2 matter?

 

[danman]

Why does being 4x2 matter?

Constant Velocity axle angles? Maybe stretching the CV axles at extreme angles makes them "too short"? IDK

 

[HRTKD]

Constant Velocity axle angles? Maybe stretching the CV axles at extreme angles makes them "too short"? IDK

Exactly. I don't think you can put a spindle lift on a 4x4. At least I've not heard of that happening.

Early model Titans had a tendency to pop the axles out of the differential when too much lift was applied. 2007+ models got a newer differential where that was less likely to happen.

 

[LaxDfns15]

Can't go above 3" on a 4x4 without a bracket lift otherwise CV angle is too high. Not a question of if but when on your CV axles having issues. 4x2's don't have that issue since you don't have a front differential.

I think the smallest spindles you can get are 4"? Never really bothered to look since I have a 4x4.

 

[RyanPartee]

Thanks to everyone who put in their opinions. I think I've decided to go with the MaxTrac 4" spindle lift and then a block in the rear, hopefully leveling it out. 1.5" I think

 

[OffRoadWarehouse]

Why does being 4x2 matter?

On 4x2's you can replace to the 4" Maxtrac Spindles and still retain factory ride while adding bigger wheels and tires. ADD a set of Bilstein 5100's to gain 2" more inches or a set of ICON/KING/Radflo Coilovers to get you 0-3", With that said, Adding an Aftermarket UCA's will help prevent CBC (coil bucket contact) and allow more downtravel. The mentioned Coilovers has an option for extended travel of 1" which the UCA's will allow more articulation.

4x4's only have options for Bilsteins 0-2" & Coilovers 0-3" or a full 6" Bracket lift kit.

 

[RyanPartee]

I'm really only looking for about a 4" lift. I think the 4" spindle lift and rear block will be simpler and I personally like the stance that it gives the titans, as long as you have big enough tires

 

[FishnAlaska]

Why does being 4x2 matter?

Dude, do you Titantalk???