ICON 2.5 kit with ICON AAL or Bilstein 6112/5160 combo?

Hi everyone!

I could use some advice please.

I can purchase a rebuilt stage 4 ICON 2.5 with AAL set fully rebuilt for about $2500 Canadian or a new Bilstein 6112/5160 set for about $1500 CAD.
I currently have a TRD rear sway bar installed on my 2013 DC TRD.

I like the value of the ICON set but I would have to remove my rear sway bar according to ICON if I put the AAL on.

I’ve never purchased rebuilt shocks but I heard great things about the 2.5 set.

I don’t tow much but use my truck for everyday things, camping and am starting some minor off roading.

Would you recommend I keep the TRD sway bar installed and add some new Bilstein 6112/5260 or go with the ICON set with the AAL for $1000 more? I would be getting the ICON set for about 50% of what they are new here in Canada. I like good value haha.
Thanks in advance! Cheers!

 

The Icon set is definitely a good price. But I’ve seen many sets leak. Even after a rebuild they seem to leak prematurely. All shocks are prone to this but Icon has really built a reputation for that happening. The Bilstein set is a great set that many people rave about. My vote is Bilstein.

 

Both being digressive, I will say neither one. For what your going to use the truck for I would find a progressive/linear combo.

 

Thanks for the replies. Appreciated!