How to EASILY Install Bilstein 5100 Lift Tacoma 3rd Gen

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  • čas přidán 17. 02. 2023
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  • @teamoildrop
    @teamoildrop  Před 6 měsíci +2

    ⚙See the Items in video below!
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    Bilstein 5100 Full Shock Set - amzn.to/41zUloR
    Jack - amzn.to/48Apvih
    Jack Stands - amzn.to/41J7ewP
    1/2" Drive Socket Set - amzn.to/48Ao0Rb
    1/2" Deep Socket Set - amzn.to/48sNEqK
    3/8" Drive Socket Set - amzn.to/41yyGNP
    3/8" Torque Wrench - amzn.to/41Bd7Mp
    Socket Accessory Set - amzn.to/3tsMRYb
    Wrench Set - amzn.to/41Ks3bd
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  • @scottstewart1660
    @scottstewart1660 Před 11 měsíci +27

    This is how all DIY videos should be...zero BS.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Stick around! All vids will be this way.

    • @cainmenard5720
      @cainmenard5720 Před 19 dny

      Totally agree. Like, sorry, I'm not looking to hear your life story, and I'm not trying to watch this video to simp over a hot girl. LOL

  • @claybishop3791
    @claybishop3791 Před měsícem +3

    Most excellent! I just did my '23 SR5 after watching this video. In the past I've done the spring compressing method, and your method was by far way easier. I'm always skeptical of videos being overly edited and leaving me scratching my head. BUT, this video was straight forward and no BS. I usually rank my projects by how many beers have to be consumed, but I didn't even need one until it was time to clean up. No tools were thrown, no f-bomb melt downs, no cut knuckles, and my wife even brought me a samich! BTW, I went with the 4th ring, 1.5 lift, and the truck is nearly dead nuts level. CHEERS!!!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem +1

      GREAT SUCCESS! bet that truck rides great now too 😎 Love to hear it!

  • @BretHalford
    @BretHalford Před 10 měsíci +13

    crazy, you're the only one who didn't disconnect the sway bar or UCA. definitely using this vid when i swap my 6112s in.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 10 měsíci +3

      I’ve got that route twice before… never again!

  • @joegonzalez5602
    @joegonzalez5602 Před rokem +22

    Team oil drop I just let everyone on tacoma world to check out your channel. Love the way you explain work on 3rd gen tacoma's. Keep up the great work.

  • @renenavarro4121
    @renenavarro4121 Před rokem +16

    Best video by far. Super clear and thanks for the torque specs

  • @Glenn.Cooper
    @Glenn.Cooper Před měsícem +2

    I've watched a bunch of videos about Tacoma front suspension videos - and this was BY FAR the BEST - to the point, clear, concise. Thanks a ton!!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem

      Thank you Glenn! It’s our pleasure! 🍻

  • @astronomy_v
    @astronomy_v Před 2 měsíci +2

    Installing this today! I love that it’s short and straight to the point and really appreciate the torque specs, going to be watching this video and doing it all step by step hahaha

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      Outstanding! Take your time, go slow, be safe, enjoy the experience

  • @Andrew-my7pz
    @Andrew-my7pz Před rokem +4

    You explained everything in less than 5 minutes! I will be following this when I do my install. Thanks

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +1

      Thanks. I always try to cut out the pointless length that most vid makers do simply for monetization. Y’all are here to get a quick, clear, and concise walkthrough and that’s what I try to provide

    • @ronreed8570
      @ronreed8570 Před rokem +1

      This way makes more sense. Other videos have you separating ball joints sway bar and UCA. And top hat. Is all that even necessary?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      @@ronreed8570 I’ve done the “old way” twice before on Tacomas. This way is superior in every way. Both require alignments afterward like any lift would.

  • @najati
    @najati Před rokem +10

    These videos are remarkably well done. I'm gonna try to replace the serpentine belt on my 2016 Taco thanks to your other video. Subscribed! Good luck with the channel!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      Thank you! The serp is pretty easy! Good luck - Tyler

  • @chelly9131
    @chelly9131 Před 3 měsíci +3

    You just answered a ton of questions I had. Definitely subbing now! Thanks for the vid all meat no fluff

  • @jogu1732
    @jogu1732 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Excellent video! Tremendously appreciate you making this available.

