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Can I still use my current coil springs with the red/blue shocks?

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by NickG, May 7, 2025 at 8:29 PM.

  1. May 7, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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    NickG

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    I was thinking about getting the red/blue TRD performance shocks on my truck. I currently have the stock off-road yellow/blue shocks that has served its time and has done well for my needs. Ultimately, I just want my truck to handle a little better over bumps. Currently seems a little unstable when driving down a bumpy road. It’s safe to say that it’s time for replacement shocks and perhaps a suspension overhaul in general (although they don’t ride too bad for it being original and being 16 years). I’m hoping that the new shocks when I get it replaced I could still use the coil springs that I have for the off-road. Get new replacement of the ones I have or is there coil springs specific for the TRD performance shocks?
     
  2. May 7, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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    Tundra Texan

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    None at this point.
    Wait....you're going to have to give us some name brands and specifics.
    Colors wont work.
    For all we know you busted out the Crayons.
     
  3. May 8, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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    AxelsHumanDad

    AxelsHumanDad Get off my lawn.

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    Yes, the Toyota "Performance" shocks can work with your coils. I have the red/blue shocks all around on my 2015.
     
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  4. May 8, 2025 at 6:11 AM
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    Bilstein for TRD performance shocks. They’re red/blue.
     
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  5. May 8, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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    How does it ride? Also, is it great off road?
     
  6. May 8, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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    AxelsHumanDad

    AxelsHumanDad Get off my lawn.

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    The Toyota Performance shocks combined with the rear sway bar make it handle on road like a truck sized go kart. Really fun for a "sporty" ride. Very firm though. Really firm, that's why I'm now pulling them and swapping to something a little tamer. I got bored with that ride.
    I can't say how they are off road other than gravel roads.
     

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