Anyone install the new Eibach 1.6" lift springs

tacomapack · 11-06-2009, 11:26 AM

Installed my Eibach 1.6's and 5100's this week too. Ride is great isn't it!?

aww1970 · 11-06-2009, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by tacomapack

Installed my Eibach 1.6's and 5100's this week too. Ride is great isn't it!?

Did you set your 5100's at 0 or .85'?

tacomapack · 11-06-2009, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by aww1970

Did you set your 5100's at 0 or .85'?

I set mine at .85. With the 1.5" AAL I put in the rear its close to dead nuts level.

OH-MAN · 11-07-2009, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by tacomapack

I set mine at .85. With the 1.5" AAL I put in the rear its close to dead nuts level.

What are the measurments on the fenders from the wheel centers?
I am interested in how much more the .85 setting raises it.
Looks real good.

V-TRAIN · 11-07-2009, 08:03 AM

Sweet !!!!

choptop · 11-07-2009, 10:11 AM

Here are some comparison pics of my Eibach/Bilstein lift completed today:

Before rear leaf TSB and front lift:

After:

Before rear leaf TSB and front lift:

After:

Set the Bilsteins at "0" and put in a 1/4" spacer on the driver side to combat Taco lean. Seems to have worked out well- leveled out the truck with just a slight rake. The ride is fabulous, firm but not harsh. Can't wait to get my rear Bilsteins installed!

jester156 · 11-09-2009, 03:27 AM

Installed my Eibach and 5100's this past friday, I don't have the TSB in yet but hopefully this week. Set at 0.85" with driver side spacer, WOW what a difference. Ride is nice and solid. Don't have any pics yet but looks similar to Choptop's but my Taco is silver

OH-MAN · 11-09-2009, 06:10 AM

O.K.
The fronts are on.
The 1.6 eibach springs set at 0 on the Bilstein 5100.
Rear Bilstein 5100s no TSB or AAL.
Stock LF RF Rear LR RR
C/L wheel 20.5" 20.5" 22" 22"
Floor 34.5" 34.75" 36.25" 36.25"

Eibach
set @ 0
C/L wheel 22" 22" 22" 22"
Floor 36" 36.25" 36.25" 36.25"
Note I installed a 1/4" spacer on the to of the LF coilover for the lean before measuring.

Now for the question I am trying to decide which way to go. I have the 2" AAL leafs, if I install them the back will be too high again. Do I raise the fronts to the .85 setting?

How much more will the .85 setting raise it on the 1.6 Eibachs?
I need to decide soon so I can get my alignment done.
So you guys that did the 1.6s at .85 what was the total lift on the front?

tacomapack · 11-09-2009, 12:43 PM

The front of mine is sitting at 39" (measured from the ground through the center line of the wheel to the bottom of the fender). I have the same Eibach 1.6 lift springs with Bilstein 5100's set at .85. Hope this helps!

tacoma89 · 11-09-2009, 03:49 PM

jester can you get some pics up when done. i plan on going on the .85 setting as well and add an aal to the rear. just wanted to see how it looks

OH-MAN · 11-09-2009, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by tacomapack

The front of mine is sitting at 39" (measured from the ground through the center line of the wheel to the bottom of the fender). I have the same Eibach 1.6 lift springs with Bilstein 5100's set at .85. Hope this helps!

What size tires are those?
They may be adding a bit to the heigth.

I just looked at your pictures and they show 275/55/20
Acording to the handy dandy tire calculator that is1.35" taller in dia. Divided by 2 is .675" higher.
2.325" more with just the .85 setting.

Seems a bit more than I expected out of the .85 setting, but the springs are a higher rate so that may be the diff.
If you can measure from the center line of the wheel that would make sure for me.
If my math is screwed up be kind enough to point it out please.

tacomapack · 11-09-2009, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by OH-MAN

What size tires are those?
They may be adding a bit to the heigth.

I just looked at your pictures and they show 275/55/20
Acording to the handy dandy tire calculator that is1.35" taller in dia. Divided by 2 is .675" higher.
2.325" more with just the .85 setting.

