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Sr5 upgrade to Trd Sport Hitachis

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Tonylopez_18, Dec 30, 2018.

  1. Dec 30, 2018 at 4:44 PM
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    mjs90

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    I wouldn't. I prefer the ride of the stock SR5 suspension off-road and on pavement compared to my friends sport.
     
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  2. Dec 30, 2018 at 4:56 PM
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  3. Dec 30, 2018 at 5:01 PM
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    OP,

    If you are looking for an honest upgrade look into Bilstein 5100s. They are relatively inexpensive, and even at stock ride height provide a great ride on and off road IMHO.

    They will also allow you to lift later if you desire.

    The salesman telling you Sports shocks are tuned for ‘desert running’ is just playing Numberwang with you (IE a bunch of bullshit). The Tacoma Sport is tuned for people who generally commute on pavement. It is also capable offroad, but the shocks are not the greatest choice. Save up for some 5100s and skip the Hitachis.
     
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  4. Dec 30, 2018 at 5:04 PM
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  5. Dec 30, 2018 at 9:51 PM
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