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eibach suspension vs Bilstein 6112

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by YotaJoe, Jan 8, 2020.

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  1. Jan 9, 2020 at 10:07 AM
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  2. Jan 15, 2020 at 8:45 AM
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  3. Jan 15, 2020 at 9:04 AM
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    Not sure what you mean by that, all pieces were installed. the rears only have AAL and the fronts the coils come with the struts.
     
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  4. Jan 15, 2020 at 9:08 AM
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    Like you added the AAL with or with out the overload spring ? Is the last one on the bottom
     
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  5. Jan 15, 2020 at 9:11 AM
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    Ahh, sorry not used to trucks so this is all new to me. We left everything in there and added the AAL so the overload spring is still in.
     
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  6. Jan 15, 2020 at 1:33 PM
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    This is a no-brainer - get 6112's. Beefier with no risk of hitting the front sway bars. Ride is fantastic.
     
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  7. Jan 17, 2020 at 9:37 AM
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    insta@_yotajoe : 5100s / spc uca, 34' cooper mts, allpro sliders/skids. sherpa roof rack. agency6 goodies, BAMF hybrid front bumper, BD lights/Hella spots.
    With running stock springs on the 5100s what would be the difference to change and get new ones? Any ride or offroad changes to pay the extra $200 or whatever they are. "tacomaworld- smart answer you get new springs thats the difference."
     
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  8. Jan 18, 2020 at 7:50 AM
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    What’s size of tires you running ? Truck looks nice
     
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  9. Jan 18, 2020 at 9:01 AM
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    Stock upper control arm? What setting are you on?
     
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  10. Jan 18, 2020 at 11:02 AM
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    Stock upper control arm. I'm at 3/2 for a half inch of lift.
     
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  11. Jan 18, 2020 at 11:06 AM
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    Just installed the 6112/5160 and Icon AAL and Dobinson's upper arms yesterday and love the height and ride quality. Especially in the rear. It's definitely better than stock on road.
     
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  12. Jan 18, 2020 at 2:19 PM
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    Will the 6112/5160 combination give me a softer ride than the TRD sport suspension I have now? I find the current suspension a little bit too firm.
     
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  13. Jan 18, 2020 at 2:22 PM
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    I haven't been in a sport but I was going 40-50 down washed out and pot hole filled dirt roads the past few days, the ride is awesome. Much more controlled and comfortable than stock.
     
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  14. Jan 18, 2020 at 3:21 PM
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    Yes it will.
     
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  15. Jan 18, 2020 at 4:13 PM
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    But not as mushy as the OR - its kind of a goldilocks on road setup in my opinion.
     
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  16. Jan 18, 2020 at 4:18 PM
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    Agreed
     
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  17. Jan 20, 2020 at 6:23 AM
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  18. Apr 16, 2020 at 4:03 PM
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    Anyone know the difference between the 05-15 and 16-20 6112? I read somewhere that the fitment is the same but have minor differences
    Can anyone clarify?
     
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  19. Apr 16, 2020 at 4:51 PM
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    The valving, and notches for the various height settings, and also Bilstein won't warranty a 2nd gen set on a 3rd gen and the other way around.
     
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    A better comparison between Eibach and Bilstein would be the Eibach 2.0 Coilover and the 6112s. The only advantage Bilstein has is a wider piston, average person doesn't require a "2.5" unless they heading to moab and offroad for days on end. The Eibach pistion is digressive similar to Bilstein however the Eibach offers a more linear progressive coil. But I don't know. ‍:facepalm:

    I'm far from an expert and I can't help to wonder why no one else has developed a 60mm strut and spring assembly with circlip. Fox/Kings/Icon/OME/Eibach all go to coilovers when at that size. Eibach also provides a sway bar relocate spacer.

    I've been back and forth between the 6112s and Eibach Coilovers. About the same cost. Nothing ordered... still deciding.

    https://www.shocksurplus.com/produc...-2016-2020-toyota-tacoma-4wd-rwd-w-0-2-5-lift

    https://www.shocksurplus.com/produc...air-for-2016-2020-toyota-tacoma-4wd-47-234413
     
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