Just wondering if anyone who has the Cal Offroad 3" kit installed in their 150 GXL can provide some front and rear height measurements (preferably from bottom of rim to guard with 17's)? I am going to change my suspension setup again but running out of room to the garage roof (already investigation options for a new door) :-(
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Cheers Matt, I've sent a few emails off to Cal so will see how things pan out. Just out of curiosity do you have your droop measurements as well?
Libba, main advantages are extra length and travel, the standard bilstein parts are nutoriously short but probably sufficient for a lift under 2".
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Originally posted by Libba View PostDoes anyone know what the Bilsteins produced for CalOffroad offer other than custom valving over the std BE5-A712/BE5-A713 models for a 2inch? Not sure whether to spend the extra on CalOffroad Bilsteins.
Regards, Jason.
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Originally posted by vxcruiser08 View PostHighly recommend the Cal 2-3" kit after going through a few others in my time.
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Originally posted by Libba View PostDoes anyone know what the Bilsteins produced for CalOffroad offer other than custom valving over the std BE5-A712/BE5-A713 models for a 2inch? Not sure whether to spend the extra on CalOffroad Bilsteins.
He also uses the rears from an 80 series, but valve them to suit the lesser weight of the Prado.
I have the 2" kit and am happy with it. My mate has the OME kit, both he and I prefer my ride, firmer up front, softer in the rear, it's more comfy, appears to drive better, feels more balanced, and drives around roundabouts betterLast edited by Jkspinner; 09-09-2014, 04:38 PM.
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Originally posted by wholesalesuspension View PostCal revalve the Bilstein 5100's & then use the fronts on the Prado's & Kun26R. They set the valving somewher in between the 2 vehicles so they will work ok in both.
Regards, Jason.
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Originally posted by Jkspinner View PostHi Jason, I understand from Cal that he uses the Bilsteins made in Germany, not the 5100's which I understand are made in the USA.
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Have a look through my build up thread. Measurements are in there.
Very highly recommended
Cheers
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The CalOffroad silver fronts are not 5100s. The CalOffroad Silver fronts have been developed with the Toyota TRD and Bilstein engineers in Germany and have been built specifically for the Australian model and Australian conditions.
they feature
fully rebuildable
height adjustable coils seat positions
correct down travel length for required height( many yellow struts are just re grooved but only have 0-2" down travel )
The travel length can be adjusted if customer has special requirements.
one of the largest ring eyes available in lower bush
smoothest TRD valving
awsome colour
full Australian backup support and warranty
can also come as pre assembled coil over
if you have any questions let me know
regards
Cal Goodman
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Originally posted by Jkspinner View PostHi Libba, I think they are a touch longer than the standard 713 up front, I cannot remember exactly, but I think my droop is about 800mm. Plus they can be silver so look sexier as well??
He also uses the rears from an 80 series, but valve them to suit the lesser weight of the Prado.
I have the 2" kit and am happy with it. My mate has the OME kit, both he and I prefer my ride, firmer up front, softer in the rear, it's more comfy, appears to drive better, feels more balanced, and drives around roundabouts better
He wouldn't revalve them down for the lesser weight of the Prado.
The 80 Series Bilsteins are already substantially softer in their valving to the Prado ones.
Regards, Jason.
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He does use the German made units. Just Hilux ones that are 20mm longer in open length & 7mm longer in closed length.
Regards, Jason.
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Hi AMTS, unfortunately my post has been deleted by Admin regarding the Bilsteins.
The Crimped over end ones out of the U.S are not revalveable.
Regards, Jason.
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