Bilstien 6112/5100 5th gen 4Runner Install with SPC upper control arms.
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
- Today we installed our Ultimate RTR Bilstein 6112/5100 kit on a 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road. This kit utilizes ultra reliable Bilstein 6112's with Bilstein 5100s for the rear shocks. For the rear coils were using Old Man Emu rear 2898 coils. These are on the heavier side of rear coils but this customer will be adding extra weight.
For the upper control arms were using SPC (Specialty Products Company) upper control arms that are adjustable at the ball Joint which uses a bolt in style sealed ball joint that is maintainable with a simple Zurk greese fitting.
We really like the SPC Upper control arms and have been able to get some fantastic alignments. The other great thing about the SPC's is you can achieve around 3.5-4 degrees of positive caster which moves the tire forward in the fender well making slightly more clearance from the body mount. Trucks with 285/70/17s most of the time we are even able to avoid a body mount chop that rubbed on the body mount prior to the SPC upper Control arms.
The Bilstein 6112's are a solid shock setup for the front and much a larger then the factory shocks or even the Bilstein 5100s. Since they are a 2.4" shock body for reference a King Shock is a 2.5" shock body for all the OEM specific shocks. This gives us alot of dampening power up front, the bigger the shock and the more oil it holds the better the dampening power, its science really.
In the rear we decided to go with the rear Bilstein 5100s for a couple reasons. For one the Bilstein 5160's are always hard to get and not readily available sometimes which means if one starts leaking its not easy to get another one quickly all the time. Also unlike the 6112 vs the 5100, the 5160 is no bigger then the 5100, its essentially a 5100 with a remote reservoir. Although remote reservoir are awesome serve a great purpose they dont come without there downsides. Many times the first thing to start going wrong on the Bilstein 5160 is the reservoir fittings and hoses. The Bilstein 5160s are not rebuildable or even rechargeable so if this happens your basically out of luck. The 5160 is a great shock but for ultimate reliability in all elements especially corrosive ones the 5100 is a better choice.
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Great video! Thanks for all the tips. Ryan has worked on my FJ and truly is one of the best techs I have ever met.
Great to hear! Thank you!
I agree the back is about 1/2” higher than the rear. Definitely been eyeballing this setup. Great video 🤙🏻
I have the same set up on my 2011 fourrunner with dirt king lowers. Love the set up with BF K02 tires
They are great tires, ride good and look great!
Many thanks for the heads up. Wish you would have shown a little bit more of how to remove the sway bar, but Ill figure it out. Again, many thanks because I am about todo control arms and coil overs..
Great video, need to pay more attention to lighting so viewers can see what you’re doing easily.
Thank you for the feedback, will do that next Time.
I need to come back out and visit you guys. I hope all is well guys.
ALL IS WELL! Come by whenever, we are open Mon-Friday 9-5pm!
@@yotamafia I’ll be up there some time this week 😎👍
When doing the crude alignment that really should have been done with weight on the suspension. The camber goes way out (positive) when fully drooped. I know it's just a crude alignment anyway though.
Looks very nice. I have the same setup in my 13 FJ. The rear should drop a little with time too.
100% correct! How long have you had your FJ?
11 years now@@yotamafia
IM PRETTY SURE I PASSED YALL ON HWY 27 IN TENNESSEE HEADED NORTH TODAY. Im assuming yall were headed to Windrock? yall caught back up to me and passed me as I turned right. I was in a 97 4runner tan in color with a sticker on the back glass says LIFT IT. NICE CREW!!
Heck yeah man, we remember! Rad ride, see you next time!
Man I wish y’all were in South Florida .
What about a pan hard bar correction now that the back is 2 in higher.
I really like this setup. If I buy this kit can I have you guys install it? I live about 30 minutes away from your shop.
Thanks for the video. Will 2 inch lift in the front and probably 1 inch in the rear on 2011 4runner require longer sway bar links? Can't find definitive info. Shock guides and videos are not talking about it. If yes, how much longer should I extend them assuming I buy adjustable links? How do we know if they are in the correct angle/length? Thanks
This is the only video I’ve seen that talks about the spacer for the rear shock. Is this a necessity for install?
If you have the Toyota lean then yes, it's a necessity for the front and rear.
What size tires went on there?
Great video. Thank you for sharing. Do you have any rubbing issues?
Thank you! Mild trimming is recommended to remove any rubbing from occurring.
On the rear shock removal, could you use a strap wrench instead of channel locks to keep the cover from spinning while you are removing the top nut?
Yup, heck if you have a killer grip you can use your hands
Idk why no one just uses the 2 bolts on the LCA instead of freeing the top ball joint.
Does this guy still work there?
Why do people bend the pinch weld to get this bolt out in 90 percent of the other uca videos?
Would this shock system work on a limited ? With the red x shock system
You know, you know, you know, you know you know😂😂😂😂
You know, it's a great sayin'!!!
In this setup, is it ok not to install differential drop spacers?
Honesty, diff drop kits cause more problems in the long run.
I'd love to see a 5th gen 4Runner with KDSS install video.
what is the size of the tire do i need to change my rim for that?
Is the front suspension setup to 3"?
Really torn on this lift vs OME BP51. I want a softer ride, with high speed wash board capability. Aside from cost, any thoughts?
This is a great lift but the BP-51 setup is definitely in different class. The BP kit is a rebuildable shock with external resi’s and the shock has rebound and compression adjustment. While the Bilstein 6112 is actually around the same size if not even a little larger shock piston then BP-51 front shock, but the kit has adjustable rear larger shocks as well with external resis.
The BP-51 kit is fantastic, if your after the smoothest ride possible it will definitely do that and be great on high speeds as well. For washboards roads that really comes down to the air pressure in your tires but both suspension kits will be able to handle those great.
Are those 275s?
Were your front coils old man emu as well? Please show specs for front coils.
Yes OME Coils all around!
can I just buy the 6112 shocks only?
Yes! Call today and we will get you squared away.
How do you go about torque specs? Are there standards torques you can assume?
How much for this exact set up pre assembled and shipped to Hawaii? Also, can this work with 2WD?
Hello, yes it will still work for a 2WD. Have you given us a call or email? We have a few other questions to ask before we can give you proper pricing!
@@yotamafia awesome ! And no I haven’t reached out via email yet. What email should I send my inquiry about this matter?
info@yotamafia.com @@jomarcrisjc
2898 real cool is it 1.5 lift?
Which rear springs should I use if no added weight??
Hello! The 2895 or 2895E both would be great options! One will give you 1.5" lift in the rear and the other will give you about 2.0".
From the ground to the fender what’s the height ?
Front and back ?
Any feedback on ride quality compared to stock?
Much better, especially if you have extra gear or bumpers!
What height and setting? Looks great!
About 2-2.5" lift!
Is that rear 5100 ride height adjustable as well?
Negative, but through our website you can select the proper rear shock/spring rate!
@@yotamafia thanks for the info would the upper control arm fit with a 5100 with a front spacer lift?
What size tires is on that 4 runner?
275/70 I do believe!
hey bro do I really need to change the upper control arms if I am lifting the 4runner front up to 0.8 or 1.2 inches and leave the rear in stock? Because upper control arms are damn Expensive that's why.
Hello. It's definaly recommended but not required. It will help dial your alignment in. If you can do SPC Uppers around tax time, we can set you up with a great deal!