  • @hd114ul7
    @hd114ul7 Před měsícem +1

    Watched this a few times. I just got my Bilsteins and Ebach 1" rear blocks. I was going to take it to a shop because of watching other videos. It looks like it will be no problem. The hard part is going to be finding an reputable allignment shop. Thank you.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem

      I usually do any place that has a modern laser setup like Firestone BECAUSE they give you the printout and will fix it if they mess up.

  • @DavidFairchild-jy3uz
    @DavidFairchild-jy3uz Před 5 měsíci

    I appreciate your video a lot. It helped me to do this on my 16 Tacoma today.
    I want to save someone else some heartache by mentioning something that I did not figure out until I got my truck back together and my alignment done.
    I noticed my top bushings were not compressed as much as they should and just played it off as maybe they were using different bushing material that was stronger. I had the top nuts completely tight with lots of thread showing.
    Here was my issue. I didn’t realize when I dropped my old shocks that the bottom top hat bushings had came out with them🤦🏻‍♂️. That’s what the bottom washer is for on the new shocks, the old lower top hat bushing sits in that washer.
    Thankfully I couldn’t let go why my truck drove fine and was quiet but was not satisfied with why those top bushings wouldn’t compress.
    I’ll be hopefully disassembling this week to put the lower top hat bushings back in to prevent damage to the shock studs.
    I’m not sure why Bilstein would not include these anyway as you are already replacing the top bushing. But lessons learned 😂.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing your experience. Thank you
      Greg the Editor

  • @VVMVVMVVM
    @VVMVVMVVM Před 9 měsíci +1

    Best video I’ve seen covering this, thanks!!

  • @WaitingForTheSignal
    @WaitingForTheSignal Před 10 měsíci +2

    Cannot thank you enough for showing this! Awesome! Just plain Awesome!

  • @jeff_doyle
    @jeff_doyle Před 2 měsíci

    Thanks so much for putting this video together, just installed the TRD lift kit and this was super helpful for the front. I’ve never done a lift before and it took about 2.5 hours for the front. The 2nd side only took 40 minutes.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for the kind words. Glad you found it helpful
      Greg the Editor

  • @benanderson569
    @benanderson569 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I did this exact lift in the same way. Worked perfectly. Good vid!

  • @vincentc6690
    @vincentc6690 Před rokem +2

    Great video and very informative. I’m looking to do this to my truck along with the rear.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +1

      Appreciate the words! You’ll find the rears in another video as well

  • @kmvd967
    @kmvd967 Před 13 dny +1

    You are a lifesaver, just installed the same setup on my tacoma. 😊

  • @tjdad13
    @tjdad13 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Just found your channel , love it!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Welcome to the team! Check out our discord too, always poppin with good info

  • @rockkstah2550
    @rockkstah2550 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you for the video and for providing the proper torque specs after the mods, much appreciated it….

  • @frankdigristina5859
    @frankdigristina5859 Před rokem +1

    Hey Tyler, as always great video, your rig looks great!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +1

      Thanks! I’ll be pumping up the rear 1”, and putting on 265/70/17 tires and 4Runner rims here shortly. They are waiting in my garage!

  • @MrMoisesramirez12
    @MrMoisesramirez12 Před rokem +1

    Love the content bro!! Gold as always!

  • @Searchin4tone
    @Searchin4tone Před 10 měsíci +1

    Outstanding tutorial

  • @a1parra
    @a1parra Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you for the torque specs. I appreciate it very much.

  • @chrisnunley4866
    @chrisnunley4866 Před rokem +2

    Dope ass vids bruh. Keep ‘em comin.

  • @OBEYYSIXERZ
    @OBEYYSIXERZ Před 6 měsíci +1

    Awesome vid man thank you, you just gave me the confidence to take this on myself. My only question is will this improve ride quality? I drive a lot of highway.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 6 měsíci

      It’s a significant improvement in ride quality. It’s got a more confident firmness to it that a truck should have. I’ve ran multiple sets of these on tacomas and 4Runners and it’s always great to feel the outcome.

  • @kokoyhawaii
    @kokoyhawaii Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great video, thanks!!

  • @dustinkooy8384
    @dustinkooy8384 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Wonder if I can get this done with my bottle jack.. 🤔 I may need to find a floor jack. Thank you for another clear & informative vid 🙏 Got the rear shocks in, going to do front end on Monday.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 měsíci +1

      For your own safety please do not beother. Not with any amount of extensions. The control arm swings out some too so a quality jack with wheels is required. Thanks for the words! Let us know how it goes.

