5100s vs Dobinson Quick-Ride?

That's awesome, and you're welcome. I always hated looking for specific answers to things and finding nothing at all, so I try to provide as much info as I can to help others out, vs them going through the same frustrating crap I did.

Little off topic, wanted some light bars on my UTV, and didn't want to go expensive as I imagine I'm just going to smash them out quickly (keeping them on my Front Brush Guard, and under the rear bed) so went with the $30 Walmart Special 7" light bar. Sadly, I honestly think they're brighter than my Rigid 10" light bar, at literally a 1/10th of the price.

 

I'd almost bet the price difference if you did a beam and spread comparison the Rigids would be far superior. Plus they're designed to take a real beating and to disperse heat accordingly

 

True, but for the price, I could buy 12 of these, and get a full 360 degree light spread, and still be cheaper.

 

Sure, but they won't be clear, far reaching, or heat efficient.

 

not sure how i missed this thread, but it has been very useful in confusing me even more on what lift I want to do. I wanted to do a 5100 lift but after reading this and your other review, I have changed my mind.

 

Haha, just getting info out there to people. Still loving the Dobinson setup. Just got back from Northern Maine trip for the day. Back roads/golden road, had a friend with me, and he was surprised how smooth the truck ride was with all the giant pot holes and wash outs in the road. Zero complaints still.

 

the GTS i've not heard of.. saw that the kits come with dobinson components.. is GTS the same thing as Dobinson just different colors?

 

They ARE Dobinsons

 

Basically, yes. Instead of the Teal colors which I wasn't a fan of on my Blue truck, I wanted Black on Red.

 

Still absolutely love mine. Comments all the time in how nice it ride, even with AT3W 10plys on it.

 

Hey OP quick question. When you installed this kit did you get any vibrations? A lot of people have been saying to get the ECGS bushings as soon as you put a 2" + lift on any tacoma to avoid vibrations.

 

I had a 3" on my 17 Taco, and this here 2" on my 18, 0 vibrations at all on either, no ECGS bushing change. I guess it's random on who gets it or not. But I personally haven't had it, and that's from 0-90mph, no vibrations anywhere.

 

Just checked out the kit and I dig the color. Is it possible to order this with the next step up on spring weight? I'd like to reduce the nose dive under braking

 

I believe he had a few weight options for springs. You'd have to talk to Evan on that one.

 

I had just read over the 96 postings and I’m strongly leaning to the GTS setup.

* What would be an estimated cost to have suspension installed? – Thanks!

 

also check out the Dobinsons MRR, affordable adjustable coilover with resi!

 

Friend installed mine with me, for the expensive cost of a 12pk of Coors. no idea what would cost for install.

 

Just had Dobinsons 3" front and rear with UCAs installed. Ride is nice, bit stiffer than the Fox TRD Pro setup it replaced. I have a problem with downtravel, only measuring 3/4" drop on one side and 1/2" on other... Could be an issue with the Pros because I havent seen anyone else with this. But overall I hated the truck sitting so low on the Fox along with the camper shell it just didnt look right. Paired with a set of Toyo RT 33s and I love the look now. Havent offroaded yet but planning a trip soon.

 

beautiful! What size tires are you running?

 

Thanks! 33s like I said above. 285/75/16 specifically. Toyo Open Country R/T.