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This is a discussion thread titled "How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update", within the Suspension & Axle forum, part of the Technical & Vehicle Assistance Forums category.
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
If anyone is interested, pick up a copy of the new (July 08) issue of SportTruck magazine. It has a article on lifting a Tacoma using the Bilstein 5100 adjustables. It might help give you an idea what they are all about.
All a man really needs for happiness in this world is a good woman, a faithful dog, and a big-a$$ed set of tires on his truck.
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Ride: 2001 Tundra SR5, 4WD, The Lean Mean Green Machine, Lift, Front: Bilstein 5100 Adjustable Shocks w/ Total Chaos Diff Drop, Lift, Rear: 1" Wheeler's Blocks, Wheels: Chromed Factory 4Runner Rims, 17", Tires: Bridgestone Revos, 285/70R-17, Performance: Unichip, Borla Exhaust, Optima Yellow-top Battery, Flux Capacitor, Interior: Dog Hair on Back Seat, Coffee Stains on Console, Bling: TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Scion T1808 Head Unit, Audiovox XM Express, Shark Fin Antenna, Other: Viair 450C compressor, 2.5 Gallon air tank, Kleinn Pro Series 4-Trumpet air horns, Eye Candy: Hottie Wife in Passenger Seat, Security System: One Very Large Dog
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by DoYouEverNotTalk
Could there be any negative effects from cranking the front Bilsteins to 2.5" and leaving the back stock height?
nope none drive my Tundra at the Myrdle Beach I'll let you drive it around the parking lot.Cyberbilly truck has them and he too is coming to the Meet. After seeing (Tim's) truck this was the core reason why i picked them out his rather Nice setup and cool 17 inch 4runner chrome wheel's was the deal breaker for me.
Erik
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Last edited by Tundrav8yamaha; 06-02-2008 at 04:40 PM.
All a man really needs for happiness in this world is a good woman, a faithful dog, and a big-a$$ed set of tires on his truck.
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Ride: 2001 Tundra SR5, 4WD, The Lean Mean Green Machine, Lift, Front: Bilstein 5100 Adjustable Shocks w/ Total Chaos Diff Drop, Lift, Rear: 1" Wheeler's Blocks, Wheels: Chromed Factory 4Runner Rims, 17", Tires: Bridgestone Revos, 285/70R-17, Performance: Unichip, Borla Exhaust, Optima Yellow-top Battery, Flux Capacitor, Interior: Dog Hair on Back Seat, Coffee Stains on Console, Bling: TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Scion T1808 Head Unit, Audiovox XM Express, Shark Fin Antenna, Other: Viair 450C compressor, 2.5 Gallon air tank, Kleinn Pro Series 4-Trumpet air horns, Eye Candy: Hottie Wife in Passenger Seat, Security System: One Very Large Dog
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
Just took off the pro-comp spacer lift and put the 5100A's on my tundra and put set them for 2". They give me 38" from ground to beginning of the wheel-well. My 285/75's still fit well.
WOW what an improvement in ride over terrible roads. I was getting quite a rattle every-time i went over rough roads.
But now its smooth sailing.
I bought them at my local 4-wheel parts cost $230 for the pair. Had them shipped to me for free. It took a total of 3.5 hrs to do my swap and encountered no problems.
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2003 Tundra sr5
Bilstein 5100 Adj. front AAL rear
285/75/16 BFG AT, K&N air
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by Kevlar39
I bought them at my local 4-wheel parts cost $230 for the pair.
OUCH! shockwarehouse.com sells the for $181 to the door!
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2006 DC SR5
Bilstein 5100s F&R
Wheelers 1.5" AAL
265 Nittos on OEM Alloys
Flowmaster Delta 40
LUND Genesis Tri-Fold Tonneau
Lil Boom under the seat compliments of RF
Nothing too fancy, just better than stock!
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
I did read the posts. And did see then lower prices but for ease and i don't care about a few extra bucks. They are literally down the road from me so.....
Any how they are great shocks and would still recommend them for any "Yota" driver.
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2003 Tundra sr5
Bilstein 5100 Adj. front AAL rear
285/75/16 BFG AT, K&N air
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
With the 5100's would new UCA's be required? I have been thinking about getting these, but I am worried about damaging the ball joints in the UCA's. Would it be wise to install a set of Camburgs? I don't plan on off-roading, just an everyday street driven truck.
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by gipperkid
With the 5100's would new UCA's be required? I have been thinking about getting these, but I am worried about damaging the ball joints in the UCA's. Would it be wise to install a set of Camburgs? I don't plan on off-roading, just an everyday street driven truck.
It depends on what you are going to do with your truck. If you are keeping on the street and limit your off-roading to the Bunny Trail, you should not have to replace your UCAs. I've had the 5100s for a year and a half on the stock UCAs and the BJs are just fine.
If you will be doing any hard-core off-roading, you might want new UCAs. Of course if you are going to go hard-core off-roading, you might want something sturdier than just the 5100 Adjustables; maybe new coilovers altogether.
All a man really needs for happiness in this world is a good woman, a faithful dog, and a big-a$$ed set of tires on his truck.
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Ride: 2001 Tundra SR5, 4WD, The Lean Mean Green Machine, Lift, Front: Bilstein 5100 Adjustable Shocks w/ Total Chaos Diff Drop, Lift, Rear: 1" Wheeler's Blocks, Wheels: Chromed Factory 4Runner Rims, 17", Tires: Bridgestone Revos, 285/70R-17, Performance: Unichip, Borla Exhaust, Optima Yellow-top Battery, Flux Capacitor, Interior: Dog Hair on Back Seat, Coffee Stains on Console, Bling: TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Scion T1808 Head Unit, Audiovox XM Express, Shark Fin Antenna, Other: Viair 450C compressor, 2.5 Gallon air tank, Kleinn Pro Series 4-Trumpet air horns, Eye Candy: Hottie Wife in Passenger Seat, Security System: One Very Large Dog
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
I have a 2006 SR5 DC 4x4 and I just want to level out the truck to get rid of the rake. I want to throw on some 275/70/17 on the stock rims. I have searched all the threads about the 5100s, CV boot nightmares and ball joint night mares. Would my best set up be 5100's at middle grove and diff drop? If I do this, would I need CV boot fix? I want this done in the coming 1-2 weeks. Need help.
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by DRob1705
I have a 2006 SR5 DC 4x4 and I just want to level out the truck to get rid of the rake. I want to throw on some 275/70/17 on the stock rims. I have searched all the threads about the 5100s, CV boot nightmares and ball joint night mares. Would my best set up be 5100's at middle grove and diff drop? If I do this, would I need CV boot fix? I want this done in the coming 1-2 weeks. Need help.
yes your going to have to do the Cv boot on any slight lift.. These shocks really are great I love them handling is improved...
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T3 Grill, Line X extra front Bumper coating (too many mod's to list)
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by DRob1705
I have a 2006 SR5 DC 4x4 and I just want to level out the truck to get rid of the rake. I want to throw on some 275/70/17 on the stock rims. I have searched all the threads about the 5100s, CV boot nightmares and ball joint night mares. Would my best set up be 5100's at middle grove and diff drop? If I do this, would I need CV boot fix? I want this done in the coming 1-2 weeks. Need help.
I am doing the same thing, 5100's and revtek diff drop kit . My install is next Tuesday. I have been advised that the 5100A's should be at max lift to level out (2006 DC SR5 4x4) the truck
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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