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Shock Replacement

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by JHart_87, Aug 10, 2019.

  1. Aug 10, 2019 at 9:10 AM
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    Got a 2008 Prerunner Sport with 185k miles...time for new shocks. It is my daily drive to work truck, stays on the highway. What shocks would you recommend?

    I'm thinking Bilstein 4600 or something assembled...for ease of installation. Is it worth it to spend a little more money and effort for the Bilsteins?

    Other ideas?
     
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  2. Aug 10, 2019 at 9:20 AM
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    Bilsteins are always a good option. Plenty of suspension info to help you choose.
     
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    If you're looking for a good bang for the buck go 3rd gen bilstein take offs on ebay. Got mine with front springs already attached for $250 shipped.
     
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    Bilsteins will suffice for just a daily driver highway Tacoma.
     
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    Agreed^
     
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    So...3rd gen off road sounds like the way to go.
     
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    For sure. Also evaluate the leaf spring sag too. Mine were pretty saggy around then on my second gen. Might even be a tsb on them and Toyota would flip the bill.
     
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    I've already had the leaf spring TSB done...good to go there.
     
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    Is there any major difference between 3rd gen take-offs, 4600's, and 5100's?
     
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    Front end comes up a bit on the take offs
     
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