Need New Shocks For The Tacoma

[Plannerman]

I replaced the rear springs earlier this summer with an OME Dakar spring set and my current shocks are a bit too short. My plan was to purchase OME shocks. They're durable and dependable. But, before I do, I have to ask the ExPo community: would Icon shocks greatly put perform he OME shocks? If so, how?

 

[twblanset]

I've installed Bilstein 5100's on my and two other Tacomas and they're great. Really nice ride. Adjustable height. Good warranty. I wished I'd installed them earlier.

 

[Adventurous]

Having had both a set of OMEs and now a set of Icons my vote is for Icon. They control the back end of the truck a lot better IMO. Their construction is also top notch and let's face it, they just look cool too .

 

[drobb]

I run Kings up front and 5100s in the back on our Sequoia. The ride is great and they handle our desert trips very well.

 

[Plannerman]

Having had both a set of OMEs and now a set of Icons my vote is for Icon. They control the back end of the truck a lot better IMO. Their construction is also top notch and let's face it, they just look cool too .

Thanks, I was hoping for a first hand comparison of OME vs. Icons. A pair of Icons for the rear will run me about $100 more, which is not much, all things considered.

 

[theside00]

Icons will be a much better shock. Just a thing to consider but in about 4-5 years they will probably need to be rebuilt. I think it is still cheaper then buying two new shocks.

 

[Plannerman]

Yeah, I was thinking about the rebuild thing. However, icon is down the street from my office, so that makes rebuilding a bit easier

 

[Plannerman]

And the Icons will pair well with the Dakars (spring rate vs valving, etc)?

 

[Adventurous]

And the Icons will pair well with the Dakars (spring rate vs valving, etc)?

Granted I haven't loaded up the bed with enough weight yet to really cycle the Dakars through their travel, but they seem to play nice with each other. The rear end has a firm, controlled feel to it. In the 500 miles since the combo has been on I've been pleased.

 

[Plannerman]

Installed Icons today. Very impressed with how well they control the rear end.

 

[Adventurous]

Installed Icons today. Very impressed with how well they control the rear end.

Nice! Glad to hear they are working out for you.

 

[MaverickTRD]

SDHQ sells extended travel icons that are made for more articulation with the Dakar and expo spring packs

 

[Plannerman]

SDHQ sells extended travel icons that are made for more articulation with the Dakar and expo spring packs

Extended travel probably would have been a good choice