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I won a set of 5100's!!.. vs. OME 90004?
I was in Denver over the weekend. And at the toytec customer day on Saturday, they had a few raffles going. I was given 3 tickets for the multi-prize free raffle. As I wasn't able to stay very long, and thought it was a "must be preset to win" kind of thing, I only filled out 1 ticket and gave the other 2 back..
Well, I just got a phone call from Chris at Toytec.. I won a set of front Bilstien 5100 shocks! I did however have to pay shipping, as I was supposed to swing by and pick them up.
These ones:
Front Bilstein Height adjustable front 5100 shocks - Toytec Lifts: Toyota Lift Kits: FJ Cruiser Lift Kits, Tacoma Lift Kits, Tundra Lift Kits, 4 Runner Lift Kits, Sequoia Lift Kits, Toyota Truck Lift Kits
Which brings me to my question. I currently have the OME 90004 front shocks (pictured below). Now, I would like to hear from those that have the 5100 up front.. do you like the ride? Is it worth it for me to change these out and sell the OME? Or, should I just sell these brand new 5100's?
I have heard mixed opinions on OME vs Bilstien, and I will most likely get more of that here.
Heres the OME shocks that I have:
Front OME 90004 Shocks (95.5-04 Taco/96-02 4Run) - Toytec Lifts: Toyota Lift Kits: FJ Cruiser Lift Kits, Tacoma Lift Kits, Tundra Lift Kits, 4 Runner Lift Kits, Sequoia Lift Kits, Toyota Truck Lift Kits
Oh and one more thing..
THANKS TOYTEC LIFTS!!!! 
   
 
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08-15-2011, 04:57 PM
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I like mine and it would compliment the 5125s on your rear...well your Runners Rear...LOL!!! 
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08-15-2011, 05:01 PM
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congrats on the win...i was too busy with kids to make it up there.
i can't comment on which is better as i've only had experience with the 5100s.
i can say that the 5100s were such an improvement over stock that the wife even noticed how much improved the ride was.
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08-15-2011, 05:55 PM
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Nice win! I have the 5100's up front and I like them a lot. OME's in the rear and I've been thinking about swapping those out for a matching set. Never ridden in a Runner with the OME's up front, so I can't really compare the two.
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08-15-2011, 06:34 PM
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Not to  You or anything, yet why wouldnt you? You have nothing to lose. I'll still buy them if their the right height for me. They will still have full value when you take them off. Put those puppies on there and tell us what you think!
 Ill be right here waiting.
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08-15-2011, 06:51 PM
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I made a similar thread on tacomaworld.. I think they may have sold already, haha.
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08-15-2011, 07:26 PM
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Steve Shaeffer would say that those D-558 part number 5100's will make your 4Runner drive like a wet noodle. 
Technically, the work on a 4runner, especially with stock bumpers. But I think they're a little soft in general. Better for a Tacoma.
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08-15-2011, 08:39 PM
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If anyone is looking to get 5100's. Im selling these for 180+15 shipping.
That is equivalent to a 10% toytec discount. (the forum discount is only 5%)
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08-15-2011, 08:54 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by quicksilvr
Steve Shaeffer would say that those D-558 part number 5100's will make your 4Runner drive like a wet noodle.
Technically, the work on a 4runner, especially with stock bumpers. But I think they're a little soft in general. Better for a Tacoma. |
not true. i know of many people who are running these shock on 3rd gens and there is nothing wrong with how they handle. they will probably be softer than the OME's but they are valved firmer than OEM shocks
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08-15-2011, 10:39 PM
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So...will these work with stock coil springs + spacers up front which is my current set-up or do these provide a lift so I could run these with stock coils and no spacers?
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08-16-2011, 01:13 AM
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Yeah these can lift, get these and ditch those spacers! There are a few lift heights depending on where you set the spring perch to be. I think its 0", 1.25", and 2.5". Plus they ride much better than stock.
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08-16-2011, 09:33 AM
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PM sent....I'll take them for my wife's tacoma....
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Tires: 285/75/16 Bridgestone REVO 2's
The Rest:I.S.R. Mod upgraded to an Injen intake, Borla XR-1 muffler, ARB Bumper, Shrockwork's Rock Sliders, CBI Rear Bumper and a pair of Hellas. Plus a whole bunch of other accessories.Topped off with Zaino's Polish.
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08-16-2011, 11:05 AM
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I know you're selling them, but thought I'd post anyways and agree with Steeze about 'em. I have the 5100's and Tundra coils on my front end and love the feel of them. Those with the Blistein 5125's (and LC coils) in the back and I'm a happy camper! Actually, I just went camping this last weekend with that setup and pulling my pop-up. It was definitely a bit more "bouncy" with the pop-up on the tow hitch, but still very comfortable. Best of all, the truck sat level with the camper on there too!
Oh, and Congratz on the win! 
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08-17-2011, 09:29 AM
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Thanks Rip!!!!
That saved me a bit and motivated me to get the Rear shocks for the wife's Pre-Runner last night. I also ordered the ToyTech bushings for the tops of the Front Shocks to replace the old stock bushings.
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Suspension:Front:Toytec Coilovers w/ 5100 Bilsteins/RevTek Diff Drop, 231mm Tundra Brake upgrade. Rear: ToyTec Superflex coils/5100 Bilsteins.
Tires: 285/75/16 Bridgestone REVO 2's
The Rest:I.S.R. Mod upgraded to an Injen intake, Borla XR-1 muffler, ARB Bumper, Shrockwork's Rock Sliders, CBI Rear Bumper and a pair of Hellas. Plus a whole bunch of other accessories.Topped off with Zaino's Polish.
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08-17-2011, 09:50 AM
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Thank you sir. I am intrigued to hear how her Tacoma rides now.
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