Bilstein 5160 front lower bracket??

[The dude]

So I installed the 5160s all the way around. My question is on the front they send an offset bracket to adjust the angle of the shock towards the tire. I couldn’t find any pics of the bracket on anyone’s install online. Is it really necessary? Does it do anything? Thanks for any input.

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[whysoserious]

It appears the bracket is only included in the 3.5-4" shocks. Outside of Metal cloak with a bracket that turns the lower shock mount 90 degrees, I've never seen an aftermarket suspension manufacturer make a similar bracket. Doesn't it seem like it would put extra leverage force on the OEM shock mount? I don't get it either. If you have access to a flex ramp, trying leaving it off and seem if there is any suspension conflict. Or, call Bilstein and ask, "WTF!"

 

[The dude]

I agree it seems there would be leverage applied but since it bolts all the way through they say gtg. I did call cause at first I wasn’t going to use it lol. Drove 160miles today across various terrain including 2miles of wash board gravel at speed and I was happy with feel and handling.

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