Another Bilstein 5100 question
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deedubb
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I placed order at amazon link above a few days ago. Got a shipping notice today for the rears. :high5:
Gotmilk9579
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I just ordered them from Down South http://downsouthmotorsports.com/c-353277-toyota-bilstein-5100-series-shocks.html . Found that site via another thread on this forum.
Had previously ordered through Tire Rack, but was notified they were on backorder after I submitted the order.
Yoderguy
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pipo6007
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Depends on how high you are going to put the front adjustable Bilstein shocks. There is a table posted with different options which were:
Front set at .85" then no spacers are needed on the rear to be level.
Front set at 1.75" then 1" rear spacer is needed to be level.
Front set at 2.5" then 1.5" spacer is needed to be level.
You can subtract the rear spacer and add rear springs that are taller as well. They will add lift and more articulation. The rear spacers are $40 or less on Amazon and the springs $150-$250 depending on the brand. I have been doing a lot of research as well to see which route to take for new suspension lift. For me it mainly comes down to budget and seems like you can't go wrong with the bilstiens according to what's being said about them on the this forum.
Hi,
First, I read this whole thread and it didn't answer my question.
'10 SR5, 5100 at '85" in the front, stock rear. KO2 265 all around. Essentially stock.
My problem is that the rear is, dare I say, a bit too low, too leveled?
I often run with with kids (3rd row) or stuff in the back. That loads the rear end even more. The way I see it, I have two options:
1. Lower the front to OEM spec.
2. Modify the rear. But how?
I assume that a spacer in the rear will work, but which spacer to I get with the '85" setting? I don't mind slight forward lean. I think 1" is as small as they come?
Should I consider other options? A different spring? A different shock?
I don't want the vehicle any higher than it is now.
Additionally, I noticed that with a "leveled" vehicle, the nearby visibility isn't as good, especially to the right front/side. Anyone else noticed that? Perhaps that's another reason why OEM leans forward a bit?
First, I read this whole thread and it didn't answer my question.
'10 SR5, 5100 at '85" in the front, stock rear. KO2 265 all around. Essentially stock.
My problem is that the rear is, dare I say, a bit too low, too leveled?
I often run with with kids (3rd row) or stuff in the back. That loads the rear end even more. The way I see it, I have two options:
1. Lower the front to OEM spec.
2. Modify the rear. But how?
I assume that a spacer in the rear will work, but which spacer to I get with the '85" setting? I don't mind slight forward lean. I think 1" is as small as they come?
Should I consider other options? A different spring? A different shock?
I don't want the vehicle any higher than it is now.
Additionally, I noticed that with a "leveled" vehicle, the nearby visibility isn't as good, especially to the right front/side. Anyone else noticed that? Perhaps that's another reason why OEM leans forward a bit?
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FactoryT4R
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2.5/1.5 is where its at!
think you're right st1fler.. I recently bought the cornfed 1in rear and have the 5100's all around... was going to do the 1.75, but the shop guy talked me into the 2.5 up front. Looking at the wells it looks normal/level, but looking at the body between both doors you can sense a smidge of front rake.
I'll have to order the 1.5 cornfed's now and finally leave it alone. my shop is going to think I'm crazy... 1st time was just the spacers up front and the xreas was ruined bc it got disconnected... 2nd time was to install 5100's, set front to .85.... 3rd time was to install cornfed's and set to 1.75, but let him talk me into 2.5.... now i'll be back a 4th time to install 1.5 cornfed.
:Cry:
ninchendo
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They don't think you are crazy. They think you have a big wallet.
This is 5100s all around (2.5" front) and Daystar 1.5" rear. I can't see why 1.75" and 1.5" would cause a problem. You will be "ass high" as you say.
I'm taking delivery of my 16 Mag Grey TEP on Friday and I want your exact set up. I love the 255/80s and it seems like the Bilsteins are a reasonable lift with options. Did you have to change your upper control arm? or have any issues getting it into alignment?
Can anyone verify my shopping list, look correct? Thanks!
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FactoryT4R
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It's good for them either way.. I wish it were true!
This is what I ordered today minus the Daystar Spacers. I can confirm the rears are in-stock and shipped the same day!
I'm just trying to decide what to do for rear - as I would like to correct the lean, but not lift the entire truck. Trying to find a single 1" spacer for the rear.
For anyone 1.75" in the front with nothing in the back - was there a negative effect on handling? - I'm hoping to improve handling by going to 5100s, not harm it.
BLACK-FL4RUNNER
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If you don't do anything to the rear, only set the front to .85"
or
I set my fronts to 1.75" and added a cornfed 1" rear spacer. It maintains about 1/2 of the factory rake with the cargo area empty, and sits level if you load it up. Also, the cornfed spacers have 1 driver side slightly thicker to offset some of the driver side factory lean.
The 5100's made a HUGE improvement over stock, even with using the factory springs. The ride isn't harsh, but it did firm it up noticeably and remove most of the brake dive as well.