  • @nastysoda9212
    @nastysoda9212 Před 23 dny

    that locking adjustable wrench is such a nice tool to have for this job.

  • @cainmenard5720
    @cainmenard5720 Před 19 dny +1

    Thanks for creating this. Alternatively, I had a local shop mount the struts in spring coils. 50 bucks, and I didn't risk breaking my face

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 19 dny +1

      @@cainmenard5720 that’s an AMAZING price. Good stuff brother l! 🍻

  • @codymyers6060
    @codymyers6060 Před 7 dny +1

    Great video and straight to the point definitely subscribed! Question though I couldn’t get the top grommet to shrink down close to the top washer like you said. I tightened the top mounting bolt as far as I could and it’s still pretty big in size.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 7 dny

      @@codymyers6060 thanks brother! Welcome to the team. It is possible that the grommets are more dense now. As long as you got it squeezed down tight and it otherwise resembles the pictures, video, and instructions, you’ll be golden

    • @codymyers6060
      @codymyers6060 Před 7 dny +1

      @@teamoildrop thanks man! It is possible I did use the new grommets/bushings bilstein provided for on top of the top hat. I noticed my passenger side has a couple more threads sticking out than the driver too.

  • @danikai2562
    @danikai2562 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Such a great video! Are the components and process nearly identical for the 1st gen Tundra?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks! I don’t want to tell you without experience on the 1st gen tundra but the process will be extremely similar but of course use different part numbers.

  • @don44m
    @don44m Před rokem +1

    I just did this lift by watching your video. I put the clip on the middle setting with no lift in the rear. After the alignment it sits pretty level. My question is what size tires, wheels, and ofset can i use without any cutting or rubbing? I want a nice aggressive look. Thanks for the video and for any help on my tires!!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      At this height the most common tire choice tends to be 265/75r17. If you watch my “OEM plus video” that’s our truck on that height setting with 1” added in the rear. The 1” in the rear is not needed but I like the factory rake look and I also added a camper which took back a fraction of an inch from my rear lift.

  • @matthewcarino4392
    @matthewcarino4392 Před 2 měsíci

    Very informative, thanks. Most likely going to go with a similar set up height but might as well change the rear shocks to 5100s as well, and install a clamshell bushing for the diff. At this height, do you think it would be necessary to install a diff and/or sway bar drop brackets as well?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      Glad it helped
      The differential drop kits are generally not well reviewed. You might not need the bushing for the diff.
      Check your sway bar after the lift, it's not parallel to ground, I would install the drop brackets
      Greg the Editor

  • @derekp6636
    @derekp6636 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Passenger side was easy, driver side just dont wanna go in straight lol, almost done! Just gotta get over to get the allignment done afterwards. Old ones were definitely due for replacement, bushings almost completely shot and all the rubber breaking down.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      All in good time! 💬 😂

    • @derekp6636
      @derekp6636 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildrop for any other idiots like me....make sure the mounting bracket isn't upside down and it'll go in easier....

  • @hd114ul7
    @hd114ul7 Před měsícem +1

    Wow thank you!! That was easier than changing the oil with that funky oil filter. I didn't get mad and need to use any swear words or throw any wrenches.😊👍👍

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem

      its THE way tp do this lift now. Congrats!

    • @hd114ul7
      @hd114ul7 Před měsícem +1

      Thanks again, watching your video saved me a few hundred bucks. The rear 1" blocks needed some help with ratcheting motorcycle straps to get the pin in the block to center itself. It gets an allignment early Monday morning. My wife is going to love the new look of her truck.😊

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem

      @@hd114ul7 awesome! show us in the discord if you'd like!

  • @tomtools5318
    @tomtools5318 Před rokem +1

    Dig your videos thanks for being clear

  • @chasebeemon349
    @chasebeemon349 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Same in tundra and 4runner have done all 3 off this one video !

