What is the difference between Bilstein 6929 and 6024 shocks for the front of a 2006 Toyota Tundra 4X4 SR5 aside from adjustable ride height? Which would best compliment rear 6025’s already installed? (which raised the truck about 1″over the stock black shocks) Thanks.

Answer:

The Bilstein BE5-6929 are height adjustable, meaning you can relocate the spring perch to alter the height. The 5100s series shocks also have a offroad / racing valving (the BE5-6024s have a valving for normal street use).

Like this – http://www.shockwarehouse.com/news/bilstein-struts.cfm

The BE5-6024 shocks are for stock height, the spring perch is in the stock location.

The BE5-6025 shocks would not alter the height, the height is determined by the springs. The shocks only dampen vibration and hold the tire in contact the road. (meaning, they cannot support any load).

If you do not plan on altering the front height, the front BE5-6024s would be what to use. If you want to raise the front end some, the BE5-6929 is the way to do that safely.

I need to know what shocks will give me the smoothest
and easiest ride on a Toyota 4 runner 2001 2/4 wheel drive SR5. I seem to
feel every little bump in the road. I need the front and rear shocks but I
cannot spend too much. Around $250 to $400 is a good area. Please help me.
Thank You

Model: Camry LE Stationwagon

Manufacture Date: /1990

Chassis Designation: Stationwagon (V-6 engine)

Question:

I’m looking replace my OEM front & rear struts on my

90 Camry SW.  Ride OK, a bit soft but no bouncing, but lots of squeaking

noises coming from struts over smallest of road bumps & pavement

intersections.  Looking for a comfortable ride & good quality struts.

Your recommendation requested on struts; also, on  strut mounting kits (if

even needed) — your thoughts.

Answer:

More about ‘ride’ is mentioned on our website here – http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/shock_absorber_myths.cfm

1990 Camrys are listed in our online catalog (the 2WD wagons use the same units are a regular Camry)  - http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=4471&selected_year=1990

The KYBs are the popular choice (as far as sales). They are a twin tube similar to the OE units Both KYB and Monroe offer mounts there (they are essentially the same part in a different box).

More about upper mounts -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/strut.cfm

Model: Tundra

Manufacture Date: /2008

Chassis Designation: Crewmax

Question:

I am interested in buying Bilstein 5100 series

adjustable.  I am interested in the 5100 because it gives me a few inches

lift.  However looking at your chart I dont know what would be appropriate

for my truck.  Please let me know which part fit my truck.  Also If I get

all 4, please let me know the price….thank you!

Answer:

There are no coil-over kits for the 2008 Tundras.

If you just want a lift – leveling unit, Bilstein does make a 5100 that will do that.

We list those here in our online catalog, here’s the link -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=4508&selected_year=2008

You want to use the BE5-E428 and BE5-E429 shown there.

(the front units reuse the OE Tundra springs, you don’t need to buy / replace those)

More about Bilstein leveling units is mentioned on our site here too – (how they work) http://www.shockwarehouse.com/news/bilstein-struts.cfm

Model: Tundra

Manufacture Date: /2004

Chassis Designation: Crew

Question: 

Hey Guys I want my ‘04 Tundra to ride like my buddies

‘05 TRD Tundra.  I have 75k on the stock shocks and was planning to

upgrade, I am a big Edelbrock fan. Are the Edelbrock’s = to the Bilsteins.

Thanks for the input.

Answer:

The Edelbrocks are the Bilsteins are both a monotube high pressure gas design.

They are the same in that respect.

The TRD trucks come factory with the Bilstein BE5-6024 and BE5-6025s -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=4508&selected_year=2004

The Edelbrock fronts allow you to raise the height of the truck a bit.

The Bilstein 5100s fronts will also do that.

But only use those if you want to raise the truck, otherwise, use the (less

expensive) Bilstein heavy dutys.

Model: Tacoma

Manufacture Date: /1995

Chassis Designation: 4*4

Question:

I’m looking for a great ride and still handle a load?

Answer:

More about ‘ride’ is mentioned on our website here – http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/shock_absorber_myths.cfm

Shocks have no effect on the support of a load, but – The 59537 Airlift kit (one kit per truck) will support up to 2000 lbs.

That is listed in our online catalog here -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=4505&selected_year=1995

If you want performance (better handling and control, especially while towing or hauling at highway speeds) you want to use a monotube design shock.

In this case, we suggest the Bilsteins heavy dutys we also mention there online.

TRD Toyotas use Bilsteins, so that would be the way to go. They are very popular with Toyota trucks.

Does Monroe make a Loadleveler for a Toyota Tacoma?

Answer:

There are no Loadlevelers for the Tacomas. Airlift would probably making an Airlift kit (depending on your model), and we would list those in our online catalog - 

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=make&type=T 

Airlift kits typically support more weight on trucks than Loadlevelers- http://www.shockwarehouse.com/news/towing_products.cfm 

If you have more questions, let our technical people know by using our online form here - - http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/quote.cfm

If you are interested in a new Toyota Tacoma look at them here: http://www.autoloandaily.com/new-car-research/?searchby=makes&make=Toyota

Our 2001 Sienna minivan, with ~100K miles and the

original shocks and struts has been “upgraded” will a hitch bike rack.

When loaded with bikes (4) the rear is very low and the front is higher

then normal. We vacation outdoors a lot so I need to fix this so I can

load up the van (bike rack, bikes, roof bin, people, luggage) and have it

be steerable.  Suggestions for replacement struts and shocks?

Answer:

The shocks and struts themselves do not support weight, the springs do that.

But to add support, Airlift does make an Airkit, we list this in our online catalog.

Here’s the link -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=4496&selected_year=2001

(only one air kit is needed per vehicle).

If you want to replace the shocks and struts, The KYB KR2s would be your best bet in the front.

The rear KYB Gasajust is also a monotube performance shock, that would work better on the rear since you are hauling / towing.

In searching for the appropriate rear shock absorbers for my 1996 Toyota Tacoma 4WD Pickup, 2.7 L Fuel injected Engine I noted that your information only lists that model “with TRD.” I’ve never seen that designation before. Could you please tell me what “TRD” stands for before I order? Thanks

ANSWERS:

TRD – Toyota Racing Development. If your truck has a big ole TRD Offroad Package sticker on the bed side, you have TRD.TRD Toyota trucks come stock with Bilstein units. If you don’t have TRD, that’s ok, because the Bilsteins (and other brands ) will still fit the non TRD trucks. Online catalog – http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=make&type=T 

Hi, I just have a question regarding your Bilstein front shocks for my 2005 Toyota 4Runner SR5, V6 2WD. Front shock’s part # BE5-C513-HO. Will this work if I put a raised (lifted) coil springs (2″-2.5″) or perhaps use a regular coil spring height and just put

a spacers to level the front to the rear?  Please advise.

ANSWER:

You must check with the coil-spring or spring spacer company you want to use and make sure their product is compatible with a stock height / stock length unit, because that is what the Bilsteins will be.

If their product requires modification, or a special (non-stock length) unit in front, they will have to tell you what to use. Their engineers would have designed the product to be used specifically one way or the other.

Online catalog -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=4468&selected_year=2005