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What shocks do i need?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Natureboy74, Sep 24, 2022.

  1. Sep 24, 2022 at 4:39 PM
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    I purchased a Supreme Suspension 3"/2" kit and the shocks were unavailable from their dealer.
    They said they are the Bilstein
    $504 B8 5100 Series Set of Front & Rear Shocks fits 1996 2004 Tacoma with 1-1.5" Lift | TrendsAuto Decal | 24-249928 33-247724 33-247717
    B8 5100 shocks front and rear. My question is, which Bilstein shocks will I need for this kit? Are they just their standard leveling shocks or will I need longer ones?

    Sorry if this is a dumb question, I just want to make sure I don't order the wrong ones for this kit.

    Thanks in advance.
     
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    Looks like a block and spacer kit. But the name of the kit does give a chuckle.....

    Any shock should work.
     
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    So, just the adjustable leveling shock in front? 0" to 2.5" and the rear 0 to 1"? Correct?
     
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    Assuming the 1" rear means they are long enough for a 1" block, because the shocks wont lift anything.

    The front shocks dont lift either. They just give spring perch options and create lift by preloading the coil.

    Since you're doing spacers, use the 0 perch
     
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  5. Sep 26, 2022 at 3:44 PM
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    I would contact the company you bought from and request part numbers for the shocks they recommend for the specific kit you bought from them.
     
    AccuTune Offroad, Sep 26, 2022
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