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 měsíci

      Outstanding! 🍻

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 měsíci

      Wish I knew this back in 2014 when I did a 4Runner

  • @bmurray7248
    @bmurray7248 Před rokem +1

    Great vid. I do have the bump stops so what am I doing with the thicker flat washer ? Thanks

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +1

      Thanks! Check @ 2:19. It acts as a support/spacer between your bump stops and frame

  • @ryanmoore3123
    @ryanmoore3123 Před 8 měsíci

    My plan was to use the 2 inch setting but after seeing the 1.1 inch on yours I may not. Looks pretty level

    • @JL-fly7
      @JL-fly7 Před 5 měsíci

      1.1 should get you level and skip some hassles for UCA issues. Just did mine with 6112 at 1.1 set up.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci +1

      That does level nearly perfectly
      The Editor

    • @JL-fly7
      @JL-fly7 Před 3 měsíci

      @@teamoildrop very true! Couldn’t pick up by eyes 👀

  • @derekp6636
    @derekp6636 Před 4 měsíci

    oh boy here we go, found the next replacement job :D new shocks and struts. That looks relatively easy.....4600 vs 5100....prolly just get the adjustable in case I change my mind later.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 4 měsíci +1

      While it is a task, it's really not that bad. The higher cost up front will give you the adjustability in the future. That's a great thought process.
      Greg the Editor

    • @derekp6636
      @derekp6636 Před 4 měsíci

      @@teamoildrop just waiting on part delivery for next weekend, will probably end up with some replacement coils and a new leaf spring at some point down the road.

  • @DdDten
    @DdDten Před 2 měsíci +1

    Great videos. Just discovered but what’s your background. Mechanic or just an awesome DIY er? Not that matters just curious

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      Active military and avid DIYer 😌 🍻

  • @juanortellado5563
    @juanortellado5563 Před 6 měsíci

    Well done video

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      Appreciate the kind words
      Greg the Editor

  • @renenavarro4121
    @renenavarro4121 Před rokem

    Did you ended up installing the large flat washers on your bumpstops? I have a 23 taco wonder and installing the bilstein this weekend. Curious if i have to install the washers on my bumpstops

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      It is recommended! I don’t have the bump stops on my trim level/year but if you got ‘em, use em.

  • @DonavonPhillips
    @DonavonPhillips Před 9 měsíci +1

    Woah.. I just got 5100's to pair with 2" OME lift springs. Would I need a spring compressor to re-install? or not necessary?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 9 měsíci

      More than likely yes! Have them rented for free from autozone and ready.

  • @Em2619
    @Em2619 Před 5 měsíci

    awesome video!!! whats the torque spec for the shock nut ontop?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      Are you asking about a 3rd Gen?
      Greg the Editor

  • @steves264
    @steves264 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Any need to re-calibrate the sensor on grill? Also, Thank You for your service.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you! Lifting the front only will throw it off slightly and may require a dealership recalibration. You may not need to. Lifting the rear equally will keep it for the most part on track and normal.

  • @jewelcitytrash11
    @jewelcitytrash11 Před rokem +2

    Love this channel. Have y’all done replacing brake pads yet?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      Not yet! Fronts will be ready for their next change fairly soon, rear… they last and last!

  • @user-lo2rf4on4c
    @user-lo2rf4on4c Před 5 měsíci +1

    Can I install this on a ‘21 Tacoma? I installed a front grille guard and I can feel the weight change in the steering so I am looking at installing a suspension kit.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 měsíci

      You sure can! It’s made for all 3rd gen tacomas

  • @twescher
    @twescher Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the video

  • @SaltySoulz
    @SaltySoulz Před 16 dny +1

    Opinions on keeping OEM springs or aftermarket on these 5100s? And why
    Thanks 🍻

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 16 dny

      @@SaltySoulz the 5100s were designed with OEM in mind and I have always ran it as such. I know some people will go to a heavier spring. Depends on your purposes?

  • @aafox4
    @aafox4 Před 3 měsíci +1

    i’m trying to put the 19mm bolts back on but they just won’t reach. if i jack any further i come off the stands. what am i doing wrong?

  • @jasonlambros4644
    @jasonlambros4644 Před měsícem +1

    Hey man! Love your videos. Just wondering if it affected your gas mileage at all?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem +1

      I’d like to say very very slightly. I have a light foot and slightly larger tires so tough to tell. I tend to average 18.5-19.5 per tank lately.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem +1

      And thanks! 🍻

  • @grantrenfrow9865
    @grantrenfrow9865 Před rokem +1

    Hey man where did you purchase your Bilstein 5100 shocks? Looking to replicate your work soon on my own truck!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      The cheapest price at the time was from suspension connection. Quick process and fast free shipping.

