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Bilstein 5100's compatible with 2016 4Runners?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Kanobi13, Apr 6, 2016.

  1. Apr 6, 2016 at 6:54 AM
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    Kanobi13

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    Hello,
    I was looking at the 5100 Bilstein but when you look it says does not fit the 4runners do you know if these are compatible for the 16s?
     
  2. Apr 6, 2016 at 2:02 PM
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    3in Bilstein 5100 lift, 33in BFGs, 42in light bar
    I don't think they are....I have an 04 with the 5100 lift in it....the suspension is set up differently on the 16s
     
  3. Apr 6, 2016 at 2:09 PM
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    Does anyone know what shock lift/level fits the 16?
     
  4. Apr 6, 2016 at 2:10 PM
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    3in Bilstein 5100 lift, 33in BFGs, 42in light bar
    Are u looking specifically for bilstein or any brand?
     
  5. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:28 PM
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    No I just noticed that was a great option with a level kit
     
  6. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:32 PM
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    3in Bilstein 5100 lift, 33in BFGs, 42in light bar

    I absolutely love the look of my 4runner now with the 3in lift but it is very stiff....there is almost no play in the suspension so it is a very bumpy ride
     
  7. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:33 PM
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    Oh that is great to know
     
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    3in Bilstein 5100 lift, 33in BFGs, 42in light bar
    So if u are going for looks, bilstein is a great lift, but if u still want a comfortable ride ID look into other lifts
     
  9. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:34 PM
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    I am looking more to level than lift
     
  10. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:35 PM
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    Any recommendations
     
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    3in Bilstein 5100 lift, 33in BFGs, 42in light bar
    If all u want is a leveling kit then any brand will do...all they leveling kit is are spacers the sit on top of ur OE suspension so the ride quality won't change much
     
  12. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:48 PM
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    I can't seen to find just a 1" spacer to level out
     
  13. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:51 PM
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    Oh there are endless possibilities..... Just Google 16 4runner 1in leveling kit....everyone makes spacers
     
  14. Apr 6, 2016 at 8:53 PM
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    I'll try again I did that and most products u put in 16 and no parts fit that model
     
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    probably because databases aren't updated with 2015 models yet. anything 2015 should work. worst case, call up @ToyTec Lifts, @YotaDan, or Total Automotive Performance.
     
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    Okay i have a 2016 trail check it out in the 5th gen builds site and you'll see that bilstein makes a great set up. The ride of a 16 is completely different then an older model.
     
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    I just put 5100s on my 16 it looks and rides great. You can get the Bilsteins from toytec.
     
  18. Apr 8, 2016 at 1:51 AM
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    Did you level or lift your 16? Any pics
     
  19. Apr 8, 2016 at 1:52 AM
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    Did you level or lift? Any pics
     
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    I leveled it. No pics yet.
     
  21. Apr 10, 2016 at 7:11 AM
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    IMG_1452.jpg IMG_1454.jpg Here are a couple of pics. With 5100s in the front.
     
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    Looks nice did you just do the adjustable shocks or coil over?
     
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    What height did you set them on, .85 or 1.75???
     
  24. May 27, 2016 at 9:37 PM
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    They are set to 2 inch lift not top position but one below the top
     
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    Nice T4R! I picked up a 2016 t4r sr5 midnight black. I want to level the front as well. How is the ride with the 5100's compared to stock?
     
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    The ride is a little stiffer then stock but it has less nose dive when braking.
     
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    Thanks. I will probably will go with the 5100 set at .85. I know toytec has a 1/2 top plate spacer that will lift it 3/4 inch. Anyone running the 1/2inch top plate spacer? If so did you get 3/4 to 1inch of lift.
     

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