2" Lift Bilstein 5100 in front & OME rear springs

[pawjr74]

Everything came in to specs perfect up front. On the rear camber was out a hair on both sides but everything else was in specs. I'm going to see if they make a rear camber kit with more adjustment. There are no driveability issues. I'm going to watch for any tire wear. It's out so minimal that I don't anticipate it will be an issue.

[wht06pf]

What size tires are you running with this lift?

[pawjr74]

265/70R16 for now. I have a set of Michelins with about 50% of the tread left and they are too expensive to replace just for a larger tire. I will run 265/75R16 once these wear out. The lift still looks ok with the 30" tire.

[MDA225]

can you post a link or tell me where you bought the lift because I'm looking to do the same exact thing to my vehicle if you still recommend it. My pathy is 2 Wheel drive, I'm just looking to make it look less like a "mommy mobile"... do you think this would be still safe to do?

[pawjr74]

Here's the thread with the info on where to buy.

http://www.thenissanpath.com/viewtopic. ... 57&start=0

I just got back from a 1300 mile trip to Southern California and back and the new lift was awesome. It's a couple of inches higher so you get a little more floating sensation. (Nothing that feels out of control) Obviously it handle the bumps of the road better. I would definitely recommend it. I think I would go with the 4x4parts lift ( https://www.4x4parts.com/nissan/deluxe- ... -5843.html ) if I had to do it again. I was a little unhappy that the 1" OME springs lifted the rear 2 1/2 inches. An inch less would have been perfect.

[FiveOPath]

did u have to purchase the bilstien coilovers seperately or did it come with kit for $440? i just noticed when i was reading the specs on 4x4parts.com , it said sold individually. thanks

[pawjr74]

I didn't get the 4x4parts.com kit I bought mine from 4wheelparts.com.

That kit should include 2 front struts, 2 rear springs and 2 rear shocks.

I think they are saying sold separately so people don't buy one shock thinking it's a set.

[CFB]

Hi all, just joined since picking up my 2005 model SVE Pathfinder this week, great forum!!

I'm interested to know if the lift has any adverse affect on propshaft angles or driveshafts etc etc, new to Nissan after having Land Rovers for many years and they could all take a moderate lft without issues

[pawjr74]

No issues there.

[Fossilfuleburner]

Pawjr74,

Which snap ring groove did you use on the 5100's? I'll be using the same OME medium coils that you have in the rear and looking to level it out. Just ordered my stuff from 4x4parts.com

[pawjr74]

Pawjr74,

Which snap ring groove did you use on the 5100's? I'll be using the same OME medium coils that you have in the rear and looking to level it out. Just ordered my stuff from 4x4parts.com

I put the front Bilsteins on the highest snap groove for the full 2" of lift.

[Fossilfuleburner]

Thanks!! That's where I'll set mine at. Does this pre-load the spring to accomplish the lift? Did you notice a difference in ride quality for the front? I'm thinking it would not affect ride quality if the spring was a linear spring but would if it was a progressive spring.

[pawjr74]

Thanks!! That's where I'll set mine at. Does this pre-load the spring to accomplish the lift? Did you notice a difference in ride quality for the front? I'm thinking it would not affect ride quality if the spring was a linear spring but would if it was a progressive spring.

It does pre-load the spring. It stiffened up the front end but in a good way. The ride is not harsh at all.

[Storm4.0]

Here's the thread with the info on where to buy.

http://www.thenissanpath.com/viewtopic. ... 57&start=0

I just got back from a 1300 mile trip to Southern California and back and the new lift was awesome. It's a couple of inches higher so you get a little more floating sensation. (Nothing that feels out of control) Obviously it handle the bumps of the road better. I would definitely recommend it. I think I would go with the 4x4parts lift ( https://www.4x4parts.com/nissan/deluxe- ... -5843.html ) if I had to do it again. I was a little unhappy that the 1" OME springs lifted the rear 2 1/2 inches. An inch less would have been perfect.

Good to know that the OME gives it 2 1/2" in the rear... I need about 3/4" to make my rear match the Rancho fronts on mine. I have the Rancho Armada spacer on the rear of mine with stock springs. Do you want some spacers? I could use some OME springs

[pawjr74]

Here's the thread with the info on where to buy.

http://www.thenissanpath.com/viewtopic. ... 57&start=0

I just got back from a 1300 mile trip to Southern California and back and the new lift was awesome. It's a couple of inches higher so you get a little more floating sensation. (Nothing that feels out of control) Obviously it handle the bumps of the road better. I would definitely recommend it. I think I would go with the 4x4parts lift ( https://www.4x4parts.com/nissan/deluxe- ... -5843.html ) if I had to do it again. I was a little unhappy that the 1" OME springs lifted the rear 2 1/2 inches. An inch less would have been perfect.

So how much lift are you getting in the rear now from the spacers?
Good to know that the OME gives it 2 1/2" in the rear... I need about 3/4" to make my rear match the Rancho fronts on mine. I have the Rancho Armada spacer on the rear of mine with stock springs. Do you want some spacers? I could use some OME springs