  • @MayorMcCheese78
    @MayorMcCheese78 Před měsícem +1

    I'm a little worried on the spring decompress. Will be my first time doing this. Any advice?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem

      If you're unsure, have a shop do it.
      If you follow the work as shown in the video, you won't have issues.
      Safety first,......if you have doubts, don't do it!
      Greg

  • @zb3193
    @zb3193 Před rokem +1

    Where did you get these torque specs? It seems every video and forum I look on has different specs

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      toyota-specs.com/cars/2020/tacoma3.5/torque-specs_front.php

  • @infinion3
    @infinion3 Před 11 měsíci

    ok, i really dont want to loosent the a arm mount bolts, there a way i can do this withought loosening the lower a arm mount bolts?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 11 měsíci

      There is a more time consuming method you can find videos on that require compressing the spring and other parts to disconnect!

  • @chrisnunley4866
    @chrisnunley4866 Před rokem +1

    Am I the only 1 who’s loving the music choice here?

  • @drewkohnke597
    @drewkohnke597 Před 3 měsíci +1

    With this method of installing, do I need to worry about compressing the coil springs? It seems like you just throw the shock right in there… Thank you

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      you don't because you CAREFULLY decompress them and recompress them with a quality jack

  • @BandRundown
    @BandRundown Před 2 měsíci +1

    Did you not install the drivers side spacer? To fix the taco lean or is that only a 2nd Gen thing?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      I didn’t! Mine didn’t come with it actually.

  • @14mtaylor
    @14mtaylor Před měsícem +1

    Maybe someone can help? I have a stock 2006 Tacoma TRD Prerunner 2WD. The shocks are bad and I will be replacing them. Do I need to replace the strut springs or can I use the old ones? Also, What shocks do you recommend for the truck" I am thinking about getting the Bilstein 4600's. If I want to raise the front level Should I use the 5100's?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem

      Are the coils giving you any reason to believe they may be expiring?
      I have not used 4600s so can’t speak on it in detail. I’d reccomend hopping in our discord and asking the group!

  • @TheLeoct3000
    @TheLeoct3000 Před rokem

    Where did you get the 103 ft lb torque the front lower ball joint? I believe is 113 ft lb

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +1

      We never touched the ball joint nut actually. You’re thinking of the lower joint to knuckle nuts and those specs are here:
      toyota-specs.com/cars/2020/tacoma3.5/torque-specs_front.php#google_vignette

  • @robertleemorrow7905
    @robertleemorrow7905 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I like your disclaimer at the end. You should unsubscribe from trucks all together if yours is INTENTIONALLY taller in the front!

  • @Gunmonkey5
    @Gunmonkey5 Před měsícem +1

    Question for you, when I take it for alignment can I just take it Toyota or do I need a special off road store?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem +1

      Your dealership may or may not do modern laser alignments, definitely call ahead and check. You should be paying $80-$200 for an alignment.

    • @Gunmonkey5
      @Gunmonkey5 Před měsícem

      Thanks!

  • @Carlos-jp6mg
    @Carlos-jp6mg Před 5 měsíci +1

    I have minimum knowledge of how things work. I've never done lifts on any vehicle before, would you recommend it? Also for the rear, how do you make it even with the front?

    • @toxicwerd2073
      @toxicwerd2073 Před 4 měsíci

      Yes recommend. The rear provides no lift and the fronts and adjustable

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      I would suggest toking a look on Tacoma World and looking into the suspension forum page. There are a great deal of discussions that explain common issues with removal and install.
      Greg the Editor

  • @dvc_joe
    @dvc_joe Před rokem

    Awesome videos man! Quick question. Where did you get the torque specs from? I just did my lift yesterday but the torque specs don't match yours and I want to make sure I used the right specs. Thanks!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      Thanks! And for this I used Toyota-spec .com. A good long article there. How far off were yours?

