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Old Man Emu's New BP-51 Kit for 2005-2015 and 2016-On Tacoma's

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Low Range Off-Road, May 11, 2016.

  1. May 11, 2016 at 6:05 PM
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    splitbolt

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    Explain part numbers 2886, 2887, and 2888.
     
  2. May 11, 2016 at 6:08 PM
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    Are these just replacing the stock length shocks and not giving any more travel or are there extended travel options??
     
  3. May 11, 2016 at 6:15 PM
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    The first video showed this internal bypass technology for much more flow of the oil through the shock, and claims it offers more comfort and better offroad manners. There are adjustments for compression and rebound. So it really sounds like there's tons of different ways one can make them ride
     
  4. May 11, 2016 at 6:20 PM
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    Not related. Those are the original offerings, the coilovers come with new coils.
     
  5. May 11, 2016 at 6:24 PM
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    Thx @Sandman614 i was scratching my head for a minute there
     
  6. May 11, 2016 at 6:58 PM
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    One (sp)ring to rule them all
     
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  7. May 11, 2016 at 7:25 PM
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    Just so long as people don't all start needing 700# coils like with Fox/icon/king
     
  8. May 11, 2016 at 7:28 PM
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    From ARB :

    The coilover applications come pre-loaded with the appropriate coil spring and are adjusted to the proper height for vehicles equipped with a bumper and winch (heavy load). If a vehicle does not have additional weight on the front end, the preload on the springs can be adjusted to the appropriate levels.

    I'm sure some persons will not be happy with the rating and want heavier springs, one reason I'm waiting for someone to give some real world feedback
     
  9. May 11, 2016 at 7:29 PM
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    Preloaded for 2" lift. I trust OME but no one is happy with their lift and always wants more..
     
  10. May 11, 2016 at 7:32 PM
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    True that
     
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  11. May 11, 2016 at 10:11 PM
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    2" is perfect for 275/70/17's, can't wait to hear a few reviews.
     
  12. May 12, 2016 at 2:49 AM
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    Sub'd. I've been waiting for these to be released but without the capability to adjust ride height while installed is kind of a bummer.
     
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  13. May 12, 2016 at 3:16 AM
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    My thoughts exactly! What are our options if we want to go with this set up but go beyond 2"??
     
  14. May 12, 2016 at 8:02 AM
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    Dang. Fail
     
  15. May 12, 2016 at 9:11 AM
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    Crank up the pre-load. They are coilovers, you can adjust them the length of the threaded section, if you are strong enough.
     
  16. May 12, 2016 at 9:32 AM
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    Yeah...these are a no-go for me.
     
  17. May 12, 2016 at 9:34 AM
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    Dope kit... someone needs to buy it already so I can get a review on this... :)
     
  18. May 12, 2016 at 9:39 AM
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    i hope they come out with an extended travel version and an option for a 700# spring for heavier front ends. if they do could be pretty cool
     
  19. May 12, 2016 at 11:17 AM
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    Group buy?? anyone... I'd be in for a kit!
     
  20. May 12, 2016 at 11:18 AM
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    just go icon lol or king
     
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