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5100 Bilsteins shocks for my 2001 tacoma 4x4 v6 TRD

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by steves01, Jul 4, 2012.

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Jul 4, 2012 at 8:04 PM

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Would 5100 Bilsteins shocks be a good replacement for my 2001 tacoma 4x4 v6 TRD? I am keeping truck stock hight and do more highway driving than anything else.

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I would call them when you buy. Thats what I'm switching to, and setting it at stock height.

http://downsouthmotorsports.com/i-9...-5125-series-rearsride-height-adjustable.html

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yup. very good replacement

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5100's with eibachs. And 255/85/16 km2s

Yes I've heard very good! I'm about to buy some next week from down south. They are on sale and free shippin

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Are the Tokico shocks that the TRD came with and good?

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They are ok, but the Bilstein 5100s are a great improvement. Even with a lift,since they are adjustable.

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