Looking for a smooth ride. 5100's?
I’m looking for some feedback from anyone who has made the switch from a traditional block lift to a shock-based leveling setup on a 2nd Gen Tundra.
I currently have a 2021 Toyota Tundra with a 2.5" block lift, and honestly, the ride quality is starting to wear on me. I’m feeling every single bump in the road, and the "bed bounce" over highway joints is becoming a real headache.
I’m considering swapping the blocks out for a set of Bilstein 5100s all around to hopefully smooth things out. For those who have done this:
Ride Quality: How much of a difference did you notice in daily driving? Did it help settle the rear end/bed bounce?
Height: If you’re running the 5100s on the middle setting, how does the stiffness compare to the factory ride?
Installation: Did you stick with the OEM springs or upgrade those as well while you were in there?
I'm mainly looking to keep the height I have but regain some actual suspension travel and comfort. I just got a set of Toyo AT3 EVs and it improved a bit but still a bumpy ride. Any insight or alternative suggestions (like the 6112s) would be appreciated. I just purchased this truck with 50k miles and the previous owner installed the block lift. Truck will only be used as a daily driver and fire roads.