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King shocks or Fox shock or Toytec Alumas what would you choose?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Rica25, Aug 11, 2019.

  1. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:13 PM
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    Is there a ride differnce between 5100 and 6112s on road ?
     
  2. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:15 PM
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    63A83CDD-2576-4B81-AFCC-5ADE70D64B98.jpg I was in the same boat as you were, all went down to buy once, cry once. I choose the Kings, no RAGRETS here, lol.
     
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  3. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:15 PM
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    I'm going to give the same advice to you all as I gave @RLHOK via many, many, many, so many text messages. (Love you Rich:wink:)

    Like you all, he was searching for the right shock for his needs, and that varies a lot between members.

    9 out of 10 times I will always recommend a good CO shock, because the quality is there, being able to tune for your driving and off roading style is awesome, and I like nice shit.

    Now for the downsides of a good CO shock:

    - Cost. Not cheap. Quality never is...
    - If the place you purchase the shocks from don't have a good baseline on valving, this can get a little expensive for shock tuning (if you don't do it yourself).
    - Servicing costs. With a CO, you should service every two years, or close to that. Does everyone follow that? No. However, by not doing this, your rebuild costs will likely go up (even if you do it yourself). I can reseal a 14" King 2.5 shock for around 33-35.00.
    - A person that runs CO shocks probably should get a N2 fill kit to check pressure every few months. Might as well dive right into the rebuilding process.
    - Depending on where you are located in the country, corrosion is a big concern with CO shocks. Something to think about.

    Everyone has a budget, what they plan to do with the truck, etc. Most of us never really get it on off-road with our expensive ass trucks. That's quite all right. I don't either on purpose.

    So Rich came into this shock buying experience looking for 2019 Pro shocks, then looked at other manufacturers, I was honest about the CO maintenance when he asked, and then he made a decision on his needs and overall wants. I believe he is going OME and shackles.
     
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  4. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:17 PM
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    I’m running the 6112 up front shock and spring, and the 5100 out back. Got the front set at top setting 2.5” with 1/2”spacers. Truck feels firmer and more controlled but also soaks up big bumps much better. Don’t have to slow down going over the tracks now lol.
     
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  5. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:19 PM
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    Actually, ToyTec is pretty big. I know a guy in Colorado Springs, that all he does every day is install TT shocks on Toyota's. He has more work than he can handle.

    ToyTec has lower line of shocks for the budget minded person, and they have pretty good shocks for the performance minded person.
     
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  6. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:20 PM
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    Right now I've had 5100s all round and CB +2 for about 8 months only reason I want to upgrade is to be more comfortable at Sedona next year
     
  7. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:22 PM
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    Toytec customer service is awesome, David always answers my question when I need it.
     
  8. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:23 PM
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    Sounds like a good way to go then especially if you’re not looking to invest too much.
     
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  9. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:24 PM
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    Go with what 6112s?
     
  10. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:26 PM
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    Yea, honestly I can’t compare since I’ve never run the 5100’s but I really like the way the 6112’s feel.
     
  11. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:28 PM
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    Get one of each and put them on all 4 corners, then you can tell us all which is best.
     
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    It's just very hard to make decision because I love the way kings look and I'm sure they will also ride much nicer but also gonna break the bank spending 2500.00 to 2700.00
     
  13. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:46 PM
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    If I could sale my whole set up I have now for about 400 bucks that would also help me only 8 months old and maybe 6k miles on them
     
  14. Aug 11, 2019 at 8:47 PM
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    I agree, I hear a lot of buy once cry once but I’m happy with the Bilsteins and spent less, works perfect
     
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    I didn’t see what I did so I figured to give my 10cents. I did a ton of research learned fox is a bit better on road which was a big one for me cause my wife also drives the tundra. I also I’m not bombing deserts at 100 so I could save and do the 2.0 res in the rear and save some cash and put it else where for now

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    What set up in front
     
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    I would rock the 5100’s and keep your eye open for some clean used coilovers.

    It never hurts to have too much suspension, only the wallet hurts. But you wanna be sure. There is diminishing marginal benefits to bigger and more Feature heavy shocks
     
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    2.5 fox with res non clicker and t/c uppers

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    Don’t stress over it or look into it too much like which one rides better or is built better. If there’s anything I’ve learned from researching truck parts many people will love one product and many more will hate the same product, everybody has an opinion whether it’s true or not is the thing that’s hard to discern. My experience, I bought Kings front and rear no clickers for $2100. I went with Kings because they had less problems than other brands but they all do the same thing better than stock, based on your budget pick a color shock you like and be done with it. 40k plus miles on my set and no problems, I love them, rides plush on the street and comfortable off-road.
     
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    2100 is not to bad if I could find them at that price
     
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    Look at wheelers off road. Best price and tell them your on the forum they give u a little savings. I looked at sdhq but the shipping was crazy cheaper with wheelers. I think I was at 2600 with upper arms shipped to my door. But a lot of guys are right pick a color all great brands. Don’t go ruff country previous owner had it on mine. Junk shocks blown ride was super ruff made a ton of noise
     
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    Kings are unreal on and off road. Seem to be just a hair above fox in quality from reading. I still have oem uca and stock wheels/tires. Both on list to replace next. Good luck in your decision !

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    Have you decided which UCA and tires/size are you planning to get, if you don’t mind me asking, thanks.
     
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    UCA not needed right?
     
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    Toytec has grown alot in the past 5 years or so. Lots of people run their shocks. They are local here in colorado and have made some good friends there. Great customer service. I have ran many of their shocks over the years. The Boss kit for the price is great. The new Aluma series is not Radflo. They look so nice and have heard of very very good reviews on them.
     
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    Is that what you are running now right the Alumas?
     
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    Does he work for a vendor?
     
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    he is a vendor. He works with ADS to spec shocks for Tundras specifically. Many of us here bought from him. He will set you straight if you wanna go ADS.

    I run King front and ADS bypasses rear btw.
     
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    LOL @ColoradoTJ thank you for the replies. One day you will have my meat in your mouth....talking BBQ guys LOL

    But yes to what he said my needs are mostly 80% pavement pounder 20% dirt roads/pastures driving.

    Then I got the full scoop on CO maintenance, I also kept going back to OME. With OME I can keep my stock UCAs, that will save me money I can put towards another mod. It came down to budget and how I use my truck.

    OME also gives me about a 2.5 inch lift. Which is what I am after and I honestly don't need adjustable coil overs.
     

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