GEN 2 Modified Gen2 rear suspension vs Gen3

[MacK88DO]

Just as the title reads. Was looking for opinions on how big of an improvement the new 5 link rear will be on the Gen3 over the Gen2 with upgraded leaf springs, bump stops, and KHC torque arm? I have my 2018 with 35,000 miles and I’m debating upgrading the rear as stated with some eibachs up front vs trading up to a Gen3 with the 37 package. I love my Gen2 and have quite a lot in mods on the truck already just haven’t started the suspension yet. I daily my truck and take it camping and on blasts through forest roads frequently so a good amount of dirt time. The 2Kw power inverter on the Gen 3 is very appealing too. Opinions? Thoughts?


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[GordoJay]

How soon do you want it? Unless you have money to burn, it will probably be a couple of years before you can get a gen3 at invoice ...

 

[nikhsub1]

Not sure but for example deavers in the rear is probably the single best upgrade for suspension IMO. The stock leafs are literally garbage. They will curb a lot of all wrap too. I’d start there before going crazy with a torque arm.


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[CoronaRaptor]

Just wait and see what the aftermarket world offers. They will all be offering gen 3 style rear suspension for the earlier generations if it proves to be a success. You can then judge whether or not the whole truck needs to be replaced.

 

[DFS]

You'd be just fine with modding the GEN2 over GEN3 and not doing the torque arm. Just Deaver's and bumps. That's what I'll do but adding the Fox Factory shocks as well.

 

[PorterW1111]

Just wait and see what the aftermarket world offers. They will all be offering gen 3 style rear suspension for the earlier generations if it proves to be a success. You can then judge whether or not the whole truck needs to be replaced.

they already offer it...lol its called a 4 link with coilovers!! hahah

 

[CoronaRaptor]

they already offer it...lol its called a 4 link with coilovers!! hahah

You know what I mean, a bolt on kit. Heyyyyyy, just an idea for you!!!

 

[PorterW1111]

You know what I mean, a bolt on kit. Heyyyyyy, just an idea for you!!!

there was a company who hinted to me that they will be working on a coilover conversion for the gen3, considering its already linked... that would be a cool bolt on system too

 

[MacK88DO]

Appreciate the feedback! Pretty much what I wanted to hear. One of my biggest complaints is how the rear of the truck behaves off-road even with tire pressures aired down. Deavers, bumps, and eibachs it is! Thanks y’all


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[Richard Hinsley]

Before dumping a bunch of $$$ on suspension for my bone stock 6.2 Gen1 I think ill.leave it stock and wait for the Gen3. Even with the odd looking front end.