Why EVERYONE is Using Bilstein 5100's | The Ultimate Guide
Everything you would want to know about Bilstien 5100 Shocks and Struts for Off-Road and Overland applications, lift kit, level, or just a simple suspension upgrade. If you're looking to get into off-roading and have some kind of Toyota Tundra, Tacoma, 4runner, or Sequoia, the Bilstein 5100 is a great shock/strut/coilover for off-roading and overlanding on a budget.
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He lifts 5 times a week btw
Informative video on the 5100s, but your advice from 4:30 to 5:30 is pure gold. That’s the kind of wisdom and encouragement the overland community needs and I appreciate that you did that.
Thank you! Thanks for watching and commenting
I love seeing these normal looking trucks out in the wild, especially when you see one like this and know it’s tastefully modified
A hidden benefit of 5100s is that they extend suspension downtravel by over 1.2" with the Toyota IFS, which is a fairly big deal for certain types of off-roading. No other modifications required. This has been confirmed by Kai over at Tinkerer's Adventure. Great video man! The Bilstein's really are some of the best bang for buck options out there.
Yes, that’s my understanding, at least for certain models. I’m not sure if it’s for everything, but I do regularly hear about it on Toyotas. Thanks!
With stocks springs?
@@3rdgen4r Springs dont affect the travel in the front. The compressed and extended length of the shock does. On a 4Runner/Tacoma/GX at least, the Bilsteins run about 3/4" longer extended than the stock shocks so you get a bit over an inch of additional downtravel. This is important because, as you lift the truck, then you are putting the shocks closer to being fully extended. If you kept the stock length shock and lifted the truck 3", you would have almost no downtravel left and it would ride like crap. Having the extended shock allows you to lift and still retain a reasonable amount downtravel. Some companies like Dobinsons or OME advertise "extended travel" shocks. That is the same thing, Bilstein just doesn't advertise theirs as extended travel, but they are.
You think with uniball uca will give me another 1” down travel ?
@@FOURFTP It really depends on which UCAs, but even if they did, I suspect the shock is still the limiting factor. If you really want to increase travel, there are shock and control arm kits that are designed to work together to do just that, but they are quite expensive. Total Chaos and Marlin Crawler’s RCLT come into mind
I replaced the worn out Rancho 5000's on my 89 Suburban 2500 with the Bilstein 5100. It was a Revelation! Washboarded trails no longer beat me to death. With 10,000 miles and a 3rd of that overlanding, I love these shocks!
Awesome! Glad you like them
I’ve had Bilstien 5100 on front and rear, a month ago my rear shock after 7 years broke. I called Bilstien support and once I showed a receipt they overnighted a new 5100. They recommended to change the other side so I ordered one and had my mechanic install them. Keep your receipts. Bilstien has great customer service that is USA based . I will never buy another brand. Btw the one that was still good is now a spare in case I need it or someone on the trail. I put 80 to 90k on the shocks. That’s the limited lifetime warranty. Excellent
Awesome! I’m glad to hear you’ve had such a good experience with them
When I first got into the Toyota crowd and began to look for advice at the usual internet hangouts. I was instantly overwhelmed by info on what your truck NEEDS to be able to go off-road. I found this overwhelming as it was posted everywhere and all KZhead videos were screaming the same thing. In enters overland outfitters and Braeden. They said some great things about going out and finding what you wish to have your truck set up to do. I did just that. I now know that I do not need to dump 10's thousand into my suspension and body mount relocates, or strut relocates. I need to have a solid footprint and to stay between .5 - 2 inches of lift. I will be also replacing the needle bearing for future-proofing reasons. After spending a good 4 months of the last year off-road in a stock Tacoma sr5, I now know that the truck is already quite capable at the base level. It gets me everywhere I want to go solo currently, and has taken me and my sons to some spots we never thought we could make. Again all stock! However, I have made some friends along the way that like to do some more technical trails here in BC, Canada. They have assured me that they have all tried the suspension combo I am going to be going with and loved it. They only have gone upwards from here due to vanity and hobbyist reasons. I have opted for the Bilstein 6112/5160 combo. I like the raw look of the struts and the black coils. simple and easy to look stock still. I have also gone down a rabbit hole recently about pizza cutter tires, which will potentially eliminate the need to mess around more with the UCA debacle. Them Cooper STT Pro's in 255/85/r16 or 255/80/r17 are looking pretty great! This video had great advice. Many enthusiasts should be more open to starting at the beginner's level. If they move upwards and want to do more, they most likely will get a second vehicle to work on and abuse. This works well because if you do wanna upgrade after trying these lower-cost options, you can pull them and toss them onto the other rig. Happy adventuring everyone!
