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Dobinsions? Which to go with

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by dmanars, Apr 9, 2022.

  1. Apr 9, 2022 at 10:07 AM
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    dmanars

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    Im looking to Either do the Dobinson 110 or the 111.
    I have 5100 Bilistiens all the way around and the front are on the second notch. I also have a leer Topper on the way.

    Im thinking.
    1. up the Blistiens in the front to the top.
    2. get better leaf springs
    Im really struggling with the 1st or 2nd stage Dobinsons. I dont want to get the 110s and they sag. But I dont know if the 111 will be too high and rigid. The only off road I do is on the beach.

    Anyone have advice or pictures of a setup that would help me out?
     
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  2. Apr 9, 2022 at 12:43 PM
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    It depends on the weight you carry. I personally carry a lot of weight and have the 112 with the 113 aal. I likely would have been ok with just the 112 but I can now carry more if I need to. I also keep my truck almost fully loaded all the time and I like a truck that has some rake. If you go with the 111 and it’s too much then you can remove a leaf. Contact @Crikeymike he is the go to guy for Dobinsons.

    eta- read this and this.
     
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  3. Apr 12, 2022 at 12:27 PM
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    With the weight of the Leer, I'd say to go with the 111's. It depends how much lift and support you're looking for, but most guys running a topper will run those springs at least.
     
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  4. Apr 12, 2022 at 12:39 PM
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    - Dobinsons shocks and leaf pack - Level 8 MK6 wheels - 265/70/17 Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs load C - SPC UCA - Moog LCA - TRD Pro headlights - Bullet Proof Fab skid plate w/ Line-X - 3M Matte Black roof vinyl - Astrostart remote - Debadged - Black shifter bezel - Front window tint 50% - Color matched grill surround - MESO LED red/white map lights - Osram Super Bright H4 bulbs - Headlight Services upgraded wiring harness - Auxito LED reverse lights - Zulu Nylon Gear MOLLE visor cover - Truxedo Lo Pro QT tonneau - Weathertech floor mats - Weathertech vent visors - Redline Tuning Elite hood struts - OEM bed mat - AJT Design custom shift knob - AJT Design custom climate knobs - Center console organizer - Salex glove box organizer - 1" driver seat spacers - AntennaX 14" antenna - AVS door sill protectors - Trimmed OEM mud flaps - Candyapple red tow hook - Painted pinch weld and radiator frame - Custom radio knobs from Hondo Garage - Xtunes black tail lights - Black LED third brake light - Ruff Tuff Kryptek Typhon seat covers - ACEkraut license plate relocation bracket - Cali Raised Side Shooter ditch lights w/ lo-pro mounts - Subaru tweeters + Rockford Fosgate speakers - Thinkware F800 Pro dash cam - Stickers n shit
    110-R w/ Dobinson shocks and coils


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  5. Apr 12, 2022 at 5:57 PM
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    Thats a nice lift Minny Taco.
     
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  6. Apr 13, 2022 at 11:48 AM
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    Thanks. I'm waiting for the eternal winter to ease up so I can treat the parts with Shark Hide to hold off the corrosion a little bit. Dobinsons makes great products, had the set up about a year and have been happy so far.
     
  7. Apr 13, 2022 at 5:37 PM
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    What do you think
    the average shop would charge to replace the leafs. Just had a shoulder replacement 3 months ago and the other side needs done next year. (in case someone is thinking I could do it myself).
    I had new frame and all new OEM shocks done about 10,000 miles ago. Rides great but I'd like to stiffen up the rear for towing. In case you are doing math in your head....yes I've only driven 10,000 miles since November 2018.
     
  8. Apr 13, 2022 at 7:51 PM
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    2 hours at most. About $200 labor. Maybe you can find another TW guy on here that lives nearby and can help you out, since it's a pretty straight forward job. Sorry to hear about your shoulder replacement! I hope the new one lasts better than the old.
     
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