Seems a bit more than I expected out of the .85 setting, but the springs are a higher rate so that may be the diff.
If you can measure from the center line of the wheel that would make sure for me.
If my math is screwed up be kind enough to point it out please.

Yeah no prob. I'll measure it again tomorrow at work, my driveway is an incline so it won't be as accurate tonight.

jester156 · 11-10-2009, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by tacoma89

jester can you get some pics up when done. i plan on going on the .85 setting as well and add an aal to the rear. just wanted to see how it looks

TSB goes in on Wednesday, then I will snap some pics.
took measurements this morning. rollin' on 265/70/16

Ground to fender and center of wheel to fender:
LF: 36.5, 22.5
RF: 36.5, 22.5
LR: 36.5, 22
RR: 36.5, 22
seems to be sitting pretty level from the ground up, but I know thats not a true measurement.
I will remeasure the fronts and rear on Wed after all is done. I also installed the 1/4 spacer on the drivers side.

Neubs · 11-10-2009, 08:20 AM

Great feedback guys. I am glad that everyone likes the Eibach springs.

09Doright8126 · 11-10-2009, 08:34 AM

I have already intalled my rear 5100s (no TSB yet) and plan to install the front 5100s set at 0" with the Eibach either today or tomorrow and will post pics.

BTW, I painted the coils red so it will look a bit different...!!

invisionz111 · 11-10-2009, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by OH-MAN

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/toy...17-09-a-5.html

I bought options 4 & 5 from this group buy and just had them installed. Everything is great except for my alignment. The shop that did it sucked, so now I am going to get the lifetime one from Firestone.

Front 5100s set to .85 w/ Eibach Springs 1.6 inch = 2.45 inches
- I haven't measured yet, but it looks really nice, not too much empty space from the top of the tire to the top of the fender well.
- some agressive trimming, but you can't notice unless you're looking for it.
- the ride is firm but not jarringly firm.
- in need to get a good alignment from a shop that knows how to adjust my LR UCAs

Rear has 5100s and 2 inch AAL
- sits about a half an inch or so higher than the front.

No pics yet, too busy.

jester156 · 11-12-2009, 03:25 AM

UPDATE:
Measured after the TBS and they are:
Right Rear: Ground 37.5 center 23.5
Left Rear: 37 22.75
need to find out why they are not level. Seems the right side got 1.5" but the left only 0.75" of lift.

09Doright8126 · 11-12-2009, 06:33 AM

I installed my front 5100s and the Eibachs yesterday and will update with pics and measurements soon... I can already tell the ride is much smoother!

choptop · 11-15-2009, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by jester156

TSB goes in on Wednesday, then I will snap some pics.
took measurements this morning. rollin' on 265/70/16

Ground to fender and center of wheel to fender:
LF: 36.5, 22.5
RF: 36.5, 22.5
LR: 36.5, 22
RR: 36.5, 22
seems to be sitting pretty level from the ground up, but I know thats not a true measurement.
I will remeasure the fronts and rear on Wed after all is done. I also installed the 1/4 spacer on the drivers side.

I must have gotten a bit more lift than most, ~2.0", at the "0" setting. Front measurements for me are nearly 37" from ground to wheel well lip and near 23" from wheel center to wheel well lip. Since my truck is a pre-runner it does have a bit less weight over the front end compared to a 4x4- that could account for the "diff" (pun intended)

OH-MAN · 11-16-2009, 09:23 PM

Well I insalled the 2" AAL from Toytec today.
So tomorrow I will raise the the 5100s to .85 with the 1.6" Eibach springs.
My plan to not raise it is not working out too great.
You guys got me going up up up here!!!
Next thing you know I will be putting a set of big ole tires on the thing

Rear went up 2 3/4" to 25" C/L wheel and 39" off the ground but I have not driven it yet to do some settling in. I had some used 1 1/2" AAL's but just looking at the 3 leaf set up the top springs were allmost flat on the overload. I figured they will sack out a bit more with use.
All new measurements tomorrow and pics if I get done quickly.
My rear sway bar will be getting relocated to match the lift.
More to come.