    • @dvc_joe
      @dvc_joe Před rokem

      @@teamoildrop gotcha. I was using the TRD lift kit install torque specs and it called for 61 ft-lbs. I ran into the same issue with my Ram for the cam phaser bolt where there were different torque specs for it. It's weird cause on both trucks very little has changed and still get mixed answers.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      @@dvc_joewith the majority of DIYers not investing in a torque wrench, and no one really falling apart driving down the road, I’d say being nice and tight is the most important and an exact science torque spec a close second. Bolts this big are decently tough to over-tighten by hand assuming we aren’t gym nuts. Nothing I’d sweat too much over!

    • @dvc_joe
      @dvc_joe Před rokem +1

      @@teamoildrop I agree man. I tend to be really picky with torque specs.

  • @thebigbail
    @thebigbail Před 3 měsíci +1

    My front driver side sags .25” more than passenger.
    What are thoughts on different clip setting side to side to address the issue. (New truck, low miles)

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Is this only when you have a full fuel tank? I am very against different settings to make up a 1/4” sag.

    • @thebigbail
      @thebigbail Před 3 měsíci

      @@teamoildrop yeah it was full tank, measured from rim so no tire squat difference though.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@thebigbail take another measure when youre below half a tank. I bet you're level. This is a common little annoyance on our trucks.

    • @thebigbail
      @thebigbail Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildrop 👍🏼 will do, thanks.

  • @erichart7644
    @erichart7644 Před 9 měsíci

    So if I had an assembled coil over would I just unfasten the 3 bolts at the top instead of the middle one?

    • @Pnw_Re26
      @Pnw_Re26 Před 7 měsíci

      Yes, you’ll just beed to unfasten the three bolts and not the middle one.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      Correct and torque to spec
      The Editor

  • @aaabackcountryguides9088
    @aaabackcountryguides9088 Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is great thanks. It looks like the tacoma is quit level with the 11/2 lift? I was thinking 2" but maybe this is too much?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 11 měsíci +1

      I wouldn’t do 2” without lifting the rear. If I recall, one bag of groceries in the bed and you’re sagging! I’m also partial to the factory rake look so I did 1” each front and back.

    • @aaabackcountryguides9088
      @aaabackcountryguides9088 Před 11 měsíci

      @@teamoildrop Ok thanks guys. Im looking at putting airbags with a cradle in the rear for when I tow my trailer, carry a sled or a crew of folks and mountain bikes. Sounds like less is more on the front to prevent the sag look though.

    • @Liinglingg
      @Liinglingg Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildropnew to this, is it possible to do a 2.5 lift with bilstein without the sag? I’m planning to put 285s but don’t want too much extra stuff I see their lift kit vs the link you posted not sure if i can achieve the look like yours, i just don’t want it to sag from the back and be able to just fit some 285

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 6 měsíci

      Setting the 5100s to full 2.5" lift will in most cases be level... but putting anything in your bed, or time wearing down your rear leaf springs, can make it taller in the front @@Liinglingg

    • @RATCHETHEAD
      @RATCHETHEAD Před 19 dny

      If I put a 2 inch bilstein 5100 on just the front would that be OK or do I need rear struts and or a extra leaf spring or is it good as is?

  • @Joetrout
    @Joetrout Před 11 měsíci

    If i have a 2” lift 1” spacer to get that 2 inches and wanna get rid of it an go with these 5100’s what setting would i put them at??

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 11 měsíci +1

      If I understand correctly, you are getting rid of the spacer?

    • @Joetrout
      @Joetrout Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildrop yes if i get rid of the 1” spacer that provides right now a 2” lift. What setting on the bilsteins to equal that amount?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@Joetrout gotcha, on its highest setting is what you’re looking for.

  • @Komotz
    @Komotz Před 7 měsíci

    If I do the 1.5 in the front, would I need a 1.5 block in the back?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 7 měsíci +1

      That should be about exactly level. See the beginning of the video for reference.

  • @chrisnunley4866
    @chrisnunley4866 Před rokem +1

    Sooooooo we need more content.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      Front brakes and rotors dropping in the next 24hrs and rear brakes soon to follow!

  • @clicgear100
    @clicgear100 Před měsícem +1

    Would this be similar for a 2014 sr5 ?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem +1

      Very similar… bolt sizes may differ some

  • @wb4514
    @wb4514 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Truck looks great ! Is the rear lifted as well ?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 11 měsíci +1

      It is! I used a pair of billet cut angled 1” blocks for the rear. Simple and safe.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 11 měsíci +1

      I meant to say “it is now”. The video shows factory height in the rear.

