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Bilstein Rear 5125 Installation--New Bolts?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Nervo19, Feb 3, 2015.

  1. Feb 3, 2015 at 4:46 PM
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    Nervo19

    Nervo19 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hi. I've lurked here a long time while looking for a 1st Gen. I finally got one: 2000 ExCab TRD 3.4 auto in Imperial Jade Mica. One owner. Brand new 10-31 Destinations so they are there to stay a while.

    I'm a member of some other forums because I have 1989, 2000 and 2008 4Runners and three teenagers.

    I just ordered a Bilstein kit from Down South. I know to get the front bushing set# TTL-142467 from Toytec. I'd like to replace the nuts and bolts and washers on the lower eyes and the ones on the rear. I've searched extensively and can't figure out what most people do. It looks like its a
    M12-1.75 bolt. Do most people just go to Tractor Supply and get the grade 8 bolts?

    This is the kit. Can't wait:
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/301505520150?item=301505520150&viewitem=&vxp=mtr
     
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  2. Feb 3, 2015 at 7:45 PM
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    TIPICOTACO

    TIPICOTACO Well-Known Member

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    I think most people just re-use their bolts.. Unless they're damaged in some way.

    If you just want to replace them for your peace of mind, go ahead and source the correct ones from your fastener store of choice, mine is generally either Lowe's or Advance Auto
     
  3. Feb 4, 2015 at 5:21 AM
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    Brake Weight

    Brake Weight But it hasn't rained in weeks...I'll make it.

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    Weld on sliders, fiberglass shell, 12k winch in an Elite Offroad bumper, front Aussie Lunchbox
    My local Fastnal has lots of good metric items.
     
  4. Feb 5, 2015 at 6:59 AM
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    copacetic1

    copacetic1 Don't get stuck on stupid.

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    Front: Bilstien 5100 / OME 880 Rear: Bilstein 5125 / Wheeler 5-leaf
    I just reused the originals, they were in decent shape.
     

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