Bilstein or Fox shocks

Have a 24 SR5 premium. Looking to improve performance off road...primarily beach driving.

Any recommendations/suggestions ? Having been looking at Fox Performance Series 2.0 and Bilstein. Not too interested in adding any additional lift. Maybe 1-1.5 inch.

Is it wise to maintain the factory rake ?

 

Bilstein 5100's or Bilstein 6112/5160 are some of the best bang for the buck.

Maintaining factory rake will maintain stock load carrying capacity and avoid the rear end squatting when loaded down.

 

Bilstein 6112/5160
Front adjustable from .85 - 3.00 IIRC

 

Welcome from Wisconsin! Bilstein and Fox have been around forever, both have quality product lines.. but Bilstein is a little more bang for the buck, like stated by PVT Pablo above.

 

Thanks! I have read that the Fox 2.0's are a softer more luxurious ride. Is it really noticeable or the old to each his own ? Any comments on Eibach ?

Is an alignment recommended after installation ?