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Bilstein 5100 Alternative ?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Ritter, Jun 1, 2021.

  1. Jun 1, 2021 at 10:21 AM
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    Ritter

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    I ordered front and rear 5100’s (plus Old Man EMU springs and blocks) for a 2” lift for my ‘06.
    The rears came promptly but fronts have been out of stock nationwide for over a month. I can’t wait any long.

    What would be a good alternative to the Bils in front that would match up with the rears?
    Unless someone knows of a Bils source that has these in stock.

    Thanks in advance.

    David.
     
  2. Jun 1, 2021 at 10:34 AM
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    It think nitrocharger are compatible with the OME springs? Or, if you have the extra cash the 6112’s
    But that is
    quite a bit more expensive.
     
  3. Jun 1, 2021 at 4:33 PM
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    Thanks. If they have them in stock I’ll go for the 6112’s.
     
  4. Jun 1, 2021 at 4:56 PM
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    They don’t have the Bils and the guy I spoke with suggested waiting vs the OME.
    Bilstein seem to be very backed up. Not enough bran perhaps.

    It’s a drag as my new wheels and tires are rubbing (in front of course) and I ordered them well after the shocks.
     
  5. Jun 1, 2021 at 4:58 PM
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    Bilstein 5100’s with ome 881 coils on lowest setting, JBA upper control arms, LCE header, 31x10.5x15 falken wildpeaks.
    yes the nitrochargers are actually recommended with ome springs because they are both ome and the nitrochargers are valved correctly for the springs.
     
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    That’s good to know. And they have them in stock. Going to try them. Tks
     
  7. Jun 1, 2021 at 5:55 PM
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    Ordered. Pics to follow. Thanks again.
     
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  9. Jun 13, 2021 at 9:16 PM
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    The front 5100’s arrived to match the rears so Bils all around, with new rubber and rims.
     

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