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Performance Bilstein upgrade

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TXTaco211, Aug 15, 2019.

  1. Aug 15, 2019 at 6:34 AM
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    TXTaco211

    TXTaco211 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So I am looking into suspension upgrade for my new to me taco as at 142K still has the original suspension on. Which I think rides pretty stiff as its the TRD sport model. I have been reading a lot of the write ups and wanted to know what others opinions are with this set up.
    HS 1/4" top plate spacer for drivers side lean. Bilstein 6112 strut and coil combination and Bilstein 5160 remote reservoir rear shocks. I am looking at also doing the Light racing UCA with this and the HS 3-AAL.
    Headstrong is currently showing out of stock so I am inquiring with them on when some may be available. I am trying to keep cost reasonably low. But also want the most bang for the buck so to speak.

    Any input is appreciated.
     
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  2. Aug 15, 2019 at 10:39 AM
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    TXTaco211

    TXTaco211 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So I guess the 5160's have been on back order since mid 2018 I really don't want the 5100's after reading some mixed reviews on them. Funny thing is I looked on 4 wheel parts and Amazon and found the 5160's available :confused: So now I am trying to see if they will sell me the rest of the kit and what the cost will be without the rears so I can possibly order separately.
     
  3. Aug 15, 2019 at 12:17 PM
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    gotoman1969

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    I have 5100s with eibach springs in the front I think they ride great personally.
     
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  4. Aug 16, 2019 at 4:35 AM
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    TXTaco211

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    I really think I wanted the above kit but for the same price I can essentially get the higher end 5100 series shock kit with the OME coils and OME rear leaf replacement. So due to the rear shock availability I am thinking of going this route instead. If anyone has this set up I would like to hear from you as to ride quality (I know any upgrade will be better than factory).
    Or I can stick with the original plan and just get the kit in the first post and the difference would be in the rear shocks as I would have to get them in the 5100 series.

    Just to throw this out there the type of off-roading the truck will mostly do is beach driving and some occasional trail.

    Thoughts and opinions are appreciated.

    @gotoman1969 thank you for your response.
     
  5. Aug 16, 2019 at 4:48 AM
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    lynyrd3

    lynyrd3 STRENGTH DETERMINATION MERCILESS FOREVER

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    Bilstein 6112s top setting ,Total Chaos UCAs ,1/4" top plate spacer driver side ,SS extended brake lines ,Old Man Emu Medium Duty Dakar leaf springs with AAL,OME carrier bearing shim , Bilstein 5125s for 2-3” of lift in rear ,Timbren SES bump stops , SS extended brake lines rear , Toytec dif drop , Hayden high performance transmission fluid cooler,aFe pro dry air filter .Baja amber driving combo ditch lights , Devil horns by Andres ,Weathertecs floor protector, American Racing wheels Baja 17x8,4.5 BS , 285/70 Falken Wildpeaks AT/3W .Body Armor rear bumper . Extra D rings in bed ,Blue sea fuse block and 100amp breaker ,HomerTaco custom grill in Super White , TRD radiator cap ,Birddawg Industries rear view mirror riser bracket ,Coverking NeoSupreme Mossy Oak seat covers , Paranoid Fabrications fuse /relay holder Painted pinch weld.Shorty antenna ,HVAC knob mod ,LED dome and map lights , Tri Fold bed cover ,UltraGauge ,Morimoto XB LED fog lights ,Energy Suspension poly body bushings and sway bar bushings ! Geartech Customs splash guards ,Salex center console organizer . Mobtown tailgate cap ,tailgate anti theft mod .X-Mat sound deadening/insulation cab floor . Mobtown weld on rock sliders 0* with kickout Raptor lined . ,NEW frame courtesy of Toyota !
    I have the 6112s up front at the top setting with TC UCAs and 5125s for 2-3” lift with Dakar’s in the rear . I didn’t really think I needed the 5160s with remote reservoir since Im not running in the desert
     
  6. Aug 16, 2019 at 4:50 AM
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    lynyrd3

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    Bilstein 6112s top setting ,Total Chaos UCAs ,1/4" top plate spacer driver side ,SS extended brake lines ,Old Man Emu Medium Duty Dakar leaf springs with AAL,OME carrier bearing shim , Bilstein 5125s for 2-3” of lift in rear ,Timbren SES bump stops , SS extended brake lines rear , Toytec dif drop , Hayden high performance transmission fluid cooler,aFe pro dry air filter .Baja amber driving combo ditch lights , Devil horns by Andres ,Weathertecs floor protector, American Racing wheels Baja 17x8,4.5 BS , 285/70 Falken Wildpeaks AT/3W .Body Armor rear bumper . Extra D rings in bed ,Blue sea fuse block and 100amp breaker ,HomerTaco custom grill in Super White , TRD radiator cap ,Birddawg Industries rear view mirror riser bracket ,Coverking NeoSupreme Mossy Oak seat covers , Paranoid Fabrications fuse /relay holder Painted pinch weld.Shorty antenna ,HVAC knob mod ,LED dome and map lights , Tri Fold bed cover ,UltraGauge ,Morimoto XB LED fog lights ,Energy Suspension poly body bushings and sway bar bushings ! Geartech Customs splash guards ,Salex center console organizer . Mobtown tailgate cap ,tailgate anti theft mod .X-Mat sound deadening/insulation cab floor . Mobtown weld on rock sliders 0* with kickout Raptor lined . ,NEW frame courtesy of Toyota !
    Did you try @Toytec Lifts or @Wheeler's Off-Road Inc
     
  7. Aug 16, 2019 at 4:52 AM
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    TXTaco211

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