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Bilstein 6112

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by KnoxTac0713, Mar 15, 2016.

  1. Jan 15, 2021 at 9:29 AM
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    Skithepow

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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    Try 4Wheel parts. I ordered a set of 6112's last week and picked it up the next day...
     
  2. Jan 15, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    I ordered 5160's on Monday and got the pack, plus a 10% off code from Wheelers Offroad. Shipped in 3 days. Give them a call.
     
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  3. Jan 15, 2021 at 10:07 AM
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    Icon Rebounds 17x8.5 Toyo 35/12.5/17 JBA UCA, Bilstein 6112/5160, KDMax
    I ordered before Christmas and still nothing.

    Actually i think they had the 5160 but no 6112. I ordered the combo.
     
  4. Jan 15, 2021 at 10:10 AM
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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    I got lucky finding two places that had each. Now just needing to decide what setting will be best with a RXT option two leaf pack and running 265-70-70's... Thinking 4/5 but torn and need to decide between that and 5/6
     
  5. Jan 15, 2021 at 10:16 AM
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    Finally get my truck worked on next week. Thinking about doing 6/5 with Deaver AALs. Will there still be a slight rake? Or will it be leveled? So much options it’s been driving me cray cray.
     
  6. Jan 15, 2021 at 10:17 AM
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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    in the same boat... it's so hard! Just the stupid final decision to pick the height haha.
     
  7. Jan 15, 2021 at 10:20 AM
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    Right? I follow a dude on IG. He has both sides set at 5. He says he has a .5” of rake. So I think I’ll be okay with 6/5.
     
  8. Jan 15, 2021 at 10:23 AM
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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    what size tires/wheels are you going to run? what instagram if you don't mind sharing?
    See, I think I'll do 4/5 and can always go up to 5/6 if I really feel like I need to
     
  9. Jan 15, 2021 at 10:33 AM
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    Has anyone here had there 6112s rebuilt? Mine are creaking and I can feel it through the whole truck
     
  10. Jan 15, 2021 at 12:53 PM
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    Here is a data point for the 21 TRD OR Access cab

    Set at 4/5 on the front 6112s, the rear in stock configuration was from 3/8" to 1/4" lower than the front. (each side slightly different with drivers side lowest). Be aware that right after install the front will sit high. It does take some suspension use to settle the coils. I took it out and drove over 6" high curbs at slower speeds (5- 10 mph) numerous times and it dropped the height by 3/4" from initial measurement after dropping it off the jack stands.

    I then measured many times to capture the rake difference. I found it easier to measure down from the fender lip to the top wheel edge (at wheel center) for comparisons at the 4 corners. New, in stock configuration, my access cab had ~ 1 1/4" rake. I'd highly recommend that you measure your Taco and get baseline measurements along with the exact rake on a flat surface for your truck. Once you have the baseline results you should be able to make a better decision on clip position if you plan on retaining the stock rear suspension.

    I also loaded 250 lbs in the bed behind the rear axle and measured ~ 1/2" rear suspension sag.

    upload_2021-1-15_14-47-43.jpg

    If I was planning on staying in stock configuration in the back without carrying any significant bed weight and did not want a slight rake I'd have changed the clip positions to 3/4. Again this is for a Access Cab.

    Bilstein indicates that you will get slightly more lift from the access cab vs the double cab at the same settings.

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  11. Jan 17, 2021 at 11:22 PM
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    Once upon a time there was a chat about a taller spring option. I can’t seem to find it, can someone remind me off the details
     
  12. Jan 18, 2021 at 5:33 AM
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    Bilstein Part Number: BIL53-291387 is a 650lb Spring that is made for the 6112's that keeps the factory warranty. They are made to handle 80-140lbs extra weight for the 6112's. 700lb springs are made by eibach and have been done before but it is NOT recommended due to being too strong of a spring and would void any warranty. The number on the 650lb bilstein springs are E4-FD1-Z562B00. This is just an identifier number on the spring itself but not the bilstein part number. You can look it up through the Bilstein part number as BIL53-291387.
     
  13. Jan 18, 2021 at 11:10 AM
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    Eibach also makes a 650lb coil, that's what I'm running. Wouldn't be surprised if they are the supplier for Bilstein
     
  14. Jan 18, 2021 at 2:57 PM
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    I plan to have SCS ray 10s. 17” with a -10 offset. And 275/70/17 Wildpeaks. His IF is “thatcementtaco”
     
  15. Jan 19, 2021 at 10:39 AM
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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    when is your install?
     
  16. Jan 19, 2021 at 2:05 PM
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    It’s gonna be on Friday.
     
  17. Jan 19, 2021 at 2:15 PM
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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    Mine will be on tomorrow. As of now, will be 5/6 setting and option 3 on the icon RXT leaf pack. Thinking with my weight it will be 2 in the front and 2 in the back on 265-70-17 ridgegrapplers
     
  18. Jan 19, 2021 at 2:28 PM
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    Nice. I just got deavers AAL. So hopefully it’ll do the job! Would love to see a pic of your set up when it’s all done!
     
  19. Jan 19, 2021 at 2:49 PM
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    285-27-70 Tires with just the lame 3 and 1 blocks... GFC on the back
    yeah man, I'll let you know. What setting are you thinking of?
     
  20. Jan 19, 2021 at 2:57 PM
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    6/5. I think that’ll work out the way I need it to.
     
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