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Getting ready to replace/upgrade shocks...

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by NEguy, Oct 22, 2024.

  1. Oct 22, 2024 at 9:52 AM
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    NEguy

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    As I tend to be very prone to analysis paralysis and a bit lazy, can someone please just give me the answers to the test?

    I have had spacers in front and rear of my 2018 for about ~3 years now, I am ready to swap out for new shocks etc. Not crazy as I do nothing more than 'rough' dirt roads etc.

    As it sits today it is almost perfectly level and I like where it's at. I currently have 2" spacers front and 1" rear. Method wheels and stock size Wildpeaks, not that those two factor in much. I am leaning towards Bilstein 5100s and possibly new springs in the rear. Thoughts on what I need for settings and or spring upgrade in the rear to achieve the same 'height/look' as I have now?

    Also, is the handling/ride/feel difference going to be noticeable?

    Thanks!
     
  2. Oct 22, 2024 at 10:17 AM
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    Brownspotz

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    I went with 5100s in the front on my street queen on the .85 1st step setting. It levelled it out and Made an enormous difference in nose dive and handling along with the jba high caster upper arms.
     
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  3. Oct 22, 2024 at 10:56 AM
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    94hokie

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    I'm 6112's in the front with new coils (2.75") and 5160's in the rear (also new coils) at 1.5". Still has a slight rake which is what I wanted for once weight is in the back its level as opposed to headlights facing high. Ride quality is excellent.
     
  4. Oct 22, 2024 at 12:30 PM
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    Pentangler

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    Eibach Sport Shocks simmilar to Bilstein 5100 but less harsh on washboards and speed bumps. Multiple clip settings like Bilstein. Made in the U.S.
     
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  5. Oct 22, 2024 at 12:42 PM
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    glwood54

    glwood54 Stop making me buy stuff!

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    Bilstein 5100 or Eibach Sport Truck shocks, set on the 3rd notch in the front, and 1" springs in the rear will accomplish what you want.

    I cannot speak to the ride in the rear with new springs, as I also just went .85 in the front with Eibach using stock springs, and shocks in the back on stock springs with no lift. Works for me.
     
  6. Oct 22, 2024 at 12:53 PM
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    2” lift Bilstein 6112 w/600 lb coils front, 1.5” lift Eibach T13 coils rear, Bilstein 5100 rear shocks, TRD skidplate, TRD stainless catback w/black TRD side exhaust, TRD shifter handle, Weathertech bug deflector, 20% tint front, LED door bulbs, 285/70/17 Falken WP AT3, Energy Suspension front bumpstops, SSO Slimline Bumper w/ Badland Shackles, Durobumps 4.25” rear
    imo go with 6112s with 600 lb in front and 5100s in rear with T13 coils.
     
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