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Bilstein 5100 installed @ 1.75"

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by SpaceMonkey, May 11, 2010.

  1. May 12, 2010 at 4:02 PM
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    SpaceMonkey

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    ^ I haven't tried the 5100s off-road. They won't do as well as the Icons I bet. Each has its purpose. I had the Icons for about 3 years. They were harsher on the street; I could feel more bumps. For you, I would recommend the bilsteins.

    Thanks for your compliments guys.
     
  2. May 12, 2010 at 4:03 PM
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    Mine is level with rear TSB.
     
  3. May 12, 2010 at 4:07 PM
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    Great looking Taco! I plan to do 1.75" Billy's to go with my TSB springs when the time comes.
     
  4. May 12, 2010 at 4:24 PM
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    Did you have the Icon's cranked up? or where they at their original setting? I hear the billies suck at 2.5 because of the pre-loading on the springs. Good to know the 1.75 is smooth. Thanks for your input!

    Mike
     
  5. May 12, 2010 at 5:06 PM
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    I had the coilvers set at 2.5" and they were rough. Bringing them down to around 1.75" helped but not as smooth as the 5100s. I also had the extended travel on the coilovers which I understand makes for a little rougher ride than normal. Also, don't forget I have basically new TRD sport springs so that may help explain the smoother ride. Good luck.
     
  6. Nov 1, 2011 at 7:02 AM
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    Your truck looks great! What did the exact lift end up being in the front? Was is actually 1.75''. Did you have to install new UCAs?
     
  7. Nov 1, 2011 at 10:30 AM
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    Truck looks great! I've got the same setup and I love it; it made my truck look and ride like a totally different truck.
     

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