I'm on my 3rd set of 5100s. Not because they broke. But because my rig keeps changing and they have suited all my needs along the way. What a fantastic shock!
Haha awesome! I’ve had good luck with mine too
Dude, You packed delivery style of info, and great info at that, is greatly appreciated and such a breath of fresh air in KZhead-edia!
Thanks! I appreciate it!
I have the kings 2.5, rear fox 2.0, icon AAL and SPC upper control arms on my limited 05 tundra and all I gotta say is Worth every god damn penny 😎 Especially when walking up to my truck and seeing that blue
I stand by Bilstein. I replaced my crunchy front stock struts at about 56,000miles with some Bilsteins on my 2014 Chrysler 300. The shop said "wow I haven't ever seen someone put Bilsteins on a Chrysler 300 before." #3 or 4 years later my car is at 103,000 miles and rides like a DREAM, no crunch at all!
That’s awesome to hear! Thanks for sharing
Isn't the Chrysler 300 built on a Mercedes platform? You would think it would come with Bilsteins
It’s sad that your factory struts only lasted 50,000 miles. I’ve put 200k miles on Toyotas and 150k on Hondas in the rust belt without having to replace struts.
@@bannedbycommieyoutube5time920 Well it does have a big 3.6L V6 in the front and the car weighs 4,000lbs so it did not surprise me personally. Toyotas weigh about 1,000 lbs less Ill bet and have much lighter engines. Which is why I upgraded to Bilsteins, to get some more life. I'm at 103k miles now and they're still smooth as butter. Love em.
@@XBLHAX two of the Toyota vehicles had an engine either similar weight (3.5 liter engine in Toyota Camry, aluminum head and block just like the Chrysler 3.6), or a what I believe to be a slightly heavier engine (Toyota LS 400 with a 4.0 V-8). None of them had strut problems with such low miles. It’s a Chrysler issue, not an engine weight issue.
Wow… You laid it all out. Especially the thought processes we go through trying to balance gear with what you actually get the gear for.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for commenting
I had 5100' s on my last taco and I loved them for the daily drive, occasionally off road. Camping and fishing. Probably gonna get the same on my new one 👍 great video bro. Straight to the point
That’s awesome! Thanks for watching and commenting
Love my 5100s on my 1st gen Tacoma. Put my first set to the test driving all types of off road terrain. Eventually had to replace them which cost was well under the cost of the kings I purchased for my 4Runner. Easily could buy multiple sets and still be under the cost of a high end CO. What it comes down to is that these will do the job without having to spend an arm and a leg.
Great video! "Economical and value based solid option" is a great way to describe the Bilstein 5100's. I run them with Eibach springs on my Tacoma.It's definitely a stiffer ride on the road, but it gets me to my occasional off the grid camp ground. While most of my family members are running Kings on their jacked up trucks they do a lot more "wheeling" than I do. 30k in and I'm happy with them.
Glad to hear it! Thanks for commenting
I just got 5100’s and lift installed on friday. I LOVE how it rides
That’s awesome!
Love mine front and rear on my 4th gen 4runner V8. Had them for years and they still have been great.
Awesome to hear!
Just ordered a set of 5100s for my 03 Tundra SR5, 4x4 AC. I like the fact that I can level the front using only stock springs. I plan on putting on different springs and UCAs at some point, but for now the shock upgrade is all the budget will allow.
