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5100s vs Dobinson Quick-Ride?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Mack7n, Jan 12, 2019.

  1. Apr 10, 2019 at 1:14 PM
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    Mack7n

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    That's awesome, and you're welcome. I always hated looking for specific answers to things and finding nothing at all, so I try to provide as much info as I can to help others out, vs them going through the same frustrating crap I did.

    Little off topic, wanted some light bars on my UTV, and didn't want to go expensive as I imagine I'm just going to smash them out quickly (keeping them on my Front Brush Guard, and under the rear bed) so went with the $30 Walmart Special 7" light bar. Sadly, I honestly think they're brighter than my Rigid 10" light bar, at literally a 1/10th of the price. :(
     
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  2. Apr 10, 2019 at 2:22 PM
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    So. Many. Stickers.
    I'd almost bet the price difference if you did a beam and spread comparison the Rigids would be far superior. Plus they're designed to take a real beating and to disperse heat accordingly
     
  3. Apr 12, 2019 at 8:30 AM
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    True, but for the price, I could buy 12 of these, and get a full 360 degree light spread, and still be cheaper. :p
     
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  4. Apr 12, 2019 at 9:00 AM
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    So. Many. Stickers.
    Sure, but they won't be clear, far reaching, or heat efficient. :D
     
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  5. May 3, 2019 at 8:14 AM
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    not sure how i missed this thread, but it has been very useful in confusing me even more on what lift I want to do. I wanted to do a 5100 lift but after reading this and your other review, I have changed my mind.
     
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  6. May 3, 2019 at 10:58 PM
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    Haha, just getting info out there to people. Still loving the Dobinson setup. Just got back from Northern Maine trip for the day. Back roads/golden road, had a friend with me, and he was surprised how smooth the truck ride was with all the giant pot holes and wash outs in the road. Zero complaints still.
     
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  7. Jun 19, 2019 at 1:10 PM
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    the GTS i've not heard of.. saw that the kits come with dobinson components.. is GTS the same thing as Dobinson just different colors?
     
  8. Jun 19, 2019 at 1:12 PM
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    They ARE Dobinsons
     
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  9. Jun 19, 2019 at 1:13 PM
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    Basically, yes. Instead of the Teal colors which I wasn't a fan of on my Blue truck, I wanted Black on Red.
     
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  10. Jun 19, 2019 at 1:15 PM
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    Still absolutely love mine. Comments all the time in how nice it ride, even with AT3W 10plys on it.
     
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    Hey OP quick question. When you installed this kit did you get any vibrations? A lot of people have been saying to get the ECGS bushings as soon as you put a 2" + lift on any tacoma to avoid vibrations.
     
  12. Jun 19, 2019 at 1:53 PM
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    I had a 3" on my 17 Taco, and this here 2" on my 18, 0 vibrations at all on either, no ECGS bushing change. I guess it's random on who gets it or not. But I personally haven't had it, and that's from 0-90mph, no vibrations anywhere.
     
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  13. Jul 16, 2019 at 1:50 PM
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    Just checked out the kit and I dig the color. Is it possible to order this with the next step up on spring weight? I'd like to reduce the nose dive under braking
     
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  14. Jul 16, 2019 at 5:16 PM
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    I believe he had a few weight options for springs. You'd have to talk to Evan on that one.
     
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    Fuzzy dice
    I had just read over the 96 postings and I’m strongly leaning to the GTS setup.

    * What would be an estimated cost to have suspension installed? – Thanks!
     
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  16. Jul 24, 2019 at 8:17 AM
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    also check out the Dobinsons MRR, affordable adjustable coilover with resi!
     
  17. Jul 24, 2019 at 4:59 PM
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    Friend installed mine with me, for the expensive cost of a 12pk of Coors. :) no idea what would cost for install.
     
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  18. Jul 25, 2019 at 9:32 AM
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    Just had Dobinsons 3" front and rear with UCAs installed. Ride is nice, bit stiffer than the Fox TRD Pro setup it replaced. I have a problem with downtravel, only measuring 3/4" drop on one side and 1/2" on other... Could be an issue with the Pros because I havent seen anyone else with this. But overall I hated the truck sitting so low on the Fox along with the camper shell it just didnt look right. Paired with a set of Toyo RT 33s and I love the look now. Havent offroaded yet but planning a trip soon.
    20190725_114837.jpg 20190725_114807.jpg 20190725_115050.jpg
     
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  19. Jul 25, 2019 at 11:50 AM
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    beautiful! What size tires are you running?
     
  20. Jul 25, 2019 at 2:56 PM
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    Thanks! 33s like I said above. 285/75/16 specifically. Toyo Open Country R/T.
     
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