11-06-2009, 11:26 AM	#21
tacomapack Member Name: Adam Joined: Aug 2009, #21803 Location: Wake Forest, NC Gender: Male Posts: 39 06 TRD Sport 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 Bilstein 5100 all around, Eibach 1.6" lift springs up front with 5100's set at .85 giving 2.5" lift, Fabtech AAL 1.5" lift in the back	Installed my Eibach 1.6's and 5100's this week too. Ride is great isn't it!? __________________

11-09-2009, 03:27 AM	#27
jester156 Member Joined: Oct 2009, #24005 Location: Rhode Island Gender: Male Posts: 39 08 V6 4x4 DC TRD, 6spd 2008 Double Cab Manual V6 K&N CAI, Sirius, Rear TSB, Front 5100 with Eibach coils	Installed my Eibach and 5100's this past friday, I don't have the TSB in yet but hopefully this week. Set at 0.85" with driver side spacer, WOW what a difference. Ride is nice and solid. Don't have any pics yet but looks similar to Choptop's but my Taco is silver __________________

11-09-2009, 12:43 PM	#29
tacomapack Member Name: Adam Joined: Aug 2009, #21803 Location: Wake Forest, NC Gender: Male Posts: 39 06 TRD Sport 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 Bilstein 5100 all around, Eibach 1.6" lift springs up front with 5100's set at .85 giving 2.5" lift, Fabtech AAL 1.5" lift in the back	The front of mine is sitting at 39" (measured from the ground through the center line of the wheel to the bottom of the fender). I have the same Eibach 1.6 lift springs with Bilstein 5100's set at .85. Hope this helps! __________________

11-10-2009, 08:20 AM	#34
Neubs PM me for ToyTec Discounts! Joined: Sep 2008, #9194 Location: Maryland Gender: Male Posts: 973 06 TRD Offroad DC 4X4 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 See my signature for details....	Great feedback guys. I am glad that everyone likes the Eibach springs. __________________ ToyTec 5100 Bilstein Adjustable Coilovers w/ Eibach Springs \| OME Darkar Leaf Springs \| 5100 Bilstein Rear Shocks\| Light Racing UCAs \| American Racing 17" ATX Wheels \| Goodyear 275/70/17 MTR \| Hi-Lift Jack \| ToyTec Diff Drop \| Warn Hitch Shackle \| TRD Cold Air Intake \| PIAA Super White Bulbs \| Bed Mat \|Sockmonkey Graphics \| 20% Tint \| Sport Hood \| Scan Gauge II & Blend Mount \| Shrockworks Sliders \| NST Pulleys \| ARB Bumper \| Warn M8000 Winch \| Viking Synthetic Winch line \| 12 Volt Guy In-Dash Winch Controller \| Viking Delrin Rollers \| Daystar Winch Isolator\| IPF Lights \| Rock Lights \| Diff Breather Mod \| Extra Bed D-Rings \| Misc. LED bulbs throughout

11-12-2009, 03:25 AM	#37
jester156 Member Joined: Oct 2009, #24005 Location: Rhode Island Gender: Male Posts: 39 08 V6 4x4 DC TRD, 6spd 2008 Double Cab Manual V6 K&N CAI, Sirius, Rear TSB, Front 5100 with Eibach coils	UPDATE: Measured after the TBS and they are: Right Rear: Ground 37.5 center 23.5 Left Rear: 37 22.75 need to find out why they are not level. Seems the right side got 1.5" but the left only 0.75" of lift. __________________

11-07-2009, 08:03 AM	#25
V-TRAIN Member Joined: Jul 2009, #20225 Location: ROCKY MOUNT, NC Gender: Male Posts: 61 08 TRD SPORT LONG BED 2008 Double Cab Automatic ARIES BULL BAR LINEXED, GO RHINO SIDE STEPS LINEXED, PIAA LIGHTS, TSB 4 LEAF PACK CBI OFFROAD REAR BUMPER LINEXED	Sweet !!!!