I appreciate your channel! I have been doing an offroad build on my '04 sr5 and as I look into upgrading equipment, I have followed this channel, i'm subscribed. Thanks for the great info.
Thank you man, I appreciate it!
@@208Tyler yeah man! keep up the great content
First time i ever did a lift kit on my personal vehicle. Front struts factory cpils rear bilstein coils and rear shocks. Set at 1.5 rear 1.75 front. My 4r clean as sh*t now and offroading makes such a difference. Its crazy what a couple inches can do ;)
Great video! You made a really good point about escalating cost, it gets really easy to do that. I definitely agree with you about finding out what you need first, then spending the money. I actually was going to go with the 5100 for my 4Runner, then on the advice of friends and acquaintances decided on the 6100's, however, all the research that I did led me to believe that those had a pretty firm ride, which is not what I'm looking for. I ended up going with the Eibach 2.0 coilovers, with the rear reservoirs. The resis were a splurge, I found them on sale and they weren't much more than the standard kit. I like that this comes assembled, and is adjustable for when I eventually put a winch on it I figured that would save me the cost of changing coils later on. I kind of took a gamble on the ride, somebody with the Tacoma told me it was stiff, a woman with a 5th gen 4Runner like mine said it was amazing on her daily driver and she loved it. Haven't installed it yet, fingers crossed I like it.
Eibach makes goods stuff, I almost went with them. Smart to buy the adjustables, leaving room for future mods! Thanks for watching and commenting
Thanks for reassuring me that I’m making the right choice, I’m getting 5100s for my Tacoma soon
Awesome! Glad the video helped
@@208Tyler I went 5100's on my Taco and leveled my truck.
Wow! No nonsense and straight to the point. Thank you. Subscribed.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for commenting
As someone who’s about to get his first Tacoma and start overland/camp this is awesome to hear. Subbed and looking forward to more content!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Do yourself a favor and get the strut with the spring already attached on the fronts. Way easier than having to install a spring on yourself. Makes the install fast.
Outstanding video, excellent advice! My 2011 Tacoma (single cab) is built more for slow rock crawling, however my 4x4 club are considering some overlanding week or so adventures. This appeals to me nowadays due to getting older. Switching suspension over will be an adventure in itself. Subscribed. 🙋🏼
Thanks for watching! Ya, “overland” type trips can be a lot of fun
Literally just blew my stock no name strut yesterday and started shopping for struts on my 02 tundra. Your videos rock!
Oh man! Glad the video helped, thanks!
@@208Tyler would you recommend any specific aftermarket coil with these if you’ve got extra weight? I’m fabing my own sliders that will add about 100 pounds but am otherwise stock weight. Just wondering if you’ve had any good experiences with any brands that justify extra cost
I like the OME coils, and they’re very popular all around. I have the 2885 coils to compensate for my bumper. A 2884 would work well if you don’t have a steel bumper or winch
Great video buddy, When i had first gen tundra 2004 like yours. Ive had the kings coil overs+ rear. Rancho coil overs + fox 2.0 rear. All i found out is if you dont go full long travel and actually dial all the parts of your truck for being better. Its waste of money ! And the end i ended up going to the yellow 4600 series shocks and was the happiest with it. Now on my newer gen tundra 2020 i went with the 5100 since the beginning. Middle clip.+ rears. Great combo and the BEST VALUE FOR YOUR DOLLAR
Thanks for this video, I have a 2015 4cyl 5-spd Access Cab Tacoma and got it new. It’s had a 3rd Gen TRD-OR suspension under it the last 4 years or so. Even swapped the front sway for the OR to help soften the ride. It raised the front over 1” so I had to add 1” blocks to the rear. I didn’t want to but WILL NOT bro lean my Tacoma. I’m not after height, honestly I’d love to have a great suspension but at stock height. This is a great option! Thanks again man! Well done!
Haha ya! The bro lean is a bad look Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for commenting!
Still have my 5seed R 50 Pathfinder. Love it.
I have 5100s on my 2016 Tundra. They are great! Such a smooth ride!
Glad you like them!
