2020 F-150 First Lite Hunting Truck Build: Suspension, Wheels & Tires

[@RawLobst3r]

I just add 8112s w/SPC UCAs, couldn't find 8100s in stock anywhere for the rears so I went with 5160s as a place holder! Fuel Rebel 20x9x1 +1 w/General Grabber ATX 285/60/20. Your vids helped me make my decision. Your content is the only available, along with 2 (now 3 w/mine) threads in the forums, for the 8112s for the F150. Felt like I was taking a little bit of a leap over something like an ICON/King/Fox where there's tons of content/reviews available. I am so glad I did! I had kings on my tacoma in the past, and while I know that platform is totally different, these 8112s are IMO even more balanced w/better on road feel, and even the 5160s in the rear until I can get ahold of 8112s, have made my ride so stable, very low body roll, no more nose dive, and the combination these first few days over these rough ice and snow laden NE roads, has blown me away. Any one seeing these and wondering if you should make the jump instead of one of the other higher end 2.5 brands, don't even sweat it, you will thank y our self for trying something different! And for the age old question, with them adjusted to 2.5 and 1.5in block in the rear, I have no rub at full lock in either direction. Didn't touch front crash bar and I am sitting with .75" rake. SPCs made alignment a breeze.

[@TacticalMarksman]

Another quality video by Noah! Interested to see how this one turns out as you've basically outlined all my exact wants and needs for my 2020 3.5 EB. Haven't seen that set of bilsteins yet, they look sweet. Great build so far looking forward to next video.

[@fj400007]

The 17's are just the right size for any tire smaller than 35'' imo.

[@Bmxr1991]

You use a 16 for anything under 35. 35s and beyond should always be on 17s unless it’s one of the trucks that has larger rotors and calipers like the newest gen ram 1500s then you can’t run 17s, 18s fit. That is the only scenario that a intelligent person would go above 17.

[@fj400007]

@Bmxr-tt5pc I've got both setups for my truck and, 17's are the smallest rims that will clear the calipers in my case. The 20's are collecting dust.

[@mgmendez21]

You’re awesome because you take your time to explain everything thanks buddy

[@RA-gk5zg]

Looks nice. Are you going to do a performance review of those shocks? I’m interested in how they compare to fox and falcon.

[@Justforfun-ek7et]

Any issues with the CV angle, need for high angle UCA or anything for getting it aligned? Beautiful build. Simple and elegant.

[@PapaBear1414]

Nice start to the build! Any rubbing with the 285 75r17?

[@georgeleckband2693]

After seeing this video I talked myself into buying the Bilstein 8112 / 8100 for my 2015 F150 Fx4 Platinum Screw . I’m very impressed with the set up . Had the front set at 1.5 inch and ended up with a 1.75 rake … ride is incredible

[@amateurbiggamehunter7691]

George, did you add new uca’s?

[@georgeleckband2693]

@@amateurbiggamehunter7691 I did not use new uca’s because I didn’t lift the truck by keeping the shock at its lowest setting

[@amateurbiggamehunter7691]

@@georgeleckband2693 I ended up getting the same set up and added upper control arms as I 4 wheel a bit. Rides super smooth

[@georgeleckband2693]

@@amateurbiggamehunter7691 So good to meet a kindred spirit : for me : it has been money well spent . I ment to ask you how is the finish holding up ? Time and Anchorage roads / weather have throughly trashed mine . If I were to do over I would of added some sort of clear spray to add a protective barrier. I’m glad it’s what inside that matters

[@anythingadrenaline4515]

Are they a better choice than stock suspension for on road driving 95% of the time? Towing? Small speed bumps etc.

[@dannylongberry9157]

I'm having a hard time finding these 8112 bilstein coilovers for my 2020 f150 lariat? Why is this ?

[@thomasdawson4374]

That’s one hell of a hunting truck

[@stage3motorsports]

We're just getting started, new video Thursday!

[@Todd_Farnsworth]

What wheel and tire set up is on the red f150 at minute 18:14?

[@r3lentlesscr3ativity4]

I can’t this suspension set up front/back. Any idea on a replacement?

[@CWeisenburger10]

Random question…. What type of cabinets are those?

[@dannuthals7045]

Love what you did to the truck, but why not replace the UCA's too? Wouldn't want the OEM's to fail 20-40K miles from now.

[@hansabendroth9483]

I was thinking that. I’m still looking for new uca’s for my 2014 with a 3 inch level. Any recommendations?

[@dannuthals7045]

@@hansabendroth9483 I went with the Icon UCA’s for my 20 F150. I have it leveled at 2.6”.

[@PKFiddy]

@@hansabendroth9483 I run spc performance uca’s. Little known brand allow for custom adjustment with the ball joint itself and the ball joint is separate from the uca. Had em on for around 8k miles with my Fox 2.0s and they do great. Viable option

[@GRD204]

100%!! If you’re going to spend $1900/coil you best replace the UCA’s too!!

[@markt7291]

You gotta drive it for us folks out here. Sitting in the shop . 😂. C’mon man.

[@Daniel-1-1-1]

Those bilstein actually look really nice.

[@1FiftyOverland]

How often do those bilstein shocks have to be rebuilt?

