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What shocks can I use with a two inch leveling kit?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by swannanoatundra, Oct 30, 2024.

  1. Oct 30, 2024 at 2:33 PM
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    swannanoatundra

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    Hi all, I'm a long time lurker, but this is my first time posting.

    I have a 2013 Tundra CrewMax that I bought just over a year ago. I'd like to upgrade the shocks on the truck, and need some advice.

    It looks like I have a 2 inch leveling kit on the front, and I don't believe there's any sort of modifications to the rear.

    When looking at shocks to install, what should I be considering? Am I safe with the Bilstein 5100s? Or should I opt for the Bilstein b6 4600s? the 5100s in the front and 4600s in the rear?I don't want nor need any additional lift for now... I just want an upgraded ride both on and off-road.

    Are there any other considerations I should be thinking of? Greatly appreciate ya'lls help. Thanks,



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  2. Oct 30, 2024 at 2:42 PM
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    TundraMcGov.

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    Ooops. Ya missed a KEY element. Your $$$ budget. How many Simolians you wanting to spend?
     
  3. Oct 30, 2024 at 2:49 PM
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    I'm all about value which is why I'm looking at the 5100s. But overall I'll be good with a Performance level 1 or P2 Shock. Looking to stay under 1000$ for a set
     
  4. Oct 30, 2024 at 2:59 PM
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    Are you set on Bilstein? The Eibach Pro shocks would probably be great for your needs and they include a coil over for the front and come assembled. If you buy 5100, you either re-use your existing coil or have to source some tto work, then you have to assemble. Depending on what you have or can find, a pre assembled coil isn't that much more expensive.

    What I'd recommend that will come assembled just a hair over budget but you can adjust front height once installed.
    https://hotshotoffroad.com/collecti.../products/pro-truck-lift-stage-2-14-21-tundra

    These are more affordable but require a top hat and assembly (which will make them closer in cost to the above link). I believe you can adjust the height before you assemble but @memario1214 would know (is is also the vendor for Hotshot and great to work with).
    https://hotshotoffroad.com/collecti.../products/pro-truck-lift-kit-4wd-14-21-tundra
     
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    Not sure that these would work as they're listed as for a '2014 Tundra, where mine is a 2013. But I am open to other options like this. Just looking to get a good bang for my buck.
     
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    2007-2021 all use the same suspension
     
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  7. Oct 31, 2024 at 10:12 AM
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    For that cost you can get some eibach setups, new lifted coilovers. I would pull the spacer and use lifted coilovers, much better than a spacer level.
     
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    Get the adjustable Bilstein 5100s and you can get rid of the leveling kit. And get the same thing front/back.

    I had the 5100s on my last truck and they made a major improvement over the GMC stock suspension. Firm yet not harsh, greatly reduced rebound and much more complaint when turning.
     

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