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replacement rear shock recommendations for ~stock 4X4

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Steve_P, May 4, 2021.

  1. May 4, 2021 at 8:42 AM
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    Steve_P

    Steve_P [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I have 5100s on the front at the ~1" lift setting. Stock springs all around and the truck sits level. OE factory rear shocks with ~140K miles. They seem ok but the bushings are about gone so I figure I'll replace the rear shocks.

    Are 5100s the obvious choice for the rear with the (replaced on recall) stock leaf springs?
     
  2. May 4, 2021 at 8:45 AM
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    if you have 5100s up front, easy enough to rock 5100s out back.
     
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    5100s all the way around sound like the best idea. You could go 5160s if you wanted some Reservoirs, but probably not necessary.
     
  4. May 11, 2021 at 5:25 AM
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    Thanks, that's what I figured, but I wanted to make sure.

    Do the rear 5100s come with new hardware- washers, bushings and nuts?

    edit- if I'll need to source new hardware, should I buy factory parts, or is there an easy to find aftermarket choice?
     
  5. May 11, 2021 at 3:56 PM
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    5100 rear will be fine. There isnt anything that will need to be replaced other than the top nut if its rusted.

    Ive got 6112/5100 with TSB leafs
     
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