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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by dtay4197, Nov 6, 2015.

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  1. Nov 6, 2015 at 9:27 PM
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    I already have 2" wheels spacers on mine to give it a little stance with the leveling kit but I might just leave spacers on till I get the 5100s
     
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    Like 5100s
     
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    the temporary thing... i did see that... then i clicked on the link for the $65 spacers... i was trying to suggest skipping step A and going right to Z...
     
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  4. Nov 6, 2015 at 9:28 PM
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    Oh the wheel spacers are fine even with the lift. I was talking about the coil spacers.
     
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    Or coilovers. ( adjustable ride height).
     
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  6. Nov 6, 2015 at 9:31 PM
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    Right. I was just saying I was getting all excited on getting the leveling kit so I went ahead and got spacers and put them on. But I think I will wait and just get 5100s do I have to get new UCA's with 5100s or is that only if I where to max them out?
     
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    What height are you wanting to achieve OP? If you're wanting 3" or above, you're going to have to purchase some new upper control arms. If you keep it below 3", coilovers or new springs will produce a "smoother" ride. I wouldn't place the 5100's higher than the 1.75, otherwise you'll have a rough ride.
     
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  8. Nov 6, 2015 at 9:32 PM
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    You should be okay with stock UCA's with the 5100's. The ride quality isn't that great at the maxed height, so I would place them on the third notch (1.75").
     
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    Really all km trying to achieve is getting my nose off the damn ground lol I hate the way it sits and would love for it to sit level. Right now I'm on a 200 dollar budget so maybe I can get adjustable 5100s for now then maybe rear 5100s at Christmas time
     
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  10. Nov 6, 2015 at 9:40 PM
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    Alright, so you're wanting to level the truck correct? I would place the 5100's on the .85 notch then, especially if you only have a three leaf pack (pre-TSB). The rear 5100's aren't adjustable, so the back height will have to be achieved through other means. If you have a four leaf pack, the 1.75" setting will give you a better "level". Here's a picture of my truck with the shocks set at .85 with the 1" block in the rear.

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  11. Nov 6, 2015 at 9:42 PM
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    I want my nose to be a tad higher so could I still achieve that with 5100s in front and stock rear end. No aal or blocks.
     
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    Yeah you can raise the shocks to the next notch which would be 1.75". The best way to tell what it would look like is to measure the height of the current setup. Measure from the tip of the fender flare down to the center of the hub. Apply 1.75 inches to that measurement and you'll be able to get an idea of what it'll look like. But to answer your question, you can have the nose sit higher without having to modify the rear.
     
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    Okay I think I'll just spend a little more and get just the front 5100s for now
     
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    Smart choice :thumbsup:
     
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    I got the front 5100s too. I wish there was a setting between .85 and 1.75. I feel that is where my perfect level with the TSB leafs in the back.
     
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    If you leave it that way, make sure you adjust your head lights. You will likely be getting flashed by other drivers, because your lights will now be aimed higher.

    Also, if you do want to go to 3", that is best done with new coils. As others have said, the 5100's @ the 2.5 setting, supposedly ride pretty rough. I have mine @ the 1.75" setting, and I would describe the ride as "firm", but not rough. I actually like it the way it is, but would think that any firmer would be too much.
     
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    If you get the Dakars now, you should be able to get reimbursed from Toyota.
     
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    How hard are they to adjust?
     
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    They can't be adjusted once they're installed. There is a snap ring that holds the spring perch up, with four grooves in the body of the shock.

    To adjust them, you would need to take the assembly back out. You may be able to adjust them without completely taking them out, but at the very least, a spring compressor would be involved. They are adjustable, but not like a standard adjustable coilover.
     
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    Can they be installed without a compressor?
     
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