I have a 2016 Crewmax with 4600s and they are spent after two years and 25k of on and off towing. They were never up to handling the weight of the Truck. Are the 5100s tolerable for daily use? Thanks.
Absolutely love Bilstein. I have the 4600 B6 shocks on my Silverado. Great ride. 4600 is a great option for unlifted trucks and cars. I also had 5100s on my old BMW which was lowered. They where also great.
4600s are great too. Thanks for commenting
I had them on my 5th gen 4Runner for 160,000km. They were still fine when I sold the truck.
I was thinking of getting these for my stock base bronco for a while, but wasn't sure. Now I feel pretty confident in getting them next time I have some extra cash. Thanks for the information.
Glad the video helped!
I agree with your opinions nothing wrong with starting out with 5100 and then upgrading later when you realize you need them
Absolutely! Thanks for watching
I'm totally new to these topics and this information is really useful! Thanks
Glad it helped
Finally someone focuses on functionality, cost to returns ratio instuead of paying and getting crap just for aesthetics. subscribed
Thank you! I appreciate it
Great informational suspension guide. I remember going through the process of what coils rate to use, after adding the ARB Sahara winch bumper to my 02’ Tundra. I not only wanted to have descent 2” lift but also wanted a firmer ride out front so I went with Old Man EMU series 2887’s coils combined w/ Bilsteins which turned out great and eliminated sag. I also rock the 5100s shocks out back. I’m due for new leaf packs lol. -Great info
Hey man, thanks for watching. Almost identical setup compared to my truck. I need to address the rear though haha.
@@208Tyler Great minds think alike. Great build by the way🤘🏽
I got the same 5100s and 2887 om my 06 Tundra 4wd double cab stock bumper the ride is pretty stiff and hard on potholes kinda whish I got the 2885 with 2" lift vs the 2.5" lift 😅I got.
Great vid! 2019 SR5 4Runner with 2.5 in the front and 2 in the rear. Fits 285’s just fine and it’s nice and level. It’s a great ride once aired down on the backroads here in Idaho. Not looking to Baja any trails or rock crawl. Just gets me that ground clearance to explore. I’m happy with my choice!
Good to hear you're happy with it! And a fellow Idahoan!
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I run these coil over billsteen 5100 on rear of my 09 duramax 4x4 love them exellent ride when loaded or unloaded or towing .
I got the 4600's for my Blazer ZR2 & love them..
Nice!
I’ve owned over a dozen Jeeps in my lifetime. Had many different brands of shocks on everything from stock to fully locked with 6” lift and long arms. I now own three jeeps…a TJ, XJ and an MJ. And they ALL have 5100s on them. Love them.
MJ especially loves them
your point about 'just getting out there' is a good one. If you want to overland, explore, camp, etc, you can do it with whatever you have right now. My father explored and camped a big chunk or the western US and parts of mexico with a beat-up 2wd F-100. It is easy to get sucked into shopping and styling your vehicle instead of using it.
Yup! Don’t spend more than you have to, it really can be a cheap hobby. Just gas and tires.
Im running 5100's in my 3rd gen 4runner with stock FJ coils in the front and Dobinsons coils in the rear. I have alot of added weight and they hold up great. I don't rock crawl or blast through deserts, but I hit trails of mixed varieties often. Most people buy kings or other high end stuff just for the bragging rights or for show. Maybe when these 5100 go out I will upgrade to something else, but for now these work great.
Awesome to hear. Ya the high end stuff is cool, but often not required. Thanks for commenting!
