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Bilstein 5100 Adjustable Shocks on Non TRD Limited

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by shaunsr1, Jun 23, 2025.

  1. Jun 23, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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    shaunsr1

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    295/40/20 tires on the stock 20's w/ 1.5" hubcentrics - leveled w/ Bilstein 5100 shocks
    Would love to get some thoughts from the Tundra Family.

    Currently:
    Only 295/60/20 R/T tire w/ Bilstein 5100s on the 4th clip (1.7"-1.8" front lift). Drives more like a German car now - picture attached.

    Wanted to change:
    Fronts: Move front shocks to 5th clip (2.2"-2.3" front lift) and add 1" shim bringing front 3.2" if my 2nd grade math is correct.
    Rears: Take stock out and add 5100s and 1"-1.6" spring puck for rear lift.

    Question poll:
    1. I'm seeing mixed info on mods for differential drop, red/silver front axels, and UCAs at 3 inches but guys w/ the Westcott 3-1 seem to be doing just fine on stock.
    2. Would a 1" rear puck vs 1.6" provide more of leveled look based on the picture?

    Trying to avoid the truck looking like I'm doing too much - LOL - Might be too late

    ToyTunTo5.jpg
     
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  2. Jun 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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    Powder Hound

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    upload_2025-6-26_15-20-12.jpg My 5100 after 13 months.

    You be the judge.
     
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  3. Jun 26, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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    TRD L Power

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    I’d say the leaking Bilstein shock is rather abnormal as a whole. They’re really quite well known for their durability and service life.

    Obviously sucks that yours failed. A rebuild or replacement isn’t too expensive relative to other shocks, but hopefully they’ll replace it for you under warranty.

    **Edit - just saw you have another thread about leaking Bilsteins. Honestly surprised to hear it.
     
  4. Jun 27, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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    shaunsr1

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    295/40/20 tires on the stock 20's w/ 1.5" hubcentrics - leveled w/ Bilstein 5100 shocks
    Thanks for sharing thoughts and pix
     
  5. Jun 28, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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    hudrock

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    I love the look and planning on doing something similar when I get a little more wear out of my factory tires. How is the ride quality and what brand of tires did you go with?
     

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