11-07-2009, 10:11 AM	#26
choptop information technology monkey Name: Scott Joined: Jan 2009, #12214 Location: Austin, TX Age: 44 Gender: Male Posts: 82 '08 DC PreRunner TRD Off Road SR5 V6 Auto 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 n-fab side steps, TSB 4 leaf rear springs, Bilstein 5100s front/rear, Eibach coils	Here are some comparison pics of my Eibach/Bilstein lift completed today: Before rear leaf TSB and front lift: After: Before rear leaf TSB and front lift: After: Set the Bilsteins at "0" and put in a 1/4" spacer on the driver side to combat Taco lean. Seems to have worked out well- leveled out the truck with just a slight rake. The ride is fabulous, firm but not harsh. Can't wait to get my rear Bilsteins installed!

11-09-2009, 06:10 AM	#28
OH-MAN Senior Member Name: Steve Joined: Apr 2009, #16324 Location: Sunny Az. Gender: Male Posts: 196 09 PreRunner Sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic Chrome FJ Wheels, Air filter, N-Fab nerf bars, Bumper Shield, Comming soon Avid light bar.	O.K. The fronts are on. The 1.6 eibach springs set at 0 on the Bilstein 5100. Rear Bilstein 5100s no TSB or AAL. Stock LF RF Rear LR RR C/L wheel 20.5" 20.5" 22" 22" Floor 34.5" 34.75" 36.25" 36.25" Eibach set @ 0 C/L wheel 22" 22" 22" 22" Floor 36" 36.25" 36.25" 36.25" Note I installed a 1/4" spacer on the to of the LF coilover for the lean before measuring. Now for the question I am trying to decide which way to go. I have the 2" AAL leafs, if I install them the back will be too high again. Do I raise the fronts to the .85 setting? How much more will the .85 setting raise it on the 1.6 Eibachs? I need to decide soon so I can get my alignment done. So you guys that did the 1.6s at .85 what was the total lift on the front?

11-09-2009, 03:49 PM	#30
tacoma89 Member Joined: Feb 2009, #14010 Location: richmond, va Gender: Male Posts: 51 08 sport double cab long bed 2008 Double Cab Automatic k&n, Flowmaster	jester can you get some pics up when done. i plan on going on the .85 setting as well and add an aal to the rear. just wanted to see how it looks

11-10-2009, 08:34 AM	#35
09Doright8126 Member Joined: Jul 2009, #20011 Location: SC Gender: Male Posts: 55 '09 DC TRD Offroad Pyrite Mica Prerunner 2009 Double Cab Automatic Aires chrome bullbar, Grillecraft black mesh grille, URD TCAI, URD MAF Sensor, Bilstein 5100s, Eibach coils	I have already intalled my rear 5100s (no TSB yet) and plan to install the front 5100s set at 0" with the Eibach either today or tomorrow and will post pics. BTW, I painted the coils red so it will look a bit different...!!

11-12-2009, 06:33 AM	#38
09Doright8126 Member Joined: Jul 2009, #20011 Location: SC Gender: Male Posts: 55 '09 DC TRD Offroad Pyrite Mica Prerunner 2009 Double Cab Automatic Aires chrome bullbar, Grillecraft black mesh grille, URD TCAI, URD MAF Sensor, Bilstein 5100s, Eibach coils	I installed my front 5100s and the Eibachs yesterday and will update with pics and measurements soon... I can already tell the ride is much smoother!

11-16-2009, 09:23 PM	#40
OH-MAN Senior Member Name: Steve Joined: Apr 2009, #16324 Location: Sunny Az. Gender: Male Posts: 196 09 PreRunner Sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic Chrome FJ Wheels, Air filter, N-Fab nerf bars, Bumper Shield, Comming soon Avid light bar.	Well I insalled the 2" AAL from Toytec today. So tomorrow I will raise the the 5100s to .85 with the 1.6" Eibach springs. My plan to not raise it is not working out too great. You guys got me going up up up here!!! Next thing you know I will be putting a set of big ole tires on the thing Rear went up 2 3/4" to 25" C/L wheel and 39" off the ground but I have not driven it yet to do some settling in. I had some used 1 1/2" AAL's but just looking at the 3 leaf set up the top springs were allmost flat on the overload. I figured they will sack out a bit more with use. All new measurements tomorrow and pics if I get done quickly. My rear sway bar will be getting relocated to match the lift. More to come.

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