Remove Autoride and level

[Bigjimmy]

Ok guys I'm coming over to Florida(I live in Scotland)in a couple of weeks and need some help/advice.
I have a 2008 Yukon Denali XL 1500
Autoride shocks and compressor are shot
So I have a shopping list of stuff to get while I'm over as I'd like to replace Autoride with bilsteins 5100's and also level the truck to fit a bigger tyre on factory 20's
Here's what I think I need;

Bilstein 24-186940 for front x2
Bilstein 24-187237 for rear x2
What Moog springs for the rear to stop sagging?I don't want to lift the rear as I'd prefer it level
Will I need Spring seats?
What level kit for front would you recommend?
What resistors do I need to fool the Autoride sensors?
And is a 33" tyres the biggest I can fit without rubbing issues?
Where the hell can I buy all this stuff(I know I can get the Bilsteins in Oreilly or Autozone if I have to)
I'm coming to FtMyers/Cape Coral area for 3 weeks from 10 December so I'd best get on it straight away when I arrive because of Christmas holidays
Any help much appreciated but PLEASE be SPECIFIC and THOROUGH as if I don't get all the gear when I'm over it'll be a nightmare to source it when I get home
Shipping and customs charges are $$$$$$!!

 

[01Konvict]

I will get you a list of places tomorrow for you. I'm all to familiar with those VAT taxes! Wankers! Always enjoyed working in the U.K.

 

[Bigjimmy]

I'd really appreciate that,hoped you'd get involved!

 

[01Konvict]

Shocks would use shock warehouse . com (without spaces)
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=700836&selected_year=2011

Moog 81069 springs for rear from rock auto . com
http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/chevrolet,2007,tahoe,5.3l+v8,1433255,suspension,coil+spring,7512

Don't need spring seats.

The bilstein 5100 can be adjusted for leveling up to 2" however that increases spring preload with perch height setting on shock body. So I would get this lower strut spacer which is somewhat adjustable and can use them with spring perches on shocks to desired preload and lift height.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/252558023914?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Rear spacers wouldn't hurt tp have if case you need them. I wouldn't get any bigger than 1" with the new springs you should gain .5-1" rear lift with them so with spacers 2".
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Alumi...ash=item3cedd7841c:g:ObIAAOSwwbdWGDPB&vxp=mtr

Resistors are 3.9 Ohm 25 Watt. Need 4 of them and then remove ride height sensors or fix them in place so they don't travel up and down with suspension. Need twos sets of these for front and rear.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Autoride-Z5...ash=item43ef1a110b:g:3BMAAOSwQTVWCsZN&vxp=mtr

To avoid any issue with resistors I would opt for this module.
http://www.strutmasters.com/product...suv-suspension-warning-light-fix-module-gc2m/

I assume you have stock 20s so biggest tire is 295/55R20 (33x12.5) or 275/65R20 (34x11.5) or 275/60R20 (33x11.5). The 295 or 275/65 are both class D or E rated tires so they will weigh more than the 275/60 which is class C. Weight differences will be about 10-15 pounds more per tire.

 

[Bigjimmy]

Just a quick thanks,I'll go ver all this info at weekend and get back to you

 

[Bigjimmy]

Ok great info for me but....
I'll probably have to order the stuff from a local 4x4 shop in FtMyers area where I can physically pay for it in person
Can't see suppliers shipping to a vacation rental address when i'm using a UK credit card!
Emailed Shockwarehouse about this,not even had a reply
Same goes for eBay unfortunately
Anyhow at least I now know what I need I'll just have to pay a bit more for it
But I still appreciate the help

 

[01Konvict]

The prices of stuff will go up significantly if you get a store to order stuff. Shocks may be about the same but the ebay parts will be triple. I would try to order it and tell your credit card its a gift for a friend. Could always buy a pre-paid credit card in the US then order stuff online from it. Worst case have somebody in the US order it for you if you PayPal them the money first.

 

[JT 07LTZ]

I just wanted to add that I just did this conversion with the exact parts that 01Konvict listed for you. It rides 100 times better than the old Autoride and looks great. I just made a post in the "let's see some lifted and leveled" thread with pictures.

I'll be making a new thread with details of the conversion this weekend.

 

[Bigjimmy]

Konvict you're right about prices,even the shocks are 30% more but the info on parts you listed is great
Unfortunately don't have a contact in Florida who'd buy stuff for me,it's just my favourite holiday destination.We come over a couple of times a year to Cape Coral on the Gulf Coast
Think I may have some lighter stuff shipped via eBay,it'll cause less trouble with the wife as I'll have 4 large shocks and two springs to squeeze in my luggage....
JT your truck looks great,any advice on install I'd love to see mate
Also fancy a set of cab lights,any thoughts?

 

[Jbuice]

https://www.suncoreindustries.com/t-contact.aspx

Check out these guys, I bought a kit to replace my air ride on an old tahoe years ago. I eliminated the compressor and air setup. I went with coil overs in the rear to help with sagging. And they just happen to be in Florida!