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Bilstein 5125 techical question.

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by sdcrofts, Jan 21, 2018.

  1. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:03 PM
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    sdcrofts

    sdcrofts [OP] Well-Known Member

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    When I was going back together with my Wheeler’s AAL I attempted to install my new Bilstein 5125’s. To my surprise the bushings installed on the shock and both sleeves are too wide for the lower mounting bracket. I tried searching multiple threads here and online for an install and/or FAQ section, but couldn’t find anything useful. Am missing something or did they send me 5125’s for another vehicle?
     
  2. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:05 PM
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    Had the same issue with mine. :thumbsup: They are in now. :D Have been for 2 years. No issues.
    @tacobell007 Do you remember how much of a pain in the ass it was to get those in?
     
  3. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:07 PM
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    How much wider is it?? Sometimes you need to spread(bend) the slot open little.
     
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  4. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:11 PM
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    Like an 1/8th of an inch maybe. I considered tweaking it, but wanted to check around to make sure. Anyone know why they include 2 different sleeves....one stainless looking and one dark?
     
  5. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:12 PM
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    We tweak mine. Didn't get two sleeves.
     
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  6. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:12 PM
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    That I don't know. I have never purchased new shocks. Lol
    @eccracer104 might know? Mikey knows everything:rofl:
     
  7. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:16 PM
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    The upper bushings they sent seemed too thick as well. I’m probably just going to use the old bushings off my shocks, as they have under 40k on them AND they fit.

    Net between 1.5-2.0” on the AAL. After I put in the OME/5100’s/UCA’s up front I should have a 1” take with a 2.5-3” lift.
     
  8. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:16 PM
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    Normal.

    You can widen the bracket, or just massage it in. I used a 3lb hammer with a piece of wood as a buffer. A dead blow hammer would be a better choice.
     
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  9. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:18 PM
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    The new bushings will work fine once everything is together. Just crank that top nut down to squish the bushing.
     
  10. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:18 PM
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    Tool of choice for us. :thumbsup:
     
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  11. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:20 PM
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    BFHFTMFW!!!
     
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    :amen:
    I use that shit on everything. :D
     
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    They are new so it might need to be spelled out for them. Big Fawking Hammer For The Mother Fawking Win.... follow The caps. :thumbsup:
     
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    :thumbsup:
     
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    Different diameter and lengths I believe
     
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    Same diameter, as far as I know.

    5100 is an upgrade for lightly modified vehicles - up to 3" lift on stock leaf springs. 5125 is an extended length 5100 for aftermarket leafs. B110 is an extended length 5100 for trucks with 4-6" lifts. 5160 is an extended length 5100 with a reservoir.
     
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    I used an exacto knife and cut an 1/8" off each side of the bushing(lower) after installing the bushing. This has been done numerous times, I read where others had done it.
     
  18. Jan 21, 2018 at 1:46 PM
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    Bushings are supposed to fit snug.

    It's Hammer Time!

     
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    Slightly, i think there was some slight bracket bending and some pry bar action lol
     
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    :thumbsup:
    Massaging.
     
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