[@chriscarter3304]

Thanks Noah. Love all the tips on the little things.

[@fastbanshee1999]

How do these handle washboard roads? Better then the Fox 2.5 w/dsc adjusters?

[@stage3motorsports]

Stay tuned for our review of these new shocks from Bilstein

[@Av8r6o4]

how you guys install kits without removing the cv axle nut to give more play is beyond me. I had a hell of a time even with the extra flex

[@belowaverage4152]

Where are y’all located see surface dust already forming on a 2020 oof

[@Gutzy013]

Yeah that undercarriage looks rough. My 2018 F150 has less rust than that and I live in MN, the land of 10,000 salts.

[@Allegiance_Outdoors]

Any reason you didn’t just go ahead and replace the upper control arms?

[@amateurbiggamehunter7691]

Great video.! What UCA’s do you recommend for this set up on a 2016 Screw Fx4?

[@famous47]

No Bilstein UCAs?🤔

[@PKFiddy]

The amount of surface rust on only a 2020 f 150 is disappointing :(

[@stage3motorsports]

We were pretty sad to see this when we received it as well.

[@Cptkirk1315]

@@stage3motorsports is it just from how the driver is treating it/where they live? Or is this a ford issue? Thinking about grabbing the new f150 tremor but dont want to just get a rust bucket lol

[@peruser155]

Yes I would imagine in just 3 short years it will be a pile of metallic dust. Eyeroll.

[@malcolmn.5222]

​@@peruser155given the number of older f150s still on the road...this isn't an issue

[@stevetodrzak1080]

Are you guys going to start carrying those Bilstiens?

[@stage3motorsports]

We already do, check them out here in the link! www.stage3motorsports.com/bil1520f1508112-15-20-f150-4wd-bilstein-8112-front-coilover-kit.html

[@yakbiker75]

Rough country needs to take notes! I did the vertex coilovers and matching rears, the instructions were pretty bad. I also had to wind off all the preload to get 2.5inch lift, was the 3inch lift kit. When installing it was near sitting at 4inches. I did a add a leaf too in the rear, all said and done in happy with the product.

[@stage3motorsports]

A lot of brands would benefit from more detailed install instructions, great to hear you're happy with your new setup!

[@StraightTail56]

I don’t set the 8112 for the f150 on your site. Only for Toyota

[@SeanReyes]

super clean shop dudes! jelly

[@josecasarojo1451]

Nice! Liking the 👀 look. 👍🏼

[@stage3motorsports]

Thanks Jose, there's still more to come so stay tuned!

[@johna.6725]

Does the instruction includes torque specs? If not where do i get this from? Thanks

[@belowaverage4152]

In the beginning he said it did include torque specs boss

[@johna.6725]

@@belowaverage4152 i know boss but did he specify the numbers boss?

[@stage3motorsports]

@@johna.6725 You'll get these on the instructions that come in the kit.

[@gbornhardtful]

Currently unavailable?? Redesign?? Any updates??

[@victorperalta66]

What color is the truck

[@Skuxxoffroad]

Just found your channel! Do you know if this will work on the 14th gen trucks?

[@stage3motorsports]

This Bilstein kit is only designed to work on 2015-2020 trucks. Even though the 14th gen is very similar, it's not an exact match and the spring rates and geometry are slightly different.

[@thejalderman]

Do 8112 need to be rebuilt regularly?

[@fratdaddy7434]

What happen to these bilsteins?

[@tonyk1amt806]

Nice build. Mispronounced Bilstein continuously though, just like Einstein, pronounce the 2nd letter in ei. Einstein, Frankenstein, Bilstein all sound the same in their last syllable.

[@ted101975]

I thought it was the Carolina squat?

[@stage3motorsports]

It is but It's not good, no matter what the name is

[@jonathankrug2704]

I'm from NC and CA can have it! Our state legislature just passed a law preventing more than a couple inches of squat. Just a terrible look...

[@shifter8207]

Please add wheel well liners its looks so naked in iconic silver . I know you sell them wink wink

[@KylePayne99]

my '15 ram doesn't even have close to that much rust...and that's a brand new ford....crazy.

[@billpeirce7127]

Whats size are the tires and is it on a 2" level kit???

[@peruser155]

So, just didn't watch ANY of the video then?

[@mgmendez21]

Would you recommend those tires for a Raptor?

[@tractiontv1181]

Leihtner design bed rack!

[@juicestain33]

Hey! May I buy one of your pull off front bumpers from this or the red giveaway f150? Doing a facelift on my 17’. Thanks!

[@stage3motorsports]

Unfortunately Juice we don't sell the parts we pull off our builds, thanks for asking and good luck on the facelift!

[@joeywebb8025]

I see you cut the crash bars…. 🧐

[@krasnaludek298]

Excellent 👍🏻

[@stage3motorsports]

Thank you 👍

[@rp3823]

If the goal is to use the truck off-road sometimes, why settle for the “bead look?” … How dependable will airing down be without actual bead locks?

[@jasperdogification]

Put a 4x4 pop-up camper on the back and stay out there longer

[@paulbunyan886]

I thought Chevy was their show sponsor lmao

[@greggoett]

Ressi???????? Offroady????????