I bought my 2000 Tacoma 4x4 brand new. About 9 months ago, I finally bought the shocks I always wanted: the Bilstein 4600 series shocks. These are the same shocks that came on the top-of-the-line 1st gen Tacoma's with the TRD performance package. Let me tell ya, it's the single best performance upgrade I've ever done to my Tacoma. Not only do they handle rough, uneven terrain much better and offer a significant improvement in overall ride quality, but the major difference is the Bilstein 4600 series shocks eliminated virtually all body-roll. Going around tight turns, making sudden/abrupt directional changes, lane changes, etc, the truck now stays planted and level. No more "tilting your head" going into tight turns, and the truck literally feels much safer when negotiating tight turns & twisty roads. They are quite amazing actually, and are much cheaper to buy nowadays vs way back in 2000. Back in the early 2000's the 4600 series Bilstein shocks for my Tacoma were anywhere between $150 to $175 EACH, and that does not include the price of installation. I recently bought mine brand new from an authorized Bilstein distributor online for just under $90 each..........not counting installation cost of course. That is a significant price reduction. My Tacoma drives much more like a sports car now. I fell in love with my 1st gen Tacoma 4x4 all over again, only it's even better now. Highly recommended.
Love the White Rim Road through Canyonlands, did it a couple years back on my DR-Z! Also just ordered 4600's for my '09 Taco, finally replacing the OEM struts and rear shocks after 175k miles.
That’s awesome! Sweet, I hope you like em!
I have a 00 excursion. I bought 5100s because I know they can handle the weight of my rig plus towing. Know they won't blow out. But also offroading shocks. Usually it's either offroad or towing. I'm excited to finally put them in when I get my springs.
Awesome! Those are great reasons to buy, I hope you enjoy them
I have them on 05 4x2 4Runner and has been amazing thus far best mods I ever did to my truck.
Good to hear it!
@@208Tyler yeah I’m planning to do it on my GX470 as well after realizing it all I frankly need as I’m not going overboard with the truck likely snow and some small trails is all my GX is gonna experience and its nice you get to keep the OEM air springs and oem front springs as well too many ppl at GX go too crazy with there setup spend thousands on UCA’s and etc. Simple mods is so underrated these days
Simple is the best! The more you change, the more compromises you make and the more complicated it gets
Very well put together video! I did the opposite when I bought my 2nd gen Xterra I bought radflos because I thought I needed the best then after those leaked after only 20k miles I switched to 5100s and I actually like the ride better on and off road!
No kidding! Glad you’re happy with the 5100’s!
Got 5100s on my 18 tacoma OR. Worked well to level it. Running 275/70/16 K02s and have no issues.
Nice!
I put 6112's on the front of my 2020 ranger and they feel great. I was running fox 2.0's in the rear. Then changed to 5160's. I think the rebound is a little better on the fox 2.0's than the 5160's. The ranger leaf springs are so firm I'm chagning them to ICONs. Hopefully it settles the ride down a lot more with new leafs.
One of my f150 work trucks had those and and they really in improved the ride. The rear shocks blew out pretty quick so we got the 5160 and they never failed me. The 5100 in the front never failed either. I'm sure some mechanic has a reason that only the rear shocks failed......they were way way better than stock
I when with the Bilstien 6112 fronts and 5160s on my F150... fantastic all around shock. Did 5100s on my brothers 2003 Cummins, worked great for that application
Hi wich one drive more coftoble on pavimento as I'm going to lift my tundra 2016 with one of theme trying to decide thaks
Really good and insightful video. I decided to go with Eibach coil overs and shocks on my 2nd gen Tacoma and been very pleased so far.
Good to hear! I had initially planned on going eibach- I really like there offering, just couldn’t find as nice of a deal for a fully assembled strut at the time!
2nd gen tacoma rep here. I’m running archive garage shock relocation, with king 2.5x12 in the rear, and +2 total chaos with king coil overs and bypass. They were worth every penny. I had fox factory series before, and the kings are miles above in performance. Instead of focusing on short term cost, realize serious use will destroy inferior products. If you buy once, cry once(after research), you probably won’t have to buy again. In the long term getting a top shelf item will save you money and headache in the wilderness, and maybe a long hike out of said wilderness.
@@truthseeker8123 My 5100s were also worth every penny. While I would love to try out really nice remote resi/mid travel setups, I have more important places to spend my money. Getting a simple monotube that supports the weight of my bumper is all I need, and that’s the case for a lot of other people as well
Started with Bilstein from middle 80s and now with my FJ Cruiser today, its 6112/5160 and I check out other manufacturers and test drive their offerings from time to time, but in the end its Bilstein.
