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Bilstein 5100's and what else??

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by JOJO1005, Aug 1, 2013.

  1. Aug 1, 2013 at 3:54 AM
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    JOJO1005

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    Ok guys new to the site here and have a couple questions. Just purchased a 2013 tacoma dbl cab lb and looking to level it out. I'm certain I'm going with bilstein 5100 up front but should install in the rear as well? I know it will not lift the rear just curious. And also what setting in the front to level it out and should I go to the dealer and get tsb installed??

    Thanks, Joey
     
  2. Aug 1, 2013 at 5:34 AM
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    2013 dblcab lb should have 4 leafs, no tsb needed. 2.5" upfront with 5100 and a 1.5" aal in the rear should put you level. up to you to put 5100 shocks in rear or use what you got already.
     
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    my 06 doesn't have 4 leafs. But OP should still sit fine at 1.75 without aal.
     
  5. Aug 1, 2013 at 6:27 AM
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    Thanks tacomasportlb. I did look after I posted and does have 4 springs in the rear. Any particular brand AAL to go with?
     
  6. Aug 2, 2013 at 1:34 AM
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    Best to measure what your difference is right now and figure things out. Do the math... If you go 2.5 with a aal, then you will have more rake than if you go 1.75 and no aal. Also, with 2.5 most ppl will eventually need/want new UCAs for proper alignment. If you don't want to hassle with that, stay under or at 2".
     
  7. Aug 2, 2013 at 4:08 AM
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    Thanks raycie! I believe I'm going to go with 1.75 with no aal. I'm running 265/70-17 and no plans of going bigger.
     

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