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Leveling a 4th gen?

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by NB4x4, Jan 9, 2026.

  1. Jan 9, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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    NB4x4

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    NB4x4 [OP] New Member

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    I'm looking to pick up the front of my 03. Any reason not to do bilstein 5100 with the stock springs? Any better choices that are close price wise? Will I be wishing I went the next size up if I do a winch up front in the future?
     
    NB4x4, Jan 9, 2026
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  2. Jan 20, 2026 at 5:57 AM
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    Bilstein 5100 are great. but the moment youre fixing to add any 'thing' of 60-100+ lbs hanging off the front youre going to wish you had installed the right suspension beforehand 100%... Dobinsons or Eibach or OME have probably every spring rate you could imagine and are well priced. take your pick :cheers:
     
    iamincrediboy, Jan 20, 2026 at 5:57 AM
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