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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.
Anyone want to chime in with updates on how their adjustable 5100's are working out for them. I know from earlier threads that there was a reported problem with a collapsed collar/sleeve. I'd like to know if there have been any other problems.
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by land guru 1
Anyone want to chime in with updates on how their adjustable 5100's are working out for them. I know from earlier threads that there was a reported problem with a collapsed collar/sleeve. I'd like to know if there have been any other problems.
i dont think we are seeing anymore problems because nobody has had them off road! when they do the problems will start i think. thats just my 2 cents.
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Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by land guru 1
Anyone want to chime in with updates on how their adjustable 5100's are working out for them. I know from earlier threads that there was a reported problem with a collapsed collar/sleeve. I'd like to know if there have been any other problems.
There was that one and only that one problem reported. No one else here has reported any problems. I'm going to get mine installed next Monday (insert crossed fingers here).
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: Ivan Stewart TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Kenwood DDX512 Head Unit, Audiovox ACA200W Rear-view camera, Audiovox XM Express Sattelite Radio Receiver, 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 put them on a few weeks ago. WOW!!! I was suprised how simple the install was and even more; how great they look and feel. I am VERY impressed with this setup. I used the 5100's in the front and rear with the TC Diff Drops and 285/70-17 BFGs. You will need to use a wheel spacer/ adapeter or new wheels to avoid rubbing the upper control arm on a super tight turn. I will post pictures soon. I do have some grease slinging from the CV Boot though...it seems a little loose??? I'm really not a mechanic but am looking into the best way to deal with this. The ride is better than stock, and obviously so are the looks. $500 well spent!
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Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
Great pls post some pics. I have an 06 LTD and with the 17" rims not a lot of bigger tires to choose from so I am also looking at the 5100 and BFG set up.
My 97 chev rubbed a little bit on lock to lock turns but other than a little polishing on the control arm no big deal. Do yours rub a lot?
What setting did you put the clip on?
And what did you put on for the back as the 5100's only show for front?
Cheers
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by Rustyballs
Great pls post some pics. I have an 06 LTD and with the 17" rims not a lot of bigger tires to choose from so I am also looking at the 5100 and BFG set up.
My 97 chev rubbed a little bit on lock to lock turns but other than a little polishing on the control arm no big deal. Do yours rub a lot?
What setting did you put the clip on?
And what did you put on for the back as the 5100's only show for front?
Cheers
Mine have been on for a month now, and they are doing great.
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: Ivan Stewart TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Kenwood DDX512 Head Unit, Audiovox ACA200W Rear-view camera, Audiovox XM Express Sattelite Radio Receiver, 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 jclark01
where you get them and how much, I would probably install them myself, and would I have to remove my toytec spacer's if i did get them?
yes, because the shock has settings for 3 different lift heights. I believe the highest is at 2.6" of lift in the front, so it would be pretty much the same as you have now.
__________________ 2006 Chevy Silverado 4wd 5.3 4.10 gears - Dual flowmaster 40's out back exiting at the sides
- Blackbear 89/93 octane tune (good for 25hp and its amazing, no more torque management)
- LT headers 14.41 @98mph
A REAL truck.
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by jclark01
where you get them and how much, I would probably install them myself, and would I have to remove my toytec spacer's if i did get them?
You would not want an in-coil spacer, because the new shocks compress the spring enough as it is. Theoretically, you could add a top-of-coil spacer if you felt it was necessary.
I set mine to the max-lift setting, and added 1-inch blocks in the rear. That gave me a level stance + 1 inch higher altitude. Fine, for what I wanted.
All a man really needs for happiness in this world is a good woman, a faithful dog, and a big-a$$ed set of tires on his truck.
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Ride: 2001 Tundra SR5, 4WD, The Lean Mean Green Machine, Lift, Front: Bilstein 5100 Adjustable Shocks w/ Total Chaos Diff Drop, Lift, Rear: 1" Wheeler's Blocks, Wheels: Chromed Factory 4Runner Rims, 17", Tires: Bridgestone Revos, 285/70R-17, Performance: Unichip, Borla Exhaust, Optima Yellow-top Battery, Flux Capacitor, Interior: Dog Hair on Back Seat, Coffee Stains on Console, Bling: Ivan Stewart TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Kenwood DDX512 Head Unit, Audiovox ACA200W Rear-view camera, Audiovox XM Express Sattelite Radio Receiver, Shark Fin Antenna, Other: Viair 450C compressor, 2.5 Gallon air tank, Kleinn Pro Series 4-Trumpet air horns, Eye Candy: Hottie Wife in Passenger Seat, Security System: One Very Large Dog
Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
Ok so does anyone have a good link that is having a good sale on these, I like my toytec but it is a stiff ride and sometimes ruts, bumps etc. make me feel like it is bottoming out.
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Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by jclark01
Ok so does anyone have a good link that is having a good sale on these, I like my toytec but it is a stiff ride and sometimes ruts, bumps etc. make me feel like it is bottoming out.
All a man really needs for happiness in this world is a good woman, a faithful dog, and a big-a$$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: Ivan Stewart TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Kenwood DDX512 Head Unit, Audiovox ACA200W Rear-view camera, Audiovox XM Express Sattelite Radio Receiver, 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
On the max heigh has anyone heard any clunking or had any bottoming out? Anyone have camburg or Total chaos UCA's with these? Is 2" the max height on a 4x4?
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Re: How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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Originally Posted by nsaladino
On the max heigh has anyone heard any clunking or had any bottoming out? Anyone have camburg or Total chaos UCA's with these? Is 2" the max height on a 4x4?
No, but I haven't had it off road either. I have factory UCAs.
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: Ivan Stewart TRD Grille, Westin Nerf Bars, Clear Corners & Eurotails, Debadged, Audio: Kenwood DDX512 Head Unit, Audiovox ACA200W Rear-view camera, Audiovox XM Express Sattelite Radio Receiver, 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
How about a Bilstein 5100 Adjustable shock update
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