Recent content by andy_b

I’m not the OP but my Alcans continue to be great. I upgraded to a ’24 F350 and Alcans were one of the first mods I did. I didn’t mention this in my first post but I think the most important factor to consider is proximity - if you happen to be closer to one than another, go there. Shipping a...

It isn’t that Bilstein’s don’t need maintenance, you’re just throwing them away instead of servicing. I think you’re drawing an incomplete conclusion here lol. I get that trying to service shocks while on the road abroad is a legitimate challenge but I don’t think that it is true to draw an...

Get custom valved shocks for your application since it sounds like it is going to be loaded all the time. There are lot of places big and small that could custom build you a set which is matched for your application. IMHO the biggest hassle has been getting them delivered but that has improved...

I think some important questions are: - what is your budget? - what kind of camper? - where are these contracts going to be? - what time of year? All problems can be solved with enough money and you can get the most of your money by assessing your needs accurately and planning ahead carefully...

In UT, I’d get in touch with Les Schwab tires. They’re the only place I’ve spoken to that will sipe tires (both from them and bought elsewhere). If you believe the hype, siping should improve road life by keeping tires cooler. It obviously helps with snow traction as every proper snow tire is...

It will be a bummer when AI gets so good that we can’t tell immediately that something is fake. It is funny that it chose to render two totally different front ends here (in addition to crazy logos, missing BD fogs, etc).

As it pertains to point #3 and the struts, they now make a replacement that allows you to open the windows 90*. https://ternoverland.com/90-cam-lock-window-struts-medium-for-400mm-taller-arctic-tern-windows/ Huge improvement. Agree that their cassettes could be slimmer and the embossed pattern...

That tray (and the rest of your work) looks awesome. Are you going to integrate a bumper into that rear skirt somehow? I would worry that anything more than a low-speed nudge could be a real headache. I know you integrated the hitch and winch mount which would provide protection in a bigger...

As mentioned, I’m running 37s on a 2024 SD. The lift is approximately a 2-3” level. We’re saying the same thing, I’m just being more specific for the SD platform since I’ve built a couple recently. You’re missing some details and it isn’t quite true that you need 5” of lift to actually help in...

Technically, the offset only affected the “in” and “out” of the wheel relative to its mounting surface. Lift is what (more or less) can help the body of the truck clear larger tires/wheel combos. Regardless, the important decision is what size wheel and tire is the OP, or anyone, planning on...

Not on pre-‘23s with stock wheels unless you’re only looking at the mall. They will rub offroad, especially with anything wider than 12.5s and minimal lift. More lift and less offset will give more clearance, but most combinations of wheel, lift, and tire on pre-‘23s also need new radius arms...

I think you’ll still need an adjustable track rod and some way to correct castor (drop brackets, radius arms, etc). These trucks once lifted like more than the 2-3* of castor from factory. Obviously, you’ll also need rear shocks. The most important question remains unanswered - what size tire...

Depending on the time scale, all suspension components are wear items. The rebuild schedule is something to consider with many of the shocks that have been suggested here. One possible advantage of the larger 2.5s is that since they have more oil, they may be able to go longer between servicing...

Right around 11k. Personally, I’d choose custom springs and save money on the shocks. Getting proper springs really helped my body control way more than the shocks did.

I’d wait until you’ve gotten your batteries updated and whatever else you need and then have custom leafs made for your weight. I’d also figure out what size tire you’re planning and then build the lift around that. A new rear leaf pack will let you get rid of your factory lift block which will...