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1st Gen Tacoma Rear Shock Info (Aftermarket)

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by nzbrock, Feb 18, 2023.

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  1. Oct 8, 2024 at 7:02 PM
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  2. Oct 23, 2024 at 8:46 PM
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    just wanted to say thank you, your thread really helped me out, I orders bilstein 5125’s and I ordered the correct bushing with your help
     
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    GREAT info here. Thanks. Question:

    I have a 2004 V6 Prerunner with no lift. Looking to soften ride a bit. Rarely carry any weight.

    Based on your research above, I am looking at getting the following:
    Bilstein 33-230443 Monotube Shock Absorber, 46mm
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I97UXFS
    $110 Bilstein 33-230313 Monotube Shock Absorber, 46mm
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EIES3DU

    Does this seem right to you?
     
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  5. Jun 4, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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    Those would be for 1.5-2" of lift.

    For no lift I would just go with two of these if you wanted 5100s:
    8 Inch Travel -----------------------------------------
    Part Number: 33-230313
    Valving: 170/60
    Travel: 8.00 Inch
    Extended Length: 21.70
    Collapsed Length: 13.70
    Mount Type/Size: 5/8" ID bushing
    Link: https://amzn.to/3YWZcOV

    With those you many need to extend your bump stops by about an inch so the shocks don't bottom out. You'd need to cycle them to be sure though.

    You could also get the 4600 stock replacements:
    Driver side: 24-184960 https://amzn.to/3FIEYDX
    Passenger side: 24-184977 https://amzn.to/3ZMc78w

    I believe the 4600 are softer dampening than the 255/70 of the "standard" 5100, but I am not positive on that.
     
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    great post, saving for later for sure
     
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    I went with the 4600 stock replacements on the back and am happy with them. Improved and softened the ride.

    Any thoughts on the fronts - shock/struts?

    Not looking to spend a ton. Bilsteins up front seems to be very pricy. Any suggestions for shock strut all in ones that are decent and have a good ride?
     
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  8. Jun 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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    I will have to defer to others on lower cost options for the front. I went with Sway-A-Way coilovers back when they were still a company and recently had them rebuilt after 60k miles.
     
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    If you’re looking at inexpensive coilovers, consider KYB
     
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  10. Jun 15, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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    Thanks all. Last question - money aside, what front struts would give the best ride - bilsteins?
     
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