  • @DaddyGlez
    @DaddyGlez Před 10 měsíci +1

    Even with stock high is alignment necessary?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Because you have lowered your control arms and loosened various pieces it is still heavily recommended

  • @RRR-pj8cr
    @RRR-pj8cr Před 3 měsíci +1

    What year model is the Tacoma used in this video ? Fantastic tutorial by the way.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks! This is my 2016 TRD Sport 4x4 long bed

    • @RRR-pj8cr
      @RRR-pj8cr Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildropwould all this be the same for a 2023 yrs sport ?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@RRR-pj8cr identical!

    • @RRR-pj8cr
      @RRR-pj8cr Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildropthanks man I’m using this video this Saturday to try to get it done I have no experience either

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      @@RRR-pj8cr take it slow and be careful always! Good luck. Hop in our discord (see pinned comment) if you want live help

  • @emmohl5785
    @emmohl5785 Před rokem +1

    Any reason this wouldn’t work with coilovers? I had mine installed no prob but couldn’t get the lca all the way back up. It would lift off the stands when I jacked it back up.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      Very likely your LCA is siezed. A pretty common issue even in non-rust belt states.

    • @emmohl5785
      @emmohl5785 Před rokem

      I got it within about 1-1.5” then the truck would lift off the stands

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      @@emmohl5785 ah you mean when jacking it up the truck would literally lift away. Interesting. I have not ran into this before… stock springs?

    • @emmohl5785
      @emmohl5785 Před rokem

      Using the eibach coilovers. Every bolted up fine. Went to lift the lca back up and it would get within about an inch and then the whole truck would lift. Put stock back in and it went together just fine

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +2

      @@emmohl5785 the eibachs must be significantly more stiff. This is a bit of a problem. In this event I’d rent some spring compressors from the local parts stores

  • @stickfiggas22
    @stickfiggas22 Před 6 měsíci +1

    How’s the driving experience between stock and the bilstein shocks?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 6 měsíci

      Glad you asked… honestly greatly
      Improved. More of a firm confident truck feel rather then a mushy original feel. I’ve installed these on 5 vehicles and I’m always beyond pleased.

  • @Screaminbeamin
    @Screaminbeamin Před 7 měsíci +1

    You can just install a front strut like that??? I thought you had to take the top plate out and use a spring press and assemble the whole thing before putting it back in

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 7 měsíci

      This is THE FUTURE. I’ve done it the way you described a few times as well… never again.

  • @jandelahoussaye9834
    @jandelahoussaye9834 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Do you have to do a realignment after?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 6 měsíci

      Definitely. Practically any time you modify lift or suspension you need to get an alignment done.

  • @jeremycinat4849
    @jeremycinat4849 Před měsícem

    So what is the biggest tire this will allow?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem

      285 but, dependent upon the wheels
      Greg

  • @blakeharden4528
    @blakeharden4528 Před 2 měsíci +1

    anyone know where i can buy 5100’s?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      The link in the pinned comment is one Amazon option!

  • @Nick-iz2so
    @Nick-iz2so Před 5 měsíci +1

    What should I put in the rear though? I’ve looked on their website and all the numbers are confusing

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 měsíci +1

      I run 5100 in the rear (not adjustable height) and they are great. I also added 1” of height in the rear with a simple machined block setup. It’s perfect for me. 1” in the rear is the max you can lift I believe with rear 5100 shocks because the shocks only stretch so far.

    • @Nick-iz2so
      @Nick-iz2so Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildrop yeah I was wondering about that, I’d like the truck to be level. Badass build dude! Hopefully getting an OTT tune sometime in the near future!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 měsíci

      @@Nick-iz2so life changing

    • @bjjay3964
      @bjjay3964 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildrop Are you saying that to level the truck like the image in your video, you have to set the front to 1.1" and use 1" blocks in the rear? Or does it level at the 1.1" setting in the front without a block?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      @@bjjay3964 great question, level is setting front to 1.1 (or the next higher setting even). I run tiny blocks to maintain a factory rake.

  • @cainmenard5720
    @cainmenard5720 Před 19 dny +1

    By the way, my truck is almost identical! Colorado plates and all!

