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need shocks for 2" blocks

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by stcktnkid, Dec 9, 2015.

  1. Dec 9, 2015 at 1:56 PM
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    stcktnkid

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    I believe I did my research, but please confirm before I order or give suggestions.

    I ordered 2" blocks for the rear (not debating this part)
    Need shocks. I was going to order bilstein rear shocks (part #33-230337)
    Extended Length: 24.38"
    Collapsed Length: 15.02"
    $180 shipped.

    Does this sound ok?
     
  2. Dec 9, 2015 at 2:25 PM
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    ACKtrd30

    ACKtrd30 Nice Guys don't finish last. Boring guys do.

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    5100 rears will be fine.
     
  4. Dec 9, 2015 at 5:35 PM
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  5. Dec 9, 2015 at 5:38 PM
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    Yrs of back and forth between vendors.....some say 5100s good for 1.5".....some say 2"........ that said, they should be ok
     
  6. Dec 9, 2015 at 7:33 PM
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  7. Dec 9, 2015 at 7:35 PM
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    I don't recall the PN of the 5100s, but they were regular old 5100 rears.

    0-1" according to the previous post.

    No problems. You'll be fine also.
     
  8. Dec 9, 2015 at 10:48 PM
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    Z50king

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    ditch the blocks
     
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  9. Dec 10, 2015 at 5:26 AM
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    op says hes not debating the block part......................... but I still agree with what u are saying 100%
     
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  10. Dec 10, 2015 at 6:00 AM
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    add a leaf :yes:
     
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  11. Dec 10, 2015 at 6:05 AM
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    ZachPrerunner

    ZachPrerunner Sometimes she goes, sometimes it doesn’t

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    A block is simplistic and easy to install. Yes an AAL or leaf pack is better, but for a new truck who cares? Wear the new components out and replace when a new leaf pack is needed. I don't blame OP for not sinking another $500-$1000 for new leafs.
     
  12. Dec 10, 2015 at 6:05 AM
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    I'd pick a block over an AAL honestly. The block won't squeak, and if it's a street queen you won't tell a difference.
     
  13. Dec 10, 2015 at 8:34 AM
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    This is TacomaWorld, not StreetQueenWorld
     
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  14. Dec 10, 2015 at 8:38 AM
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    Yeah I would venture to guess 95% of trucks on here don't leave the pavement.
     

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