Love mine, lifts my 2017 Tundra without using a cheesy spacer. Love em!
Glad to hear it! Thanks for commenting
Got them on my Silverado with updated body mounts, and it rides so well, looking forward to installing my new HD tie rods and upper control arms next week; it can only make the ride better considering how worn out the almost 400k stock components are.
Glad you like them!
I put the 4600’s on my 04 Z-71 crew about three years ago and man they are awesome. My 98 Z-71 had them from the factory and I never had any issues with them up to 228k miles. You just can’t beat them and they’re reasonably priced.
I am super happy with my 5100's as i dont run loaded up much, just a mountain bike and some tools/emergency/recovery gear. I do run with more aggressive AT tires but I stuck with stock size. Mild 1.75" / 1" lift on a 4Runner. This combo works nice with stock size tires or slightly larger.
Good to hear! Glad you’ve got something that works for ya!
while not 5100s, I went with the 6112 fronts on my f150 and 5160s on the rear and it totally changed the trucks handling and shock absorption for the better. I've been buying bilstein for decades, both aftermarket and oem on my vehicles (shout out to the frontier pro4x), and they've always been awesome for my use case.
So great my full set from my 2016 4runner have been listed in fb for 75$ for 3 years with no bites
No one wants 7 year old ran-through old shocks lol
Thank you for the Great video. Very informative
Thank you! Glad it helped!
5100s + good bump stops make a ride amazing in the ruts and bumps.
Exactly the video I needed to see. Thanks
Glad you liked it!
I’m very happy with the 6112/5160 set up. Great for navigating Houston’s traffic and potholes. I have always driven sports cars but it transformed the F150 and eliminated almost all of the sloshy body roll. Bilstien is definitely the best value you can find.
Glad you found something you like! I’ve always wanted to try 6112’s
I got the same setup too!
i have 6112/5160 on a 4th gen 4runner and i got a good deal and couldn’t be happier!
where did you get your Bilstein installed in Houston?
Brother is on the eibachs (which is basically a 5100 with slightly different valving, a bit more pleasant on road from what others have said) I'm running some $300 Icons I rebuilt with 5160s in the back that were on sale. Last 4Runner was running used 4600 Taco struts with $100 freedom offroad rear springs/shocks. Oddly enough I think my favorite setup was the 4runner. For the die hards it would have been too soft, but in daily use and in practice and in my trip up north all over Line 3, it was absolutely perfect. $400 total in that setup
I have 5100s on two of my trucks and I love them. GMC1500 and F250. Best shocks on the market hands down. My third truck still has the OEM shocks on a f150 platinum. And as soon as those fail. Another set of 5100s will be put into it. I will say on the GMC the oem springs are getting worn. As it’s starting to sag lower with the added weight of a front and rear bumper and my tools. But it’s also at 180k miles and I’m hard on it. 5100s and new coils are soon to be installed
that bumper looks sick on that tundra, kinda want to get one for mine
Coastal off-road! They make great stuff, I have a video on it on my channel
I just ordered 5100’s for my 2004 sequoia, have a set of 285s off of my Tacoma I sold can’t wait to see them on there
Awesome! Hope it all turns out!
I went with kings. Gotta tell the ride and performance was outstanding on my 2020 4 runner.
Glad you’re happy with them!
Awesome informative video thanks
Glad it helped, thanks!
Well I'm sold. I'll be saving for a set for my 3rd gen 4Runner.
Dude love this video thanks!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for commenting!
I bought a set of Bilstein 5100's five years ago to replace my 04 Toyota Tundra OEM shocks, also Bilstein's. Yes, the extended travel is a huge plus. the cheapest, most effective way to get up to 2" front lift. But the real deal is the ride. My truck just feels so much better on the road. I just installed a new set of front/rear custom bumpers, with a winch. The 5100's plus the stock OEM coils are now just a little too soft. Upgrading to the Bilstein 6112's with a stiffer coil spring. Just got them today in the mail. IMO the 5100's are probably the easiest, most simple mod to upgrade your stock Tacoma/Tundra.
