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Bilsteins set at 2.5. Who has it?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by h22dx, Feb 2, 2013.

  1. Feb 2, 2013 at 6:29 AM
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    h22dx

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    I was wondering who has their 5100s on the top notch and what are your opinions on the ride? Just how stiff is it? What aal are you running in the back? Pics would be awesome too. Thanks guys!
     
  2. Feb 2, 2013 at 6:37 AM
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    Blueanimal

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    I ran mine at 2.5 for a while, ride wasn't to bad in my opinion. I put 885s on it and didn't really notice a difference
     
  3. Feb 2, 2013 at 6:38 AM
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    BORNWILDGUY

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    I wouldn't do it as your putting preload on the springs. Just get a set of eibach coils and set at .85. You will have a better ride
     
  4. Feb 2, 2013 at 6:49 AM
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    rowdyrio

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    Bilstein 5100's front; Toytec AAL's rear
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    I've had my billies set at 2.5 for over a year and love the ride. Also put 2" AAL on the rear in order to maintain a bit of rake.
     
  5. Feb 2, 2013 at 7:07 AM
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    Toy4me

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    Curious as to why you wanted to maintain a bit of rake - seems the goal for most here is to level the truck and eliminate the rake.
     
  6. Feb 2, 2013 at 7:14 AM
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    rowdyrio

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    I often carry loads and don't like to see the rear end squat. Also it's just a personal preferance but I think a small amount of rake looks good.
     
  7. Feb 2, 2013 at 7:34 AM
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    ATHiker

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    When you put the 885s on, did you set the 5100s back to 0?
     

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