Bilstein 6112

Has anybody tried different height settings on the 6112s? Bilstein told me they tune their shocks at the highest level, so that would be 6/6. They said it is what it is. Just curious if others have switched settings a couple times or so and if if the ride is different in any way.

 

I have a second gen with mine set in the second from the top setting. There is a new hole on my daily route and I’ve noticed the truck drops into it pretty hard. I jack up the front end this afternoon to measure the down travel and it looks like I’m only getting about an inch. Is this normal?

 

I’m curious about this as well, sometimes it feels as though they reach their limit pretty quick

 

I noticed this happening to mine, wrapped the spots in gorilla tape. Seems fine for a few years+ now.

 

Hey Guys! New to TW, but been following this thread for awhile now. Got the 6112's/5160's, +3 AP leaf pack and SCS -38's put on this weekend!

 

Looks good, with that stance and the -38s I'd get flaps, PPF or something, your rockers and rear quarters are gonna take a beating.

 

Nice. What clip do you have those 6112s on? Pretty much doing the same tire/wheel set up.

 

I'm willing to bet about 100% chance 5/6 or highest setting, with that offset.

 

@Wheeler's Off-Road Inc assembled and preset them at 6/6 for me. Rides stiffer than stock but i like it so far!

 

Huh that's odd, usually its 5/6 to account for the "taco lean". They'll soften a bit / settle.

 

I isntalled a 3/8" poly spacer to account for the lean, she sits almost exactly level front to back. If there is rake, you have to look closely for it

 

Looking for some advise from those of you that installed the Bilstein 6112s on a third gen Access cab
before moving them from the "cart" to "payment".

Clip position and lift attained along with ride quality on pavement / dirt vs TRD off-road suspension?

I'm well aware that Bilstein recommends a max of 4/5 for clip on 3rd gen Access cabs that provides a spec lift of 1.65" but I'd like to know actual real life results.

 

I’m 4/5 on the upgraded 650lb coils on a 3rd gen access cab and got 2.75”. It’s been 3 or so weeks, taken her wheeling at OHV and service roads and not much settling yet.

No weight on the front, just steel skids and sliders.

 

Im looking at the Ready Lift kit "3"F / 2"R SST LIFT KIT BILSTEIN 6112 COIL-OVER - TOYOTA TACOMA TRD / SR5 / ROCK WARRIOR 2005-2021". It comes with the 6112 coil overs with the top spacer, diff drop spacers, and 2 inch blocks and extended U bolts for the rear. Its around a grand. Do any of you have experience with a similar set up? Will I need UCA's or will I regret the spacers in the rear instead of AAL or a leaf pack? Will I wish I had gotten new rear shocks as well?

 

I’ve been running 6112 with 700 (4/5 notch) and just cbi steel bumper (no winch) for over a year. It’s a smidge too stiff but not terrible

 

I finally pulled the trigger and bought a set through Wheelers with their BF sale. I have a question, and yes I have read through this thread multiple times and googled, etc!

Anyone running on the 3/4 setting with a 1.5” AAL? I had them set to 3/4 and have a Wheelers 3 leaf AAL, hoping it will retain a stock like rake. Not sure it if I should have them set at 4/5 instead. Anyone have feedback on that?

 

I'm using that setting but went with a 1in block instead. Without the block I was 1/2in nose high. I'm guessing the AAL will get your the factory rake. I got more lift than the Bilstein chart noted.

 

I have searched extensively and cannot find the answer so I am hoping someone here can give me advice! I picked up a pair of 6112s off my local classifieds but they are the 3rd gen edition with the 6 notches. What kind of lift should I expect on my 2nd gen from each notch. Planning on keeping the 600lb spring and removing the sway bar, only have one front skid plate as far as added weight in the front. Thanks in advance for such a wonderful community!

 

Most people buy the set that matches their gen of Tacoma. So you won't get many examples of what you asking for.

With that said I wouldn't be afraid to try it. I'd start at the 3rd notch and see how much lift is achieved.

 

Yeah I totally would have, but getting them brand new with new top hats for 400 was a deal I couldn't pass up haha! Thanks for the advice, hopefully someone out there actually has that setup and can comment!