Cool footage. Thanks for the info.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
I’ve got 5100s on my ‘21 4Runner Off Road and keep up with the Land Cruisers, Tacomas and 4Runner with built suspensions. I’m going to upgrade the springs because of added weight, but I have zero issues with the struts.
Glad they’ve worked good for you!
agreed 5100 are great and not expensive
Ya, it’s a solid option!
I just bought the complete 5100/OME kit with Spc upper control arm from yota mafia. It’s going in my v8 4Runner next week
Awesome! I hope you like it!
I went straight to 6112 and 5160 on my FJ. I have a heavy bumper and winch and went with the heavy load option on the 6112. The shock is tuned specifically for the heavy springs supplied with them. They pair the 6112 with 5160 reservoirs on the rear. I did OME 2895 rear springs.
How you like the 6112 ?
Nice review man.
Thank you!
Rancho 9000 series 2" lift loaded struts work pretty damn good for $600 no I don't have a 200lb cattle guard front bumper or a winch on my 2018 Tacoma but I'm thrilled with the ride & performance plus they have a lifetime warranty (keep the receipt)
I didn’t listen to a word was distracted by the scenery. Great vid
Haha thanks! I appreciate it
This is a great video. Thank you
Thanks! I appreciate it
I went to the 8100 bypass. Holy crap. What a change.
I wish they made 8100’s for the FGT
On Tacomas the 5100 is a perfect cheap upgrade over the stock Bilstein 3400s that come on the TRD off road model. Even if you don't lift your Tacoma the 5100 rides better than the stock shocks.
I believe it! I’ve been quite happy with mine
You could win Mr. Olympia with the amount of lifts you have done.
Just did 5100's on all 4 corners on my 2010 Tacoma. Couldn't be happier, paid $1000 for everything needed including an Icon add a leaf for the rear lift. Even had the option for a heavier duty front spring for the added weight of an aftermarket bumper and winch.
Awesome! Glad you’re happy with them
Where did you purchase from?
Great vid. I opted for a little bigger and went with a 6112 Bilstein shock and 700lb coils for the weight of my bumper and winch 👍🏼
thank you! The 6112's are great. The orange Tundra from my AZ video is on them and they ride really good, definitely an upgrade from the 5100!
Yep, seems like the 6112's are the latest "it factor". What coils did you get? I need to do the same for bumper.
@@oldowl4290 I’m running the Eibach 700lb coil springs 👍🏼
I'm planning on upgrades for a new hilux. Some dudes tell me to don't mess with anything, OEM is good enough. Your review of the 5100 looks they might be my upgrade, if any.
Great video, well said. Bilstein is a good quality dependable brand.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!
epic review. hit the nail right on the head
Thank you!
I will run with you in my 2000. FGT anytime! I might be a little slower though....Stock and all over Baja for 20 years. Always got home. Still on the original 4600s. I like being in my truck not under it!🙃
Looked at my shocks and the bushings are worn and the passenger side has a slight crack. Gotta replace the shocks, darn it 😊I will be going with 5100 and OME springs, this video definitely helped me make that choice👊
Glad the video helped! Thanks for commenting
Bilstein 5100 a great shock for this price range.. I have the 6112 and 5160, very satisfied, Note I never did experience Fox, icons, kings and the many others.. Shock Surplus gives great reviews…
The first gen Tundra 4.7L v8 is a small reliable truck. That truck is a beast
Price vs performance you cant go wrong with 5100s or Old Man Emu setups both are solid
awesome video man
Thank you!
I love my 5100 on my 08 titan. Much better then the factory setup.
Good practical piece
Your video helped me figure out what's wrong with my car's ride height which was set by a shop. They maxed out the adjustable ring and it cannot be properly aligned.
Glad the video helped!
Run 5100's on my 04 Grand Cherokee on a 4" long arm lift. Handles better than stock.
My fox shocks on 4runner went dead at 50k miles. Swapped to 5100's. Couldn't be happier
I’ve generally heard good things about fox, so I’m a little surprised. Glad you like your 5100s!