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Replacing XREAS

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by RisingSun, May 14, 2023.

  1. May 14, 2023 at 12:18 PM
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    RisingSun

    RisingSun [OP] New Member

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    Does anyone know where I can find the Bilstein B6 4600 shock set for my 2015 4Runner Ltd?
    Looking to replace the XREAS system and not looking to lift.

    I've learned that the 5100s are good but result in a significantly stiffer ride. I'm mostly a daily city driver but do some limited off roading

    I can't find the 4600s anywhere. Any advice/assistance would be appreciated.

    Thanks
     
  2. May 14, 2023 at 1:16 PM
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    Agent_Outside

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    I’ve never seen 4600 for the 5th Gen platform.
     
  3. May 14, 2023 at 2:20 PM
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    RisingSun

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    Bilstein
    B6 4600 Monotube OEM Shocks Set
    2010-2022 Toyota 4Runner 4WD RWD
    1 review
    $388.00
    Out of Stock
    This product fits your vehicle
    2015 Toyota 4Runner 4WD
     
  4. May 14, 2023 at 2:21 PM
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    Majority of the discussion here is about the 5100s and others
     
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    If you want no lift etc, why don’t you get stock take off struts and shocks from a sr5 or trd off road? You can pick those up from free to 150 bucks. It’s what I did.
     
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    I agree. There are many good condition take off stock Tokico shocks.

    I also think Bilstien5100 with 0 lift setting and stock springs should give a nice ride. Not too firm.

    Haven't seen 4600s on 5th gens either. No idea what's the reason. Extra weight on the 5th gen not matching the valving? No idea about the reason.
     
  7. May 14, 2023 at 3:18 PM
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    Thanks for the reply.
    I'm really not the most knowledgeable guy when it comes to this so trying to learn what I can. I'm read and been told that the Bilstein 4600s would be a good ride, improved handling and reduce body roll and nose dive. I'd like to know more about what you've suggested.
     
  8. May 14, 2023 at 3:36 PM
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    I don't know about Bilstien4600 but my Ironman Foam Cell Pro shocks have these characteristics. My wife like the Ironman FCP's more than TRD Pro Fox shocks.

    I have a lift to clear my larger 285/70R17 tires (which many disagree and say lift does nothing :p). I have reduced the front from Ironman factory 2.5 lift setting to 2¹/⁴ front lift and rear I purchased 1.5in spring over the 2in spring come with the package.

    Here's my details if that help. But disclaimer, its not comfy as stock XREAS on pavement to my choice.
    https://youtu.be/Xrp-LYkTLf8
     
  9. May 14, 2023 at 4:46 PM
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    Regardless of your ability to comprehend literal facts, spreading wrong info doesn’t help anyone.
     
  10. May 14, 2023 at 5:23 PM
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    HarrisNC

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    Eibach makes a no lift replacement shock as well.
    IMG_8794.jpg
     
  11. May 14, 2023 at 8:13 PM
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    glwood54

    glwood54 Stop making me buy stuff!

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    My vote is for Eibach also. You can get their Sport Truck shocks also for no lift. Some who've had both Bilstein & Eibach say the on road ride of Eibach is better.
     
  12. May 15, 2023 at 2:06 PM
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    I have have the 5100s that replaces failing Xreas. I don't feel the ride it particularly stiff. I don't think I would go with softer shock IMO.
     
  13. May 15, 2023 at 7:22 PM
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    Thanks Rocko9999
    It's looking like I'm gonna go with the 5100s. I thinks I've read the 5100s add a slight lift to the front of the car even at the 0 setting. I'm going to look into it some more but a slight lift wouldn't be a deal breaker.
     
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