4x4 shock absorbers

Yea my base model came with the standard black "pre runner" shocks.

 

wait what????? I bought some and I didn't know this...

Edit: this is only true for 2wd models

 

Incorrect, the TRD shocks I sell fit 2005-2021 4WD & Factory PreRunners with stock springs. The only Tacomas they do not fit within 2005-2021 are 2wd (non PreRunner) models.
My statement is dealership & personally confirmed.
I have sold almost 100 sets to folks within 2005-2021 models as described above with ZERO complaints, comebacks or return requests.

 

Scared me for a sec! I can confirm they fit just fine (2007 TRD 4wd)

 

Maybe some stock bilstein takeoffs from an offroad model?

 

Ordered a set of Bilstein 5100s for the factory lift 2009 SR5 ACLB 4wd 2.7-5MT yesterday from Shock Surplus. (Plan to install next spring before the next NH oil undercoating treatment. Thought about replacing stock with B4600s, but hey, "you can't take it with you" so go for the gusto.)

 

If you are not lifting your truck go with the Bilstein 4600’s. Internally they are basically identical to 5100’s but are made for non-lifted trucks. 4600 heavy duty and 5100’s have the exact same body size, piston size, rod size, same body and rod material and same internal nitrogen gas psi (360 psi). The only difference is minor internal valving differences. The exterior finishes are different and again the 5100 are for lifted trucks. The 5100’s have a slightly stiffer ride.
The heavy duty 4600’s cost a little less than 5100’s. So again if you are not lifting your truck the HD 4600’s are just fine.
I replaced my original shocks with HD4600’s and they are great. I do a lot of off road travel to get into my hunting and fishing spots. I tow a 3500 lb boat and do a lot of highway driving. The 4600’s perform well for all my different driving needs.
And lastly HD4600’s are recommended as replacement shocks for original shocks but are nowhere even near the same as oem shocks. 4600’s are a huge improvement over oem shocks.