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 19 dny +1

      @@cainmenard5720 long bed even??? I just left Colorado for good, enroute to NY… meh

    • @cainmenard5720
      @cainmenard5720 Před 19 dny

      @@teamoildrop nah shes a shorty. But same here, man! Moved to North Carolina recently. Haven’t looked back!

  • @jamesesguerra23
    @jamesesguerra23 Před 9 měsíci

    How come my 5100 only came 4 circlip

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      That would be a Bilstein question
      The Editor

  • @1972waa
    @1972waa Před 10 měsíci +1

    How much lift did it give you?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 10 měsíci

      You know I did not measure to check results but a solid inch for sure based on the setting I chose.

  • @chelly9131
    @chelly9131 Před měsícem

    wtf my lca doesn’t drop its springy

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před měsícem +1

      That is telling you the lower control arm bushings are TIGHT. That's a good thing. You can loosen the hardware, it will help and will allow the arm to be moved easier. Before you loosen, use a paint marker and apply some witness lines so you can get the adjustment cams back tot he same location if they shift.
      Greg

    • @chelly9131
      @chelly9131 Před měsícem +1

      @@teamoildrop I figured it out after I saw I only loosened the nut on on one of the the Lca bolts lmaoo. I really do appreciate the vid

  • @boogiegaming1846
    @boogiegaming1846 Před 5 dny

    Do you have wheel spacers on??

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 dny

      @@boogiegaming1846 heck no! Wider stance from different offset of 4Runner rims.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 dny

      @@boogiegaming1846 wait, I didn’t have the runner rims yet. But no, no spacers 😆

    • @boogiegaming1846
      @boogiegaming1846 Před 5 dny +1

      Haha thank you man!! I appreciate your response! I just bought me a set of 5100’s front & rear. I have a 2023 taco and want to lift it 2” in front and 1” block for rear. All highway use. Probably 1-2 times lighter off roading a year.

    • @boogiegaming1846
      @boogiegaming1846 Před 5 dny

      @@teamoildrop Do you have any advice on wheel spacers?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 5 dny +1

      @@boogiegaming1846 great setup! So for your light use spacers are okay but otherwise generally frowned upon. Some very mild ones like 0.5” to 1” would be okay but will still put a little more extra strain on wheel bearings. I know spydertrax makes good stuff. Ensure you get a proper alignment after lift and spacers are done!

  • @boston1450
    @boston1450 Před 2 měsíci +1

    2 inch Bilsteins with NO spacer is the best way to lift a Tacoma. Go next size up ONLY on your tire size & you won't have any problems. Go bigger pay the price in repairs & multiple alignment issues & worse
    MPG. It's a Tacoma not a F350.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 2 měsíci

      Mostly agree! People have been getting away with more for decades on these trucks. But, yes, I like em humble. I didn’t even do 2” of lift.

  • @garytheguru
    @garytheguru Před rokem

    That's the way you want to do it when you don't have a spring compressor.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +1

      I’ve done a few of these over the years. This is by far the easier way. Spring compressors… don’t like em anymore.

  • @jamesduffy3891
    @jamesduffy3891 Před rokem +1

    Where’s Lana? Videos would be 1000x better

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem

      Ha! 5 months pregnant and not feelin it! I’ll try to toss in some more accent to make up for the difference

    • @donaldstogner9518
      @donaldstogner9518 Před rokem +1

      @@teamoildrop Congrats on you upcoming child. I have two daughters. Best times of my life.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před rokem +1

      Thank you Donald! First kid for us and it’s a boy

  • @ur_asian_milfoil
    @ur_asian_milfoil Před měsícem

    That is not a 1.1 inch lift 😂

  • @gorgon4061
    @gorgon4061 Před 3 měsíci +1

    would replacing the stock to 5100 front only, level the front of the truck?

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci +1

      It definitely would. The rear do not add lift.

    • @gorgon4061
      @gorgon4061 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@teamoildrop nice, thanks!

  • @user-lo2rf4on4c
    @user-lo2rf4on4c Před 5 měsíci

    Can I install this on a ‘21 Tacoma? I installed a front grille guard and I can feel the weight change in the steering so I am looking at installing a suspension kit.

    • @teamoildrop
      @teamoildrop  Před 3 měsíci

      Yes, these are available for your 2021.
      One tip, try an additional 2-3psi in the front tires, it may improve your steering feel due to the added weight.
      Greg the Editor