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So much conflicting info I probably ordered wrong

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Jdh2550, Sep 20, 2021.

  1. Oct 21, 2021 at 11:52 AM
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    BmTaco91

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    What notch on the 5100 did you end up going with ?
     
  2. Oct 21, 2021 at 12:10 PM
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    The 5100’s are meant to be used with stock coils.
     
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  3. Oct 21, 2021 at 12:44 PM
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    I went with the fourth notch and am pleased with the stance. Won't be able to fit 285's but I am very happy with the improvement in ride quality over the stock bilsteins. Feels like a brand new truck
     
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  4. Oct 21, 2021 at 4:22 PM
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    I’m planning on doing the same with my Access cab , you didn’t find it a rougher ride at all ?
     
  5. Oct 21, 2021 at 5:30 PM
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    Jdh2550

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    The best I can describe it is, less bounce, no nose dive when braking, very comfortable ride, but a very sturdy feeling. In my opinion it's perfect for me (wife likes it much more now too).
     
  6. Oct 21, 2021 at 5:51 PM
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    Yes and anything above 0 clip is negative for ride quality. A proper matched coil will ride better and provide lift on the 0 clip.
     
  7. Oct 21, 2021 at 7:06 PM
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    Ride quality is very subjective, what difference in quality do you mean?
     
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