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Bilstein 5100 rubbing

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by FltMedic, Nov 20, 2016.

  1. Nov 26, 2016 at 1:23 PM
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    FltMedic

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    I will post the alignment specs after work. They didn't change much at all but that's one department that I know nothing about
     
  2. Nov 26, 2016 at 2:36 PM
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    I'm in the Portland area too (Hillsboro) and will be doing a similar lift. What shop did you end up using?
     
  3. Nov 26, 2016 at 8:36 PM
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    I did the install myself, it only took about 5 hours. For alignment I went to 4 wheel parts off 82nd. It's a bit pricey but someone once said to me "we are a lift shop that does wheels and tires as swhabs is a wheel and tire shop that does lifts". 120 for a alignment. If you need a hand shoot me a PM and let me know.
     
  4. Nov 27, 2016 at 3:20 AM
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    Thanks!
     
  5. Dec 4, 2016 at 3:05 PM
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    One last question. After driving the last 2 weeks I've noticed the truck rides pretty rough and the front end is touch higher than the back (0.5inch). I read that some vendors don't recommend running the strut at 0.85 with toytec springs, that you should leave the strut at 0 because it can cause a rough ride. Is that the experience most have had?
     
  6. Dec 4, 2016 at 3:11 PM
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    Yep. That's why it isn't recommended.

    If you want more lift than 0, use a taller coil.
     
  7. Dec 4, 2016 at 3:16 PM
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    prior to doing the install I needed 1.75-2in (don't remember exact amount) of lift to level it out. I figured the springs gave about 1.5 and the strut set 0.85 would be perfect. Looks like it's time to pull the jacks back out again. Thanks for the info!
     
  8. Dec 4, 2016 at 3:23 PM
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    Of course. The shocks don't lift anything. Bot the optional perch positions allow you to preload the spring, so lift is created.

    The preload causes reduced travel and binding in some situations.

    Pick the right spring to create the lift you need, then control it with the proper damper.

    Preload for lift is the truck version of hacksawing a loop off a coil on your Accord to create a low rider. Looks good parked, performs sub par.

    Others will be along to say how wonderful theirs is and I'm wrong. I'm happy they're happy.
     
  9. Dec 4, 2016 at 3:29 PM
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    The springs stated they would give 1.6, so I think I'll set the shock back to zero and see how that handles/looks. http://toyteclifts.3dcartstores.com/112-620--ToytecEibach-front-coil-lift-springs_p_14.html
    Or am I somehow reading the description wrong?
     
  10. Dec 4, 2016 at 3:36 PM
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    Good idea. 'Level' is overrated. Rake is engineered in for a few reasons.
     
  11. Dec 4, 2016 at 3:38 PM
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    Haha agreed. I come from the long travel and linked world so it's a little bit of a curve.
     

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